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SibeliusDorico
Paid

Artist from $99 a year, Ultimate from $199 a year, or an $899 perpetual bundle.

 Paid

Commercial software from Steinberg; editions and prices are listed on the official site.

Windows, macOS, iOS Windows, macOS
  • Automatic layout and part generation
  • Video sync and timecode support in Ultimate
  • Dedicated notation and engraving tool rather than a DAW add-on
  • Made by Steinberg, the developer of Cubase
  • Subscription pricing for most tiers
  • Artist tier capped at 24 staves per score
  • Commercial software
  • Focused on notation rather than audio recording or mixing
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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