Plugin comparison

u-he Diva vs Massive

Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which synth to buy.

Independent score / workflow fit / buying signal

Contenders

The side-by-side

Synth / u-he

u-he Diva

9.1Essential

Diva is a virtual analogue synthesizer that models oscillators, filters and envelopes from classic hardware synths via circuit simulation.

Synth / Native Instruments

Massive

$99

8.0Great

Native Instruments Massive is the classic wavetable synth behind a generation of electronic bass and lead sounds, still sold as a Komplete staple.

Score verdict

Which should you buy?

On the Dubspot Score, u-he Diva comes out ahead (9.1). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.

Technical matrix

Specs compared

Signalu-he DivaMassive
Price$99
Dubspot Score9.18.0
FormatsVST3, AUv2 (macOS), CLAP, AAXVST3, AU, AAX
Oscillator models5 models based on classic synth hardware (Triple VCO, Dual VCO, DCO, Dual VCO Eco, Digital)
Filter models5 models based on classic synth hardware (Ladder, Cascade, Multimode, Bite, Uhbie)
PolyphonyUp to 16 voices, plus duophonic, monophonic and legato modes
Factory presetsOver 1200 factory presets
Effects2 stereo effects slots (chorus, phaser, plate reverb, delay, rotary speaker)
PlatformsmacOS, Windows and Linux (Linux is beta)
TypeWavetable synthesizer
DeveloperNative Instruments
Typical price$99
FormatsVST3, AU, AAX
RelationPredecessor to Massive X
Catalog statusCurrent as of 2026

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