MultiTrack DAW vs WavePad
MultiTrack DAW
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nch.com.auSide by side
| Figure | MultiTrack DAW | WavePad |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $3.33/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 8 |
| Spec score · Audio Editing Software | 7.5 (#97) | 9.2 (#3) |
| Editing | The app supports non-linear, non-destructive editing that does not affect the original files. | Editing tools include cut, copy, paste, trim, compression and pitch shifting. |
| Effects | The maker lists built-in EQ, compressor, reverb, and delay, plus chains of up to four AUv3 AudioUnits per track. | Built-in effects include echo, amplification, equalization, normalization, envelope, reverb and reverse. |
| Founded | 2001 | 1993 |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Integrations | The app supports AUv3, Inter-App Audio, Audiobus 3.0, and copying and pasting to and from other apps. | Official pages describe MixPad integration and DirectX and VST DLL plug-in support. |
| Privacy | Apple's listing says the developer indicates that the app does not collect data. | NCH's privacy policy says it does not store credit card information and uses SSL to encrypt personal information in transit on its site. |
| Purpose | MultiTrack DAW provides audio recording and editing for iPhone and iPad. | WavePad records and edits music, voice and other audio recordings. |
| Support | The maker directs users to its forum for tutorials, help, and frequently asked questions. | NCH provides WavePad video tutorials, a help manual, FAQ, forum and technical support contact. |
| Supported platforms | iOS: iPhone and iPad | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Third-party plugins | Yes | Yes |
Plans
MultiTrack DAW
- Add 8 Stereo Tracks$4.99, paid once
- Add more tracks$4.99, paid once
- MultiTrack DAW$4.99, paid once
- Add 16 Stereo Tracks$9.99, paid once
WavePad
- Master's Edition Annual Plan$99 a year
- Standard Edition Annual Plan$60 a year
- Master's Edition Quarterly Plan$16.50 a month
- Free versionFree
- WavePad Free VersionFree
- Master's Edition Quarterly Plan$21.48 a month
- Standard Edition Annual Plan$39.95 a year
- Master's Edition Annual Plan$69.95 a year
In their own words
MultiTrack DAW
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WavePad
WavePad records and edits music, voice, and other audio on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Its editing tools include cut, copy, paste, trim, compression, and pitch shifting, while effects include echo, amplification, and equalization. Restoration tools reduce noise and remove clicks and pops. The software supports more than 50 formats, including MP3, WAV, FLAC, OGG, AAC, and M4A. Batch processing can apply effects or convert thousands of files in one operation. WavePad supports sample rates from 6 to 192 kHz, in stereo or mono and at 8, 16, 24, or 32 bits. It also supports DirectX and VST plugins, though the Standard Edition excludes VST support and the SFX Library. The maker lists podcast and radio editing, voiceovers, ringtone creation, and audio restoration as typical uses. The free version costs nothing, is for non-commercial use, and does not expire. It enables additional Master's Edition features for a 14-day trial after installation. Paid options include $60 a year for Standard Edition and $99 a year for Master's Edition.