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Head-to-head · Android Audio Editing Apps

Cubasis vs WavePad

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Cubasis #1 in Android Audio Editing Apps 9.3/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Steinberg
WavePad #7 in Android Audio Editing Apps 8.5/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit WavePad

Cubasis leads on 0 checks, WavePad on 1, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreCubasis · 9.3/10
  • Free planonly WavePad
  • Free trialonly WavePad

Cubasis scores higher on our rubric for android audio editing apps: 9.3 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #7.

WavePad offers free plan; Cubasis doesn't.

Cubasis is the better fit for serious Android multitrack production. WavePad is the better fit for feature-rich general audio editing.

  • Cubasis fits best

    Serious Android multitrack production

  • WavePad fits best

    Feature-rich general audio editing

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Side by side

Feature Cubasis 9.3/10 Visit ↗ WavePad 8.5/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.3 8.5
Ranking #1 in Android Audio Editing Apps #7 in Android Audio Editing Apps
Best for Serious Android multitrack production Feature-rich general audio editing
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — $60/yr
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Mobile Desktop, Mobile
Platforms iOS, Android Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Community, Docs Docs, Community
Integrations 9 integrations 1 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features Cubasis 0/3 · WavePad 0/3
Multitrack recording Not checked yet Not checked yet
Waveform editing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Podcast tools Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Maximum tracks Not checked yet Not checked yet
Effects and processing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Export formats Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Unlimited audio and MIDI tracks with recording and editing
  • Mixer automation, virtual instruments, effects and MIDI sequencing
  • Exports to Cubase and integrates with major cloud-storage services
  • Cut, join, trim, effects and restoration tools cover varied editing work.
  • Batch processing, format conversion and spectral analysis support advanced workflows.
  • Runs on Windows, macOS, iOS and Android with AI noise removal and enhancement.
Cons
  • Paid-only app with no free plan
  • Separate iOS and Android editions use different storefront pricing
  • Mobile deployment may not suit desktop-native production workflows
  • The free version is limited to non-commercial use.
  • Standard Edition excludes VST plugin support and the SFX Library.
  • Support channels are listed as documentation and community resources.
Our verdict

Cubasis is Steinberg’s mobile digital audio workstation for musicians and producers who want to record, arrange, edit and mix on Android smartphones, tablets or Chromebooks. Its workflow covers both audio and MIDI, making it suitable for…

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WavePad is desktop and mobile software for recording and editing music, voice recordings, podcasts and other audio files. It is aimed at home users, professionals and small businesses working on Windows, macOS, iOS or Android. Core editing…

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  1. CubasisAndroid Audio Editing Apps 9.3Paid
  2. WavePadAndroid Audio Editing Apps 8.5Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Cubasis — where it wins

    • Unlimited audio and MIDI tracks with recording and editing
    • Mixer automation, virtual instruments, effects and MIDI sequencing
    • Exports to Cubase and integrates with major cloud-storage services

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid-only app with no free plan
    • Separate iOS and Android editions use different storefront pricing
    • Mobile deployment may not suit desktop-native production workflows

  • WavePad — where it wins

    • Cut, join, trim, effects and restoration tools cover varied editing work.
    • Batch processing, format conversion and spectral analysis support advanced workflows.
    • Runs on Windows, macOS, iOS and Android with AI noise removal and enhancement.

    Where it doesn't

    • The free version is limited to non-commercial use.
    • Standard Edition excludes VST plugin support and the SFX Library.
    • Support channels are listed as documentation and community resources.
  • Cubasis9.3/10 · Paid

    A full-featured Android DAW for multitrack recording, MIDI, mixing and mobile production.

    Visit SteinbergFull verdict →
  • WavePad8.5/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A broad desktop-and-mobile editor with restoration, batch tools, plugins and AI enhancement.

    Visit WavePadFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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