Considering a Sound Forge alternative?

A modern batch audio tool. Own it once.

Replace repeated batch processing with a branching graph of built-in DSP and your plugins. Render several versions of every file, on macOS and Windows, with a one-time license. Batchy does not record audio or provide timeline editing; keep your editor for those jobs.

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Sound Forge is a trademark of Boris FX. Batchy & Friends is not affiliated with Boris FX.

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Batchy batch-processing window with shared graph output defaults and per-source overrides — Shared graph defaults above the source files and their individual overrides.
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Sound Forge 2026 and Batchy, side by side.

Sound Forge’s Batch Converter runs one ordered list of effects per job. Batchy branches the chain, so one batch job renders differently processed versions of every file.

Capability	Batchy	Sound Forge 2026
Branching processing graph in a batch	Yes: branch, blend paths in a Channel Mixer, split by band or channel	No: one ordered list of effects per job
Several formats per file in one batch job	Yes	Yes
Differently processed versions per file from one batch job	Yes: every output has its own processing, loudness target, format and filename	No
Audition before rendering	Yes: switch between live and processed playback	Partial: preview in the editor
Plugins in a batch	VST3 on macOS and Windows; AU on macOS	VST2 and VST3, plus built-in processes
Loudness targets in a batch	LUFS (EBU R128), RMS or peak; −1 dBTP true-peak safety on LUFS and RMS	Yes: Normalize in Loudness mode (LUFS, true-peak ceiling)
Command line and automation	Yes: CLI with inputs, outputs, presets and JSON render reports	Yes, via scripting: `-SCRIPT` runs JScript, VBScript or C# scripts
Platforms	macOS and Windows, on one license	Windows 11 only
Price	One-time: $149. All 1.x updates included.	From $24.95 a month or $299.95 perpetual

As of September 2026, from each vendor’s current documentation. “—” means not documented. Prices are US list prices. Sources: Sound Forge: the Sound Forge 2026 online help and the pricing page.

Sound Forge is a trademark of Boris FX. Batchy & Friends is not affiliated with this company.

The difference

What changes when you switch.

macOS and WindowsOne Batchy license runs on both, on two machines. Sound Forge 2026 runs on Windows 11 only.
Branches, not a listSplit the chain into parallel paths, blend them in a Channel Mixer, or give each its own output.
Several versions per fileEvery output carries its own processing, loudness target, format and filename.
A preset-driven command linePoint the CLI at a folder and a saved preset, with no script to write. Dry runs and JSON render reports are built in.

Build · Audition · Render

How it works.

01 Build
Rebuild your chain in minutes.
Use built-in EQ, dynamics, reverb, pitch and distortion, plus your VST3 or AU plugins.
02 Audition
Hear it before you commit.
Switch between live and processed playback on any file in the batch.
03 Render
Render every version.
Every file renders to every output you named, in one batch job.

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Specifications

Plugins: VST3 on macOS and Windows; AU on macOS
Built in: 30+ audio, metering and visual graph nodes
Loudness: LUFS (EBU R128), RMS or peak targets; −1 dBTP true-peak safety on LUFS and RMS; TPDF dither
Formats: WAV, AIFF, FLAC, MP3 and OGG
Resolution: 22.05, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 and 192 kHz; 16, 24 or 32-bit float
Channels: Stereo through 7.1.4 surround panning; mono, stereo and surround conversion
Automation: Command line and headless rendering with JSON render reports
Systems: macOS 12+ (Intel and Apple Silicon); Windows 10/11 (64-bit)

Full specifications in the documentation

Toolkit

This is one workflow. See the whole toolkit.

Batchy also covers sound design, music mastering, game audio and podcasts, with 30+ audio, metering and visual graph nodes, plugin hosting, loudness delivery and the command line.

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Stereo waveform above a spectrogram in Batchy — Audition and inspect prepared audio before rendering. Waveform and spectrogram shown together in Batchy.
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Own it once

$149 once

One-time purchase, not a subscription.

Built-in DSP, plugin hosting and batch rendering
Loudness targets and the command line
macOS + Windows · two machines
All 1.x updates included
30-day money-back guarantee

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Before you buy.

Does Batchy replace every Sound Forge workflow?

No. Batchy is for processing and delivery that repeats. Keep an editor for recording, detailed cuts and timeline assembly.

Is Batchy a subscription?

No. Batchy is a one-time purchase with all 1.x updates included.

Can I use my existing plugins?

Compatible VST3 plugins on macOS and Windows, plus AU on macOS. Third-party plugins are separately licensed.

Is there a free trial?

Yes. Download Batchy and select Start 7-day free trial on the welcome screen or in Manage License. Email required to start; no payment required. Downloading does not start the trial. A paid license is required after seven days.

Will it run on my computer?

macOS 12+ on Intel or Apple Silicon, or Windows 10/11 (64-bit). One license covers two machines, on either platform.

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