The standout feature. You can play a podcast in the kitchen (Sonos), the living room (HomePod), and on your computer speakers at the same time, all perfectly in sync.
Here is a review of what you can expect from the software and how the trial version works.
You can control your Mac’s music playback (volume, track skipping) directly from the receiving device. The "Free Download" Catch
Searching for a of Airfoil 5 for Mac can be a bit tricky because the software is actually a paid product. While the developer, Rogue Amoeba , provides a free trial, there isn't a "free" full version that is legally available.
After 10 minutes of streaming, Airfoil will begin to overlay loud noise (static) over the audio.
If you have a "mixed" household with different speaker brands (an old Apple TV, a new Sonos, and a Bluetooth speaker), is the only reliable way to make them work as a single unified system. However, if you only use Apple devices, macOS’s built-in AirPlay 2 features might already do enough for you for free.
To remove this, you must purchase a license key (typically around $29). Pros & Cons Incredibly easy "pick a source, pick a speaker" UI The trial limitation (static) is quite jarring Works with non-AirPlay hardware (Chromecast, Sonos) Higher price point for a single-utility tool Rock-solid sync with zero lag Requires a background "ACE" installation for audio capture Is It Worth It?