CAVS is a compressed audio format used by the CAVS (Compressed Audio Video Streaming) system. It’s designed for streaming audio and video over low-bandwidth connections, providing efficient compression while maintaining good audio quality. CAVS files are commonly used in media streaming applications and services.
AIFF is an uncompressed audio format developed by Apple. It is known for its high audio quality and is commonly used in professional audio recording and editing. AIFF files retain every detail of the original sound, making them ideal for use in music production and sound engineering.