Steinberg HALion 7 vs Komplete 26
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which sampler to buy.
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Steinberg HALion 7 comes out ahead (8.3). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Specs compared
| Steinberg HALion 7 | Komplete 26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €349 | $149 upgrade / $1,949 Collector's |
| Dubspot Score | 8.3 | 6.8 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | Sampler / synth workstation | Production bundle |
| Version | HALion 7 | — |
| Developer | Steinberg | — |
| Headline | — | Absynth 6 returns |
| Tiers | — | Standard / Ultimate / Collector's Edition |
| Released | — | 2026 |
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