# Cakewalk by BandLab vs Reaper Comparison

| | Cakewalk by BandLab | Reaper | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 3.8 out of 5 | 4.5 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 15 | 28 | 
| **Largest Market Segment** | Small-Business (66.7% of reviews) | Small-Business (81.5% of reviews) | 
| **Entry Level Price** | No pricing available | No pricing available | 


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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Cakewalk by BandLab | Reaper | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 7.6 (13 reviews) | 9.6 (24 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 7.7 (14 reviews) | 8.5 (25 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 6.5 (11 reviews) | 8.8 (18 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | Not enough data | Not enough data | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 5.5 (13 reviews) | 9.0 (23 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Cakewalk by BandLab

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Reaper

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available


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## Categories
**Shared Categories (1):** [Audio Editing Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/audio-editing)




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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Cakewalk by BandLab | Reaper | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 66.7% | 81.5% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 33.3% | 14.8% | 
| **Enterprise** | 0% | 3.7% | 

### By Industry

#### Cakewalk by BandLab

- **Music:** 33.3%
- **Performing Arts:** 13.3%
- **Public Safety:** 6.7%
- **Media Production:** 6.7%
- **Entertainment:** 6.7%
- **Education Management:** 6.7%
- **Construction:** 6.7%
- **Computer Networking:** 6.7%
- **Broadcast Media:** 6.7%
- **Biotechnology:** 6.7%

#### Reaper

- **Music:** 44.4%
- **Performing Arts:** 7.4%
- **Media Production:** 7.4%
- **Arts and Crafts:** 7.4%
- **Program Development:** 3.7%
- **Internet:** 3.7%
- **Information Services:** 3.7%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 3.7%
- **Higher Education:** 3.7%
- **Graphic Design:** 3.7%
- **Other:** 11.1%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Cakewalk by BandLab

- [Audacity](https://www.g2.com/products/audacity/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (459 reviews)
- [FL Studio](https://www.g2.com/products/fl-studio/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (101 reviews)
- [Adobe Audition](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-audition/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (420 reviews)
- [GarageBand](https://www.g2.com/products/garageband/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (276 reviews)
- [Ardour](https://www.g2.com/products/ardour/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (11 reviews)
- [LMMS](https://www.g2.com/products/lmms/reviews) — 3.3/5 stars (6 reviews)
- [Ableton Live](https://www.g2.com/products/ableton-live/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (158 reviews)
- [Logic Pro X](https://www.g2.com/products/logic-pro-x/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (177 reviews)
- [Cubase](https://www.g2.com/products/cubase/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (64 reviews)
- [Avid Pro Tools](https://www.g2.com/products/avid-pro-tools/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (122 reviews)

### Alternatives to Reaper

- [Audacity](https://www.g2.com/products/audacity/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (459 reviews)
- [Adobe Audition](https://www.g2.com/products/adobe-audition/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (420 reviews)
- [GarageBand](https://www.g2.com/products/garageband/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (276 reviews)
- [Logic Pro X](https://www.g2.com/products/logic-pro-x/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (177 reviews)
- [Ableton Live](https://www.g2.com/products/ableton-live/reviews) — 4.7/5 stars (158 reviews)
- [FL Studio](https://www.g2.com/products/fl-studio/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (101 reviews)
- [Sound Forge](https://www.g2.com/products/sound-forge/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (52 reviews)
- [Reason](https://www.g2.com/products/reason/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (24 reviews)
- [Ardour](https://www.g2.com/products/ardour/reviews) — 4.1/5 stars (11 reviews)
- [Studio One](https://www.g2.com/products/studio-one/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (54 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Cakewalk by BandLab

- Title: [What is Cakewalk by BandLab used for?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-cakewalk-by-bandlab-used-for) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Using MIDI files, we can also put them online, we can make MP4s. Very good program."

### Reaper

- Title: [How can I get free version?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/33263-how-can-i-get-free-version) — 2 comments, 1 upvote
  > **Top comment:** "Reaper’s free and fully-functional trial period lasts for 60 days. After the trial period you will get a pop-up advising you it’s time to purchase a license...."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/cakewalk-by-bandlab-vs-reaper)