WavePad records and edits music, voice, and other audio on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. Its tools cover cutting, copying, pasting, trimming, compression, and pitch shifting; effects include echo, amplification, and equalization. Restoration tools reduce noise and remove clicks and pops. It supports more than 50 audio formats, including MP3, WAV, FLAC, OGG, AAC, and M4A, and can process effects or convert thousands of files in one batch. WavePad supports DirectX and VST plugins, though the Standard Edition excludes VST support and the SFX Library. It integrates with NCH's MixPad Multi-Track Audio Mixer. The free version is for non-commercial use and does not expire; a 14-day trial enables additional Master's Edition features after installation. Paid plans include the Standard Edition Annual Plan at 60.00 USD per year, Master's Edition Annual Plan at 99.00 USD per year, and Master's Edition Quarterly Plan at 16.50 USD per month. Listed uses include podcast and radio editing, voiceovers, ringtone creation, and audio restoration.
Who it is for
WavePad suits people who need to record or edit voice, music, podcasts, radio, or other audio, including users working on supported desktop or mobile platforms. Its free version is limited to non-commercial use.
What is good
- Works on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android
- Supports more than 50 audio formats
- Batch-processes or converts thousands of files
- Noise reduction and click removal tools
- Integrates with NCH's MixPad mixer
What to know first
- Free version is for non-commercial use only
- Standard Edition excludes VST support and SFX Library
Verdict
WavePad combines audio editing, effects, restoration, and batch processing across desktop and mobile platforms. Check the edition limits and non-commercial restriction before choosing the free version.
WavePad plans and pricing
All plansCompared on audio editing software
- Free plan
- Yes
- Supported platforms
- Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
- Third-party plugins
- Yes
- Noise reduction
- Yes
