So, what is the catch? QLab Free has one single limitation: You cannot disable the "Watermark" or unlock all physical outputs.

Download the latest version of QLab from Figure 53’s official website and start building your show today. Have you tried building a show on QLab Free? Share your experience in the comments below.

If you work in theater, live events, or installation art, you’ve heard the name QLab . Developed by Figure 53, QLab is the industry standard for audio, video, and lighting playback on macOS.

If you are a student practicing cue stacks, use free. If you are a band running backing tracks through a stereo PA, use free. But the moment you plug into a multi-speaker system or project onto a large screen for a paying crowd, budget for that "Rent to Own" license. It is worth every penny to avoid the embarrassment of a watermark or a missing monitor mix.