Nuendo vs Sound Forge
Nuendo
steinberg.net
Sound Forge
soundforge.comSide by side
| Figure | Nuendo | Sound Forge |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 4 | 8 |
| Spec score · Audio Editing Software | 8.8 (#9) | 7.7 (#76) |
| Free plan | No | No |
| Multitrack editing | Yes | No |
| Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | Steinberg describes Nuendo as an audio post-production solution for film, TV, game audio, and immersive sound professionals. | Sound Forge is audio software for recording, editing, adding effects, and mastering audio. |
| Support | Nuendo 15 is available through Steinberg's downloads page, which provides general information and installation utilities. | Boris FX support lists help topics for Sound Forge and support hours of Monday through Friday, 4:00am to 6:00pm EST. |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS | Windows |
| Third-party plugins | Yes | Yes |
| Trial | Steinberg offers a free 60-day trial with access to all Nuendo features without restrictions; starting it requires a Steinberg ID. | A fully featured, unrestricted trial is available for 15 days without a credit card. |
Plans
Nuendo
- Nuendo 15 Full VersionPriced on request
- Nuendo 15 CrossgradePriced on request
- Nuendo 15 Crossgrade$799.99, paid once
- Nuendo 15 Full version$999.99, paid once
Sound Forge
- Sound Forge monthly subscriptionPrice not published
- Sound Forge annual subscriptionPrice not published
- Sound Forge upgrade & support planPrice not published
- Sound Forge perpetual licensePrice not published
- Sound Forge Plus monthly subscriptionPrice not published
- Sound Forge Plus annual subscriptionPrice not published
- Sound Forge Plus upgrade & support planPrice not published
- Sound Forge Plus perpetual licensePrice not published
In their own words
Sound Forge
Sound Forge has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.