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Voicemeeter alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Voicemeeter alternative is FxSound (3.0 GPA). It's also the best free one.

Voicemeeter compared with 5 alternatives: BlackHole, eqMac, FxSound, EarTrumpet and SoundSource.

Voicemeeter has a free plan. Paid plans start at $15 one-time (default price; buyer picks from five amounts). 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
VoicemeeterThis toolFree plan · from $15 one-timeYesWindows
BlackHoleFreeFreemacOS
eqMacFree plan · from $3/moYesmacOS
FxSoundFreeFreeWindows
EarTrumpetFreeFreeWindows
SoundSourceFree trial · from $49 one-timeTrial onlymacOS

How each one differs from Voicemeeter

  1. BlackHole

    Virtual audio loopback driver for routing sound between Mac apps

    • BlackHole is free.
    • BlackHole also lists a macOS app.
    • BlackHole lists no Windows app, which Voicemeeter has.
    • BlackHole is open source, according to its own site.

    Suits: Streamers and podcasters capturing one app's sound in another

    BlackHole vs VoicemeeterBlackHole pricing and details

  2. eqMac

    System-wide equalizer and per-app volume mixer for macOS

    • eqMac starts at $3 per month, or $30 per year.
    • eqMac also lists a macOS app.
    • eqMac lists no Windows app, which Voicemeeter has.
    • eqMac also covers menu bar app.

    Suits: Mac users who want one equalizer applied to every app and every output device

    eqMac vs VoicemeetereqMac pricing and details

  3. FxSound

    Free open-source Windows equalizer and volume booster

    • FxSound is free.
    • FxSound is open source, according to its own site.
    • FxSound also covers noise cancellation.

    Suits: Windows users with quiet laptop speakers or basic headphones

    FxSound vs VoicemeeterFxSound pricing and details

  4. EarTrumpet

    Per-app volume mixer for the Windows system tray

    • EarTrumpet is free.
    • EarTrumpet is open source, according to its own site.
    • EarTrumpet also covers menu bar app.

    Suits: Windows users who want a different volume for each app

    EarTrumpet vs VoicemeeterEarTrumpet pricing and details

  5. SoundSource

    Per-app volume, output routing and audio effects for the Mac

    • SoundSource starts at $49 one-time purchase.
    • SoundSource has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Voicemeeter.
    • SoundSource also lists a macOS app.
    • SoundSource lists no Windows app, which Voicemeeter has.
    • SoundSource also covers menu bar app.

    Suits: Mac users who want a separate volume level for each app

    SoundSource vs VoicemeeterSoundSource pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Voicemeeter

  • Windows only; the vendor's shop lists its Mac apps separately.
  • Prices shown are the shop's default amounts; the shop offers five contribution levels, and professional or business use is limited to levels P3 to P5.
  • The setup program must be run in administrative mode and needs a reboot after installation and after removal.
  • Banana and Potato are separate editions with their own prices; the Potato license is delivered as an activation code.
Voicemeeter pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Voicemeeter?

The alternatives to Voicemeeter in this directory are BlackHole, eqMac, FxSound, EarTrumpet and SoundSource. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Voicemeeter.

Is there a free alternative to Voicemeeter?

Yes. BlackHole, FxSound and EarTrumpet are free to use. eqMac has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Voicemeeter alternatives work on macOS?

The Voicemeeter listing does not include a macOS app. BlackHole, eqMac and SoundSource list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Voicemeeter?

BlackHole, FxSound and EarTrumpet are described as open source on their own sites.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 9, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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