GoldWave

What GoldWave is

GoldWave is audio software for recording, editing, processing, restoring, enhancing, analyzing, and converting audio. Its tools include noise reduction and support for third-party plugins. GoldWave does not offer multitrack editing or video synchronization. The desktop version is available for Windows, while GoldWave Infinity runs on iOS, Android, macOS, Linux, and ChromeOS. Infinity also works in modern web browsers on supported devices without installation. Keyboard accessibility and foot pedal playback support are included.

A fully functional evaluation version is available to download, and GoldWave recommends trying it before buying. The one-year license costs $19 a year; when it expires, the software returns to evaluation mode. The lifetime license costs $59.00 USD once, does not expire, includes free upgrades, and covers Infinity. A license is emailed shortly after a transaction. Purchases can be made through Stripe or PayPal, and Android and iOS devices also support Google Pay and Apple Pay. GoldWave says it does not receive customers’ credit card information. The company was founded in 1993 and is based near St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada.

Who it suits

GoldWave suits people who need audio recording, editing, restoration, processing, or conversion tools across desktop, mobile, or browser environments. Its evaluation version lets prospective buyers try the full functionality, while the lifetime license may suit those who want an enduring license with free upgrades and Infinity included.

Limits

The $19 a year license expires after one year, after which the software returns to evaluation mode. The evaluation version is described as fully functional, but no evaluation-period length is stated.

Getting started

1. Visit goldwave.com.
2. Download the fully functional evaluation version to try the software.
3. Choose the one-year license for $19 a year or the lifetime license for $59.00 USD once.
4. Complete the transaction using Stripe or PayPal; Google Pay and Apple Pay are available on Android and iOS.
5. Receive the license by email shortly after the transaction completes.
6. Use the Windows desktop version or access Infinity on supported platforms and modern web browsers.

Verdict

Choose GoldWave if you want audio tools for recording, processing, restoration, and conversion, with desktop, mobile, and browser access through Infinity. The $59.00 USD lifetime license includes free upgrades and Infinity. Look elsewhere if multitrack editing or video synchronization is required.