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BandLab Studio vs LUNA

Both stand on audio editing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

BandLab Studio

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

BandLab Studio brings audio editing, sequencing, collaboration, and video synchronization together across web and mobile platforms. Check the plan allowances carefully, since weekly claim limits vary and paid plan prices are not provided.

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LUNA

Free plan MacWindows

LUNA provides a free entry point for recording and mixing, with additional production tools and extensions in paid options. Check the account and licensing requirements, and note the AU plug-in limitation for sessions opened on Windows.

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The facts

BandLab StudioLUNA
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, iPhone, WebMac, Windows
Lowest paid planFree or on requestUAD Spark Studio: $149 a year
Plans published33
MakerNot publishedLUNA
Websitebandlab.comuaudio.com
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BandLab Studio: what it does well

  • Available on web, iOS, and Android.
  • Supports multitrack editing and MIDI sequencing.
  • Cloud collaboration is listed.
  • A free plan is available.

What to know first

  • Free includes 2 BandLab Beats claims per week.
  • A 3-day trial is listed.

LUNA: what it does well

  • Works with any audio interface
  • Supports VST3 and AU plug-ins and virtual instruments
  • LUNA Free includes unlimited tracks
  • Sessions can be opened on macOS and Windows

What to know first

  • Some smart features are limited to LUNA Studio
  • Installation requires several accounts and applications
  • AU plug-ins will not load when a session opens on Windows
  • LUNA Studio costs $199 a month

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