Processing vs Reaper

Processing

Description: Processing is an open-source graphical library and integrated development environment built for the electronic arts, new media art, and visual design communities with the purpose of teaching non-programmers the fundamentals of computer programming in a visual context.

Type: software

Pricing: Open Source

Reaper

Description: Reaper is a digital audio workstation and MIDI sequencer software for Windows, Mac and Linux. It has a fully featured interface for multi-track audio and MIDI recording, editing and mixing. Reaper is known for its flexibility, customization and value.

Type: software

Pricing: Paid

Processing Features

• Graphical programming language and IDE
• Built on Java and can integrate Java code
• 2D and 3D graphics rendering
• Image/video processing and analysis
• Sound synthesis and analysis
• Data visualization

Reaper Features

• Multi-track audio and MIDI recording and editing
• Supports VST, AU, DX and JS plug-ins
• Customizable interface and shortcuts
• Powerful routing and bussing options
• Time stretching, pitch shifting and audio quantization
• Automation for volume, pan, plugins and more
• Supports surround sound mixing
• ReaScript for creating custom actions
• Theme support for customizing the look

Processing

• Open Source

Reaper

• Paid