Cardinal vs Thorn
| Cardinal | Thorn | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Web, Windows | Windows, macOS |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Synthesis engine | modular | — |
| Plugin formats | AudioUnit, CLAP, LV2, VST2, VST3 | VST2, VST3, AU, AAX |
| Standalone app | Yes | No |
| MPE support | Yes | — |
| Supported platforms | — | windows_macos |
Both are listed in Best Software Synthesizers. On Inferse, Cardinal scores higher on our published basis.