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Head-to-head · Audio Visualizer Software

SYQEL vs Radiance

  • Updated Nov 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score SYQEL #5 in Audio Visualizer Software 8.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit SYQEL
Radiance #7 in Audio Visualizer Software 8.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Radiance

SYQEL leads on 0 checks, Radiance on 0, and 1 is 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 scoreSYQEL · 8.8/10
  • Free planboth

SYQEL scores higher on our rubric for audio visualizer software: 8.8 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #7.

On platform coverage, SYQEL gives you Web and desktop where Radiance offers Desktop.

SYQEL is the better fit for live performers needing broad routing support. Radiance is the better fit for open-source shader effects across desktops.

  • SYQEL fits best

    Live performers needing broad routing support

  • Radiance fits best

    Open-source shader effects across desktops

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Side by side

Feature SYQEL 8.8/10 Visit ↗ Radiance 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.6
Ranking #5 in Audio Visualizer Software #7 in Audio Visualizer Software
Best for Live performers needing broad routing support Open-source shader effects across desktops
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price $300/yr Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Desktop
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux
Integrations 6 integrations 2 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Solo, Small business
Features SYQEL 0/4 · Radiance 0/4
Waveform visuals Not checked yet Not checked yet
Spectrum visuals Not checked yet Not checked yet
Video export Not checked yet Not checked yet
Transparent export Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Max resolution 1080p Not checked yet
Platform coverage Web and desktop Desktop
Max audio length Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Real-time reactivity can respond to individual instruments and MIDI.
  • NDI, Spout, Syphon, OBS and broadcast workflows expand routing options.
  • Runs across web, Windows, macOS, iOS and Android, with offline desktop operation.
  • 150+ preloaded GPU-accelerated shader effects
  • Beat detection, multi-screen output, and projection mapping
  • Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
Cons
  • The Free plan places a SYQEL watermark on output.
  • AI visuals are limited by monthly allowances on paid plans.
  • Maximum listed resolution is 1080p.
  • Desktop-only distribution excludes browser and mobile workflows
  • Live WGSL editing favors users comfortable with shader code
  • Its broad live-performance toolkit may exceed simple visualizer needs
Our verdict

SYQEL is a real-time audio-reactive visualizer platform for VJs, DJs, venues, streamers and music listeners. Its product family includes SYQEL Desktop for customizable visuals, AI-generated shaders, playlists, branding, MIDI controls and…

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Radiance is free, open-source video art software for VJs and live performers who need generated visuals across desktop operating systems. It connects shader effects with video clips, images, webcams, live streams, and YouTube videos, then…

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  1. SYQELAudio Visualizer Software 8.8Free plan
  2. RadianceAudio Visualizer Software 8.6Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • SYQEL — where it wins

    • Real-time reactivity can respond to individual instruments and MIDI.
    • NDI, Spout, Syphon, OBS and broadcast workflows expand routing options.
    • Runs across web, Windows, macOS, iOS and Android, with offline desktop operation.

    Where it doesn't

    • The Free plan places a SYQEL watermark on output.
    • AI visuals are limited by monthly allowances on paid plans.
    • Maximum listed resolution is 1080p.

  • Radiance — where it wins

    • 150+ preloaded GPU-accelerated shader effects
    • Beat detection, multi-screen output, and projection mapping
    • Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux

    Where it doesn't

    • Desktop-only distribution excludes browser and mobile workflows
    • Live WGSL editing favors users comfortable with shader code
    • Its broad live-performance toolkit may exceed simple visualizer needs
  • SYQEL8.8/10 · Free plan

    A broad, freemium visualizer for live routing, MIDI control and reactive performance visuals.

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  • Radiance8.6/10 · Free plan

    A capable open-source choice for shader-driven live visuals, beat detection, and projection mapping.

    Visit RadianceFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026

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