Insight 2 vs Youlean Loudness Meter 2
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, Youlean Loudness Meter 2 comes out ahead (8.7). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Specs compared
| Insight 2 | Youlean Loudness Meter 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199 | Free |
| Dubspot Score | 8.4 | 8.7 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | Metering and analysis suite | Loudness / true-peak meter |
| Developer | iZotope | — |
| Typical price | $199 | — |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST, AU, AAX |
| Primary job | Loudness, spectrum, stereo, and mix diagnostics | — |
| Catalog status | Current as of 2026 | — |
| Price | — | Free (Pro paid upgrade) |
| Measurements | — | LU, LUFS, LKFS, LRA, PLR, true peak |
| Platforms | — | macOS and Windows hosts supporting major plugin formats |
| Official site | — | youlean.co |
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