The Best Paid Audacity AlternativesTop Audio Editors & Audio Recorders like Audacity

The best paid alternative to Audacity is Adobe Audition. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Audacity and many of them is paid so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting paid alternatives to Audacity are REAPER, Sound Forge, Audio Hijack and GoldWave.

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  1. Adobe Audition icon

    Adobe Audition

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    If you are looking for an audio editor that goes beyond the basic features of Audacity, Adobe Audition may be worth considering. Often referred to simply as 'Audition', this software is an audio editing and post-production suite that allows you to perform a range of tasks, from basic audio editing to advanced spectral editing. While it is a paid alternative to Audacity, many users feel that it is worth the investment for the added features and functionality.

    One of the standout features of Adobe Audition is its spectral editing capabilities, which allow you to visually isolate and manipulate specific frequencies within an audio file. This can be particularly useful for removing unwanted noise or enhancing certain aspects of a recording. While Audacity does offer multitrack editing and mix music features, Adobe Audition's spectral editing capabilities make it a top choice for those who need more advanced audio editing tools. Overall, if you are looking for a powerful audio editor with advanced features, Adobe Audition is definitely worth considering as an alternative to Audacity.

    95 Adobe Audition alternatives

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    Comments about Adobe Audition as an Alternative to Audacity
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    It is less buggy. Updated interface but not open source

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    It has great frequency spectrum analysis features, a nice display and streamlined workflow.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Most users think Adobe Audition is a great Audacity alternative.

    • Adobe Audition is the most popular commercial alternative to Audacity.

    • Adobe Audition is Paid and ProprietaryAudacity is Free and Open Source
  2. REAPER icon

    REAPER

     254 likes

    A digital audio workstation, MIDI sequencer and video editing software application created by Cockos. The current version is available for Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux.

    83 REAPER alternatives

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    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Reaper, while beeing less ressource hungry (totaling to about 15mb portable/installed) has everything you need to start recording and mixing music.

    The only thing 'missing' would be sound librarbies to use with MIDI, which most people order seperately for specific content.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks REAPER is a great Audacity alternative.

    • REAPER is Paid and ProprietaryAudacity is Free and Open Source
    • REAPER is CustomizableAudacity is not according to our users
  4. Sound Forge icon

    Sound Forge

     86 likes

    Comprehensive audio editing software offering high-resolution multi-channel recording, advanced mastering and restoration tools, non-destructive editing, VST support, batch processing, disc burning, 1-click cleaning, and export to broadcast or streaming formats.

    63 Sound Forge alternatives

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    • Pay once or Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Audio Hijack

     56 likes

    Capture audio seamlessly. Audio Hijack supports macOS for recording from applications like iTunes and Skype, and devices like microphones. It features customizable effects, real-time monitoring, and various save formats with scheduled recordings and a drag-and-drop interface.

    25 Audio Hijack alternatives

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    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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    Comments about Audio Hijack as an Alternative to Audacity
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    Audio Hijack is great for recording, but it's not meant for editing

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Some users think Audio Hijack is a great Audacity alternative, some don't.

    • Audio Hijack is Paid and ProprietaryAudacity is Free and Open Source
  7. GoldWave icon

    GoldWave

     53 likes

    GoldWave is a highly rated, professional digital audio editor that turns your computer or mobile device into a recording studio at your finger tips.

    48 GoldWave alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Online
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  8. Steinberg WaveLab icon

    Steinberg WaveLab

     7 likes

    Mastering is one of the most important parts of the music production process. It is a unique art and, for 25 years, WaveLab has been the number one choice for mastering professionals. WaveLab is a complete mastering solution, with every tool that you will ever need to cover your...

    44 Steinberg WaveLab alternatives

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    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    Soundop

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    Soundop is a Windows-based audio editing software with features for recording, editing, mastering, and mixing audio. It offers waveform and spectral editing, and supports unlimited audio and bus tracks.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
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    Acoustica

     8 likes

    Acoustica is a comprehensive audio editor for recording, editing, mixing and mastering. Re-implemented from scratch for the highest quality demands and cross-platform support, Acoustica 7 is now the perfect tool for editing, mastering and restoration work on both Mac and PC (32...

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    The Acoustica Premium Edition 7 workspace with an audio clip loaded in the editor.
     
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    Fission

     13 likes

    With Fission, audio editing is no longer a chore. You can join files, crop and trim audio, and rapidly split up long files.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
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  14. Audio Evolution icon

    Audio Evolution

     7 likes

    Record your ideas on the go or create entire music productions from scratch, we'll leave it up to you! This app is a portable multitrack audio and MIDI recording studio featuring virtual instruments, editing with unlimited undo/redo, mixing, real-time effects, automation and...

    80 Audio Evolution alternatives

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    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  15. AudioDirector icon

    AudioDirector

     3 likes

    AudioDirector offers you the freedom to edit and mix the soundtrack of your video, the sound effects and even the voices. Restoration tools are used to correct the sound defects. AudioDirector integrates by dynamic link with PowerDirector for total fluidity and a considerable...

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
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