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Arcade by Output vs EastWest ComposerCloud+
Arcade by Output leads on 1 check, EastWest ComposerCloud+ on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreArcade by Output · 8.3/10
- Lowest starting priceArcade by Output · $12.99/mo
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresArcade by Output · 1 of 3
Arcade by Output scores higher on our rubric for music sample libraries: 8.3 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.
Arcade by Output is cheaper to start at $12.99/mo against $19.99/mo.
Arcade by Output is the better fit for loop-based instruments and curated production kits. EastWest ComposerCloud+ is the better fit for large orchestral and instrument collections.
- Arcade by Output fits best
Loop-based instruments and curated production kits
- EastWest ComposerCloud+ fits best
Large orchestral and instrument collections
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Side by side
| Feature | Arcade by Output 8.3/10 Visit ↗ | EastWest ComposerCloud+ 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.3 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #7 in Music Sample Libraries | #8 in Music Sample Libraries |
| Best for | Loop-based instruments and curated production kits | Large orchestral and instrument collections |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $12.99/mo (best) | $19.99/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 7 days | 14 days |
| Free trial length | 7 days · card required | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS | Windows, macOS |
| Features Arcade by Output 1/3 · EastWest ComposerCloud+ 0/3 | ||
| MIDI included | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Stems included | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Vocal content | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Included content | Samplers, Instruments, Kits, Lines, and Samples | Not checked yet |
| Sample count | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Download model | Unlimited | Not checked yet |
| Sample formats | WAV, AIFF, MP3, FLAC, VST, VST3, AU, AAX | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Arcade by Output is a desktop sampler and instrument plugin for music producers who want curated loops, instruments, and production kits in one subscription. Its content is organized into Lines, Kits, Samplers, Instruments, and individual… Read the review → |
EastWest ComposerCloud+ is a subscription library for composers, producers, and other music creators who need access to a wide range of virtual instruments. Its collection covers orchestral, cinematic, drum, piano, guitar, synth, vocal,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Arcade by Output — where it wins
- Unlimited downloads with royalty-free samples
- Tempo and key synchronization for loop-based production
- Standalone app plus VST, VST3, AU, and AAX plugins
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Requires a monthly subscription after the 7-day trial
- Runs on Windows and macOS only
EastWest ComposerCloud+ — where it wins
- More than 43,000 virtual instruments across diverse collections
- VST3, AU, AAX, and standalone OPUS support
- Royalty-free commercial use with activation on two devices
Where it doesn't
- Requires a paid subscription; there is no free plan
- Supports Windows and macOS only
- The full collection may be broader than focused producers need
- Arcade by Output8.3/10 · 7-day trial
A curated, loop-focused sampler with unlimited downloads for $12.99 per month.
Visit OutputFull verdict → - EastWest ComposerCloud+8.2/10 · 14-day trial
A broad subscription library for composers needing orchestral and instrument variety.
Visit EastWestFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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