AIVA pricing & review
AI composition for cinematic and classical scoring — the only major tool with full MIDI export.
Last checked September 27, 2026
Overview
AIVA composes orchestral, cinematic, and game music, and uniquely exports MIDI on every plan including free — so composers can edit in a DAW. The Pro plan (~€33/mo) grants full copyright ownership of outputs, which no consumer rival offers. Niche, but the right niche for scoring work.
Feature highlights
- MIDI export on all plans
- Full copyright on Pro
- Orchestral/cinematic focus
- Style profiles
- Stem export
- DAW-friendly output
Pros and cons
Pros
- Only tool granting full copyright
- MIDI even on free plan
- Serious composition control
Cons
- Not for pop songs with vocals
- EUR pricing varies
- Smaller model advances
Best for
AIVA is best suited to composers scoring films, games, and trailers. If that matches your needs, the free plan is a low-risk way to try it.
AIVA comparisons
AIVA FAQ
Does AIVA have a free plan?
Yes. Free plan with MIDI export, non-commercial, attribution required.
How much does AIVA cost?
AIVA starts at €11/mo (Standard, billed yearly). Prices are in euros plus VAT: Standard €11/mo and Pro €33/mo on annual billing. The free plan is non-commercial only. The highest known plan is €33/mo (Pro, billed yearly, full copyright).
Who is AIVA best for?
AIVA is best for composers scoring films, games, and trailers.
Does AIVA offer an API?
Yes, AIVA provides API access for developers.
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