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At a Glance
Ableton Live
Ableton Live
Star Rating
(155)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (83.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Ableton Live
Logic Pro X
Logic Pro X
Star Rating
(175)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (86.6% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$199.99
Learn more about Logic Pro X
AI Generated Summary
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  • Users report that Logic Pro X excels in its comprehensive suite of virtual instruments and effects, particularly highlighting the "Drummer" feature, which allows for realistic drum performances, while Ableton Live is praised for its "Session View" that facilitates live performance and improvisation.
  • Reviewers mention that Logic Pro X offers a more traditional linear workflow, which is beneficial for users who prefer a structured approach to music production, whereas Ableton Live's flexible interface is favored by those who enjoy a more experimental and non-linear style.
  • G2 users indicate that Logic Pro X's MIDI editing capabilities are robust, with features like "Smart Quantize" receiving positive feedback, while users on G2 appreciate Ableton Live's "Clip Launching" for its ease of use in triggering loops and samples during live sets.
  • Users say that Logic Pro X's integration with other Apple products and services enhances the overall user experience, particularly for those already in the Apple ecosystem, while reviewers mention that Ableton Live's compatibility with a wide range of third-party plugins makes it a versatile choice for diverse music styles.
  • Reviewers mention that Logic Pro X's built-in sound library is extensive and high-quality, which is a significant advantage for users looking for a variety of sounds without needing additional purchases, while users report that Ableton Live's "Max for Live" feature allows for endless customization and expansion of the software's capabilities.
  • Users on G2 highlight that Logic Pro X's support and community resources are strong, with many tutorials available, while reviewers mention that Ableton Live's user community is vibrant and active, providing a wealth of user-generated content and support for new users.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Ableton Live
No pricing available
Logic Pro X
Standard Edition
$199.99
Learn more about Logic Pro X
Free Trial
Ableton Live
No trial information available
Logic Pro X
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
139
9.2
151
Ease of Use
8.2
140
8.4
152
Ease of Setup
8.2
17
8.8
20
Ease of Admin
8.7
15
8.6
14
Quality of Support
8.6
117
8.3
117
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
14
9.7
10
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
134
9.3
150
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Ableton Live
Ableton Live
Logic Pro X
Logic Pro X
Ableton Live and Logic Pro X are categorized as Audio Editing
Unique Categories
Ableton Live
Ableton Live has no unique categories
Logic Pro X
Logic Pro X has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Ableton Live
Ableton Live
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
83.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
10.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
5.9%
Logic Pro X
Logic Pro X
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
86.6%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
9.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.1%
Reviewers' Industry
Ableton Live
Ableton Live
Music
39.9%
Entertainment
7.2%
Media Production
5.2%
Religious Institutions
4.6%
Internet
3.9%
Other
39.2%
Logic Pro X
Logic Pro X
Music
41.9%
Entertainment
9.3%
Media Production
7.6%
Higher Education
5.2%
Marketing and Advertising
4.1%
Other
32.0%
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Discussions
Ableton Live
Ableton Live Discussions
Maybe I am missing it now, but is it there any ways I can get more skins for Ableton?
1 Comment
Cherubs S.
CS
YES, just type Ableton live themes Read more
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Ableton Live has no more discussions with answers
Logic Pro X
Logic Pro X Discussions
Is it possible to change the look of the background of Logic Pro X?
1 Comment
Ben R.
BR
Not that I am aware of. You can change region colours, but not the background. Read more
I'm looking for Editing software for DJ edits (some live), and radio production work. Suggestions?
1 Comment
Claudio Sound O.
CO
There is a lot of them, but for what you need i recommend Ableton LiveRead more
Using logic to separate songs from song medleys
1 Comment
John S.
JS
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