Compare Ableton Live setlist apps
A1R is a setlist and section navigator for Ableton Live that you control from any device, sold as a one-time purchase from $39. Here is an honest look at how its price and licensing compare with other dedicated setlist apps.
Price and computers
| Edition | Price | Computers |
|---|---|---|
| A1R | ||
| CORE | $39 | 2 |
| LITE | $69 | 2 |
| PRO | $99 | 2 |
| MAX | $129 | 3 |
| ULTRA | $199 | 3 |
| Other setlist apps (example) | ||
| Entry edition | $129 | 1 |
| Mid edition | $179 | 2 |
| Top edition | $269 | 3 |
The other-app rows are one example of how dedicated setlist apps are priced, taken from a maker’s published price list on October 10, 2026. Prices and computer counts vary by app and may have changed since. All prices shown are one-time purchases. A1R prices from a1r.app.
What A1R includes
Setlist and control
- Build a setlist from the locators in your Live arrangement
- Reorder songs without touching your Live session A1R LITE+
- Run in a browser on computers, tablets and phones on the same network, with no internet needed at the show
- A mixer you control from the device in your hand A1R PRO+
- OSC control A1R PRO+
- Lyrics with chords, and MIDI mapping A1R MAX
- Keep two or more computers in sync as a backup A1R MAX
Pricing and extras
- A starting price of $39 with two computer activations
- Five tiers from $39 to $199, so you pay for the features you use
- A1R Remote, a dedicated Android app, alongside browser control
- Setlist export to PDF and PNG MAX
- A new engine with Split View, Edit View and A1R PITCH ULTRA
Questions
Is A1R a subscription?
No. A1R is a one-time purchase. You own your tier forever.
How does A1R’s price compare with other setlist apps?
A1R starts at $39 for two computers. Some other dedicated setlist apps list one-time prices from $129 for one computer (checked October 10, 2026). See the table above.
Which Ableton Live versions does A1R support?
Ableton Live 11 or newer, on Windows or macOS.
Can I try A1R before buying?
Yes. The live preview runs the real A1R interface with demo data in your browser.
How do I control A1R from my phone?
Join the same Wi-Fi as your Ableton computer and open the A1R address in any browser. See controlling Ableton Live from your phone.
Try it before your next show
The live preview runs the real A1R interface with demo data, right in your browser, on desktop, tablet or phone.
Ableton and Ableton Live are trademarks of Ableton AG. A1R is an independent product and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ableton. Prices and features of other products come from their makers’ websites and may change.