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foobar2000 vs dBpoweramp: catalog facts
foobar2000	dBpoweramp
Free Freeware. The author describes it as an advanced freeware audio player; there is no paid…	Paid Paid software with a free, fully functional 21-day trial.
Windows, macOS, Android, iOS	Windows, macOS
Gapless playback and full ReplayGain support Easily customisable interface layout on Windows and macOS	Secure ripping verified with AccurateRip Batch conversion that preserves tags and artwork
Closed source, so the code cannot be audited or forked No official Linux build	Paid after the 21-day trial Proprietary software
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 20, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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