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    BlackHole

    4.2
    Astronaut's Rating
    Content & Creative
    Free

    The Astronaut's Review

    Expert analysis by The Software Astronaut

    Astronaut's Score

    4.2
    4.2
    out of 5.0

    The Verdict

    BlackHole is an excellent open-source virtual audio driver for macOS, offering a powerful and user-friendly solution for audio routing.

    Our Take

    BlackHole excels in its core functionality as a virtual audio driver, providing seamless audio routing between applications. Its user-friendly interface and active community support make it a solid choice for content and creative professionals.

    Strong Fit

    • MacOS users looking for a powerful and free virtual audio driver
    • Content creators and audio professionals requiring precise audio routing

    Look Elsewhere If

    • No webhook or Zapier integration
    • Limited mobile support (iOS and Android)

    Rating Breakdown

    Ease of Use
    0.1
    Features
    0.0
    Value for Money
    3.5
    Customer Support
    -0.1

    In-Depth Analysis

    Overview

    BlackHole stands out as an excellent open-source solution for audio routing on macOS. Its powerful features and user-friendly interface make it a preferred choice for content and creative professionals.

    Ease of Use

    BlackHole's straightforward setup process and intuitive interface make it easy to use, even for those new to audio routing.

    Key Strengths

    • Open-source with active community support
    • Seamless audio routing
    • Powerful virtual audio driver
    • User-friendly interface
    • Free and easy to use

    Limitations to Consider

    • No webhook or Zapier integration
    • Limited mobile support (iOS and Android)

    Pricing Analysis

    BlackHole is available for free, making it an excellent value for users looking for a high-quality audio routing solution without the need for additional costs.

    Final Thoughts

    BlackHole is an exceptional tool for macOS users looking for a powerful and user-friendly virtual audio driver. Its open-source nature and active community support make it a solid choice for content and creative professionals.

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    About BlackHole

    BlackHole is an open-source virtual audio driver for macOS that allows applications to pass audio to other applications, providing a seamless audio routing experience.

    4.2
    Astronaut Rating
    84%
    Astronaut Recommends
    5
    Key Features

    Key Features

    Virtual audio driver for macOS
    Supports multiple audio channels
    Seamless audio routing between applications
    Open-source software with active community support
    Configurable audio inputs and outputs

    Feature Availability

    FeatureBlackHole
    Cloud-Based
    Accessible from any device with internet
    Mobile App
    Native mobile applications available
    Partial
    API Access
    Programmatic access for integrations
    Partial
    Free Trial
    Try before you buy
    Free Tier
    Permanently free plan available
    24/7 Support
    Round-the-clock customer assistance
    Partial
    SSO/SAML
    Enterprise single sign-on
    Partial
    Data Export
    Export your data anytime
    Integrations
    Connect with other tools
    Custom Branding
    White-label capabilities
    Partial
    Available
    Not Available
    Partial
    Limited / Add-on

    Pricing Overview

    BlackHole is available for free on macOS. There are no additional fees or charges associated with using the software.

    free
    Completely Free

    Integration & API

    API Supported
    Yes
    API Auth Methods
    Not specified
    API Protocols
    Not specified
    Native Integrations
    Not specified
    Marketplace
    Not specified
    Zapier
    No

    Security & Compliance

    Certifications
    Not specified
    Encryption
    Not specified
    Compliance
    GDPR
    Uptime SLA
    Not specified

    User Management

    Custom Profiles
    Not specified
    SSO Providers
    Not specified
    Data Encryption
    Not specified
    MFA Supported
    No

    Customization

    Custom Objects
    Not specified
    Custom Fields
    No
    Custom Workflows
    No
    Custom Reports
    No
    Custom Branding
    No
    Coding Capability
    Not specified

    Mobile

    Mobile App
    No
    Platforms
    Not specified
    Mobile Pricing
    Not specified

    Delivery & Infrastructure

    Deployment Type
    On-Premise
    Browsers
    Not specified
    Data Centers
    Not specified
    Languages
    Not specified

    Pricing & Licensing

    Contract Duration
    Not specified
    License Mix
    Yes
    Trial Days
    Not specified
    Currency
    Not specified

    Support

    Channels
    Community forum
    Hours
    Not specified
    Dedicated Manager
    No
    Training
    Yes

    Get Started

    Pricing

    BlackHole is available for free on macOS. There are no additional fees or charges associated with using the software.

    Vendor

    BlackHole Audio

    Category

    Content & Creative

    Status

    Listed Software

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