Cinesamples vs Orchestral Tools
| Cinesamples | Orchestral Tools | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows | Windows, macOS |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Included content | virtual instruments, orchestral, choir, percussion, keyboard, world-instrument, and sound-design libraries | 1 orchestral collection, 46 instruments, 242 articulations, 43 total legatos, full dynamic layers, limited round robins, 1 mic position |
| Download model | per-item | — |
| Vocal content | Yes | — |
| Sample formats | NCW audio and Kontakt instrument libraries | Standalone, VST, VST3, AU, AAX |
Both are listed in Best Music Sample Libraries. On Freedom251, Cinesamples scores higher on our published basis.