OpenStudio vs Zenbeats
OpenStudio
openstudio.org.inZenbeats
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| Figure | OpenStudio | Zenbeats |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $2.99/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 9 |
| Spec score · Audio Editing Software | 8.1 (#40) | 9.1 (#5) |
| Documentation | The maker provides guides for setup, recording, MIDI, mixing, plugins, NAM Rack, pitch editing, rendering, AI tools, and scripting. | Roland publishes a 55-page Start Guide covering installation, MIDI, plug-ins, editing, recording, mixing, cloud transfer, stem export and MIDI export. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| MIDI sequencing | Yes | Yes |
| Multitrack editing | Yes | Yes |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and compatible Chrome OS systems |
| System requirements | The download page lists Windows 10+, macOS 12+, or Ubuntu 22.04+ as minimum supported operating systems. | Roland specifies a dual-core CPU, 2 GB RAM, 2 GB free storage, Windows 10/11, macOS 10.11+, iOS 11+, Android 8+ or compatible ChromeOS Android systems. |
| Third-party plugins | Yes | Yes |
Plans
Zenbeats
- Free VersionFree
- Max Unlock$149.99 a month
- Roland Cloud Membership$2.99 a month
- Android Unlock$14.99, paid once
- iOS Unlock$14.99, paid once
- macOS Unlock$49.99, paid once
- Windows Unlock$49.99, paid once
- Platform Unlock$59.99, paid once
- Max Unlock$149.99, paid once
In their own words
OpenStudio
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