It is impossible to review Waves without acknowledging their shift in business strategy. Historically, Waves used a "WUP" (Waves Update Plan) subscription model that was widely criticized. However, recently, Waves has moved toward and deep sales (often selling the full bundle for $199 or less).
While our focus is on Windows, it's worth noting that Waves plugins are designed to work seamlessly across various platforms, including macOS, ensuring that users can collaborate and work on projects regardless of their operating system.