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Users consistently praise the ease of use and intuitive interface of FL Studio, making it accessible for beginners while still offering depth for advanced users. Many appreciate the extensive range of built-in plugins and the ability to create music quickly and creatively. However, some users note that it can be resource-intensive, leading to performance issues on less powerful computers.

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Prasanna Kumar  D.
PD
Prasanna Kumar D.
IT admin
Computer Software
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Beginner-Friendly, Powerful Plugins and Kits at a Reasonable Price"
5/5
What do you like best about FL Studio?

I like the plugins like toxic biohazard, sakura, ogun, harmour, harmless and many other plugins to ease my work and i like that wave transmittor much more. And the pre recorded kits like drums, hats, kicks and snares, claps and many sfx kits and those are very userful for me to create best useful rythem styles and the performance is also good for handling high samples and the ui is mostly beginner friendly, pricing is also reasonable and it provides unlimited trail period for limited tools access. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about FL Studio?

previously i have seen volume control knob in older versions but now for the newer version that knob was disabled and not appears in the ui. sometimes when we increase bit rate for audio output it takes more time that expected and sometimes the software lags during exporting. And when i export the audio in .mp3 format the audio quality is not getting as expected until we export it in .wav format. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Crane H.
CH
Crane H.
Holyfent
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Fl studio is a very dynamic music software there is."
5/5
What do you like best about FL Studio?

I like that Fl studio allows users to be in a creative space , it has lot features to pick from but well sorted and well categorized. It is not confusing to use and one can learn as they use it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about FL Studio?

Sometimes when overloaded with plugins it crashes but this depends on the type of hardware one would be launching it from. It takes a bit more knowledge to produce high quality outcomes. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Daniel  R.
DR
Daniel R.
Student
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Intuitive and Fun Music Production Tool"
5/5
What do you like best about FL Studio?

I like how easy it is to write, make, and produce music with FL Studio. The interface is so user-friendly that even beginners can easily use it. It's a fun tool to use for writing and producing music, and it even solves the problem of making music for those who didn't know how before. The initial setup was very easy for me. Additionally, FL Studio can be integrated with powerful tools like Dolby for mixing and mastering, which helps me achieve a studio-level musical experience in making and producing great songs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about FL Studio?

The load on FL Studio sometimes makes things very difficult. The only thing would be to improve is to include more VST plugins which come built-in and provide a vast variety of sounds free of cost. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Simone B.
SB
Simone B.
Data Engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"FL Studio’s Intuitive Workflow with Powerful Tools and Lifetime Free Upgrades"
4.5/5
What do you like best about FL Studio?

FL Studio stands out for its intuitive workflow and fast idea-to-production cycle. The pattern-based sequencing and piano roll are especially powerful and easy to use, even for complex compositions. It has a wide range of built-in plugins and instruments, which reduces the need for external tools. The UI is flexible and customizable, and updates are frequent with lifetime free upgrades, which adds long-term value. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about FL Studio?

Some aspects of the interface can feel inconsistent or cluttered, especially for new users. Audio recording and editing workflows are not as streamlined as in some competing DAWs. Collaboration features and version control are limited, making team-based projects harder to manage. Certain advanced features require workarounds rather than being natively integrated. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Swapnil C.
SC
Swapnil C.
Internship Trainee
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Simplifies Music Production, But Needs Recording Improvements"
4.5/5
What do you like best about FL Studio?

I use FL Studio as my primary DAW for music production, recording, mixing, and mastering. Its ease of access and simplicity solve a lot of problems for me, unlike other software like Cubase or Pro Tools that have a steep learning curve. Music programming and beat making are the easiest with FL Studio. I also enjoy beat creation and the easy routing in the mixer channel. It has simplified mixing and processing in a way that no other DAW could do. The initial setup of FL Studio is very easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about FL Studio?

FL Studio has limited slots in the channel mixer rack, which feels restricting. Recording isn’t its strong suit either; the process is tedious. I also think that FL Studio's audio engine is slightly inferior compared to Cubase, Pro Tools, or even Ableton. The video player has issues, especially when producing background music or scores—despite keeping it detached, it disappears sometimes. It also doesn't always sync with the timeline, and often gets stuck, requiring me to reload the plugin and video file. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Neo L.
NL
Neo L.
Freelance Camera Operator, Sound and Editor
Media Production
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"User-Friendly with Powerful Plugin Support"
5/5
What do you like best about FL Studio?

I like that FL Studio is entirely user friendly, which makes it easy to navigate. I appreciate being able to use external plugins, as that allows me to keep up with modern sounds without frequent updates. The availability of numerous instrument and effects processing plugins is fantastic because it lets me change instrumentations more often and frequently, enhancing my creativity. The initial setup was very simple, which was a big plus. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about FL Studio?

I love everything about the software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Mário S.
MS
Mário S.
"FL Studio: Indispensable for Musical Creations"
5/5
What do you like best about FL Studio?

I like to play piano with FL Keys and enjoy some of the available galleries. FL Keys allows creating various melodies thanks to its range of available pianos, while other galleries help me create beats that pleasantly complete my projects. I found it easy to set up FL Studio and enjoyed the music that plays right at the program's opening. I highly recommend FL Studio, as I see it as an application that helps with the mental health of those who know how to use it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about FL Studio?

I think maybe Melodyne, but it has already been surpassed by autotune. I don't have much to comment on about that, because it's not bad, I just prefer to use autotune over Melodyne. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Michel Chevalier C.
MC
Michel Chevalier C.
customer service, ai artist
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"The Best Music Production Companion for Years"
5/5
What do you like best about FL Studio?

What I like best about FL Studio is the simplicity of its interface and the freedom it gives me to create without limits. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about FL Studio?

Honestly, there’s nothing major to dislike. FL Studio keeps improving with every update. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Andriantiana M.
AM
Andriantiana M.
Marketing Intern
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"I use FL Studio to produce and mix music, creating melodies, arranging tracks."
4/5
What do you like best about FL Studio?

What I like best about FL Studio is its intuitive piano roll and drag-and-drop workflow, which make composing and arranging music fast and creative. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about FL Studio?

What I dislike about FL Studio is that its CPU usage can get high with heavy projects, causing lag or crashes if the computer isn’t powerful enough. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Marcus D.
MD
Marcus D.
Retail Associate
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"FL Studio Experience"
5/5
What do you like best about FL Studio?

The best part about FL studio is that it’s interface has changed yet the same quality features exists amongst them all, making compatibility in future projects less of an issue. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about FL Studio?

Sometimes the multithread processing unit stammers the audio, providing irrelevant noises to occur whilst productions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.