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SibeliusTuxGuitar
Paid

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

 Free

Free and open source.

Windows, macOS, iOS Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
  • Automatic layout and part generation
  • Video sync and timecode support in Ultimate
  • Multitrack tab editing with playback
  • Runs on Linux, Windows, macOS, FreeBSD and Android
  • Subscription pricing for most tiers
  • Artist tier capped at 24 staves per score
  • Java-based interface feels less polished than commercial editors
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Open source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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