Is Mixcloud or REAPER better?

Neither clearly leads. Mixcloud starts at Free and REAPER at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.

Which is cheaper, Mixcloud or REAPER?

Mixcloud starts at Free and REAPER at Free.

Does Mixcloud or REAPER run on more platforms?

Mixcloud runs on Web, Ios, Android. REAPER runs on Windows, macOS, Linux.

Can I use Mixcloud for free?

Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.

What is Mixcloud best used for?

Mixcloud is most often used for hosting dj mixes and radio shows on a licensed platform that pays artist royalties, live streaming dj sets without copyright takedowns, earning from listeners through tips and subscriptions. Of those, hosting dj mixes and radio shows on a licensed platform that pays artist royalties and live streaming dj sets without copyright takedowns are not what REAPER is typically brought in for.

What can Mixcloud do that REAPER cannot?

Mixcloud covers DJ mixes, Podcasts, Radio shows, Streaming.

Music · head to head

Mixcloud vs REAPER

Mixcloud

Music

The home of audio culture

From: Free
Rated: -

Full review Website

REAPER

Music

Full digital audio workstation with a 60 day evaluation and a USD 60 personal licence

From: Free
Rated: -

Full review Website

The short version

Each has a real cost: Mixcloud the free Basic tier is limited to 10 show uploads and 10 track uploads; REAPER the USD 60 discounted licence requires that yearly gross revenue does not exceed USD 20,000, above which the commercial licence at USD 225 applies
Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Mixcloud and REAPER actually diverge.

Attributes where Mixcloud and REAPER differ
Attribute	Mixcloud	REAPER
Pricing model	freemium	one-time
Platforms	Web, Ios, Android	Windows, macOS, Linux
Founded	2007	Unknown

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Music).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Mixcloud

DJ mixes
Podcasts
Radio shows
Streaming
Artist tools
Social media
Payment systems
Creator controls

Only in REAPER

Nothing recorded that Mixcloud does not also cover.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Mixcloud

Hosting DJ mixes and radio shows on a licensed platform that pays artist royaltiesnot REAPER
Live streaming DJ sets without copyright takedownsnot REAPER
Earning from listeners through tips and subscriptionsnot REAPER

REAPER

Music productionnot Mixcloud
Audio recordingnot Mixcloud
Audio editingnot Mixcloud
Post productionnot Mixcloud
Podcast editingnot Mixcloud

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Mixcloud

The free Basic tier is limited to 10 show uploads and 10 track uploads
Unlimited uploads, private uploads, scheduling uploads, disabling comments and hiding play counts all require Pro
Live streaming video and audio requires Pro; the Basic tier cannot live stream
Monetization through Tips and Subscriptions is Pro only
Listener insights, tagging hosts and embedding a show player on your own site are Pro only
Basic audio uploads are capped at 64kbps AAC+, with 160kbps Opus HQ audio reserved for Pro
Free listening includes ads and offline listening requires the separate Premium for listeners subscription
The brand and radio station commercial packages start at $3,000 per month

REAPER

The USD 60 discounted licence requires that yearly gross revenue does not exceed USD 20,000, above which the commercial licence at USD 225 applies
The commercial licence at USD 225 is nearly four times the discounted one for identical software, since the price is set by who is using it rather than by what it does
The evaluation lasts 60 days, after which continued use requires a purchased licence
Sold as a paid licence with no free tier beyond the evaluation period

Pricing, plan by plan

Mixcloud

Free

FreeFree
- Basic streaming access
Premium for Listeners$7.99/month
- Unlimited replays
- Offline listening and downloads
- No ads
Pro for Creators$11.25/month
- Unlimited show uploads
- Live streaming without takedowns
- High-quality audio enhancement

REAPER

Free

Discounted License$60/one-time
- For individuals using REAPER personally
- For businesses with yearly gross revenue under 20000 USD
- For educational and non-profit organizations
Commercial License$225/one-time
- For commercial use by businesses exceeding revenue threshold
- Includes free upgrades through REAPER version 8.99

Which should you pick?

Choose Mixcloud if

You need dj mixes.
You want to start without paying.
You work on Web, Ios, Android.
You also want podcasts.

Mixcloud review

Choose REAPER if

You want to start without paying.
You work on Windows, macOS, Linux.

REAPER review

Questions people ask

Is Mixcloud or REAPER better?: Neither clearly leads. Mixcloud starts at Free and REAPER at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mixcloud or REAPER?: Mixcloud starts at Free and REAPER at Free.
Does Mixcloud or REAPER run on more platforms?: Mixcloud runs on Web, Ios, Android. REAPER runs on Windows, macOS, Linux.
Can I use Mixcloud for free?: Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Mixcloud best used for?: Mixcloud is most often used for hosting dj mixes and radio shows on a licensed platform that pays artist royalties, live streaming dj sets without copyright takedowns, earning from listeners through tips and subscriptions. Of those, hosting dj mixes and radio shows on a licensed platform that pays artist royalties and live streaming dj sets without copyright takedowns are not what REAPER is typically brought in for.
What can Mixcloud do that REAPER cannot?: Mixcloud covers DJ mixes, Podcasts, Radio shows, Streaming.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Mixcloud: What does Mixcloud Premium for Listeners include?

Mixcloud Premium for Listeners costs $7.99/month and includes unlimited replays, offline listening with downloads, ad-free streaming, and upfront tracklists showing all songs from the start.

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REAPER: How much does REAPER cost?

REAPER costs 60 USD for a discounted license (individuals, non-profits, organizations under 20000 USD annual revenue) or 225 USD for commercial use. All licenses include free updates through version 8.99.

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Mixcloud: How much is Mixcloud Pro for Creators?

Mixcloud Pro for Creators costs $11.25/month when paid annually and allows unlimited show uploads, live streaming without takedowns, high-quality audio, monetization features, and detailed analytics.

Source

REAPER: Can I try REAPER before buying?

Yes, REAPER offers a 60-day full evaluation period with no artificial feature limitations, allowing you to test all capabilities before purchasing.

Source

Mixcloud vs REAPER

Mixcloud

REAPER

The short version

Where they differ

What each one covers

Only in Mixcloud

Only in REAPER

What people use each for

Mixcloud

REAPER

Where each one falls short

Mixcloud

REAPER

Pricing, plan by plan

Mixcloud

REAPER

Which should you pick?

Choose Mixcloud if

Choose REAPER if

Questions people ask

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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