9.0Essential
Ozone 12 Advanced is iZotope's AI-assisted mastering suite with 20 modules, including Stem EQ, Bass Control, Unlimiter, and IRC 5 Maximizer.
Plugin comparison
iZotope Ozone 12 Advanced vs Youlean Loudness Meter 2
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
Independent score / workflow fit / buying signal
Contenders
The side-by-side
8.7Great
Youlean Loudness Meter 2 is a free (with Pro upgrade) LUFS loudness meter for mix and master buses, with true peak, LRA, and streaming-oriented presets.
Score verdict
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, iZotope Ozone 12 Advanced comes out ahead (9.0). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | iZotope Ozone 12 Advanced | Youlean Loudness Meter 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €549 | Free |
| Dubspot Score | 9.0 | 8.7 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Edition | Ozone 12 Advanced | — |
| Modules | 20 editable mastering modules + component plugins | — |
| New in 12 | Stem EQ, Bass Control, Unlimiter, IRC 5, Custom Assistant flow | — |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX (64-bit; VST2 discontinued) | VST, AU, AAX |
| Platforms | macOS 14.7+ / 15.7+ / 26.1+; Windows 10 22H2 / Windows 11 24H2 | macOS and Windows hosts supporting major plugin formats |
| Trial | 10-day free trial | — |
| Type | — | Loudness / true-peak meter |
| Price | — | Free (Pro paid upgrade) |
| Measurements | — | LU, LUFS, LKFS, LRA, PLR, true peak |
| Official site | — | youlean.co |
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