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MixPad vs Riverside
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.
Choose MixPad if you want multitrack editing, MIDI sequencing, and plugin support across its listed desktop and mobile platforms. The free plan offers a way to start, while users who need more than 16 tracks should consider Master’s Edition; prices for the listed editions are not provided.
Visit MixPadRiverside covers recording, editing, and publishing for podcasts and video, with webinar features available on a separate plan. Check the multi-track and separate-track download limits, browser support, and plan billing details against your needs.
Visit RiversideThe facts
| MixPad | Riverside | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows | Android, API, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 6 | 6 |
| Maker | MixPad | Riverside |
| Website | nch.com.au | riverside.com |
| On audio editing software | #4 of 131 | #8 of 131 |
MixPad: what it does well
- Free plan available.
- Supports Windows, macOS, iOS/iPadOS, and Android.
- Includes multitrack editing and noise reduction.
- Supports MIDI sequencing and third-party plugins.
- Master’s Edition includes unlimited tracks and full VST support.
What to know first
- Home Edition is limited to 16 tracks.
- Prices are not provided for the listed editions.
Riverside: what it does well
- Free plan includes two hours of multi-track recordings.
- Supports local recording and separate participant tracks.
- Pro includes text-based editing and audio enhancement.
- Webinar plan supports up to 100 registrants.
- Integrations include Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro.
What to know first
- Free recordings include a Riverside watermark.
- Separate-track downloads have monthly limits on several plans.
- Some studio features are unavailable in Safari.
- Linux computers are unsupported for recording.
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