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PixiTracker vs FamiStudio: catalog facts
PixiTrackerFamiStudio
Freemium

Desktop builds are distributed as freeware; the mobile apps are paid.

Free

Free and open source under the MIT licence.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
  • Low learning curve for quick music sketches
  • Separate 16Bit and 1Bit versions
  • Piano roll editing instead of a traditional tracker
  • Exports NSF and ROM files and ships a sound engine for homebrew games
  • Much simpler than full trackers such as SunVox
  • Buying the Android version through Google Play is currently blocked
  • Limited to NES and Famicom sound hardware
  • Original author has stepped back from day-to-day development
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License: Freeware License: MIT
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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