Free & Open-Source Steinberg Cubase Alternatives

Full-featured DAW for composing and recording.

1. Cakewalk by BandLab ↗ ★ PICKPRIVATE
   Full pro DAW, completely free (Windows).
   ●●○Medium · MIDI + VST/AU plugin compatible
2. Reaper ↗ PRIVATE
   Powerful affordable DAW (60-day free trial).
   ●●○Medium · MIDI + VST/AU plugin compatible