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At a Glance
Reaper
Reaper
Star Rating
(28)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (81.5% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Reaper
Reason
Reason
Star Rating
(24)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (91.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Reason
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Reaper excels in its flexibility and customization options, allowing for a tailored workflow that suits individual needs, while Reason is praised for its intuitive interface and ease of use, making it a great choice for beginners.
  • Reviewers mention that Reaper's extensive plugin support and compatibility with various formats provide a significant advantage for users looking to integrate different tools, whereas Reason's built-in instruments and effects are highlighted as a strong point for those who prefer an all-in-one solution.
  • G2 users indicate that Reaper's pricing model is highly favorable, offering a one-time purchase with no subscription fees, while users on G2 note that Reason's subscription model can be a drawback for those who prefer a more traditional ownership approach.
  • Users say that Reaper's community support and extensive online resources contribute to a better learning experience, while reviewers mention that Reason's customer support, although good, does not match the level of community engagement found with Reaper.
  • Reviewers mention that Reaper's powerful audio editing capabilities, such as the "Item FX" feature, allow for detailed manipulation of audio tracks, while users report that Reason's "Combinator" feature is excellent for creating complex soundscapes quickly and efficiently.
  • Users on G2 highlight that Reaper's product direction is viewed positively, with a score of 9.0, indicating a strong commitment to updates and improvements, while Reason's lower score of 6.3 suggests some users feel less confident about its future development.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Reaper
No pricing available
Reason
No pricing available
Free Trial
Reaper
No trial information available
Reason
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.6
24
9.0
21
Ease of Use
8.5
25
8.0
21
Ease of Setup
Not enough data
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
Not enough data
Quality of Support
8.8
18
8.7
17
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
9.0
23
6.3
22
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Reaper
Reaper
Reason
Reason
Reaper and Reason are categorized as Audio Editing
Unique Categories
Reaper
Reaper has no unique categories
Reason
Reason has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Reaper
Reaper
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
81.5%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
14.8%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
3.7%
Reason
Reason
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
91.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
8.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
0%
Reviewers' Industry
Reaper
Reaper
Music
44.4%
Performing Arts
7.4%
Media Production
7.4%
Arts and Crafts
7.4%
Program Development
3.7%
Other
29.6%
Reason
Reason
Music
37.5%
Entertainment
12.5%
Writing and Editing
8.3%
Internet
8.3%
Religious Institutions
4.2%
Other
29.2%
Most Helpful Reviews
Reaper
Reaper
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Mario S.
MS
Mario S.
Verified User in Graphic Design

I´ve been user Reaper for a little while and I like three things about this software: the first is that record with it is very easy, because mainly you just need to have your microphone or guitar plugged, and then just click the "record" red button. The...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Arts and Crafts

This program lands near the bottom of our ranking due to the lack of restoration tools. You can build a proper restoration suite by adding multiple editing tools together, like EQ, gates and filters, but that’s a daunting task for novice users. We were able...

Reason
Reason
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Jordan B.
JB
Jordan B.
Verified User in Music

What I love about reason is it's updated interface, it allows me to drag and drop my sounds instead of manually looking for them. If I need a drum kit to play around with it's a drag and drop solution and playing and gaming right away. I love how reason can...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Nicola B.
NB
Nicola B.
Verified User in Internet

I think its main problem is the overall sound quality, but i'm not sure of this statement, i'm not using Reason since 2010.

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Discussions
Reaper
Reaper Discussions
How can I get free version?
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Camden C.
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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....Read more
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