Slate Digital Fresh Air vs iZotope Ozone 11
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
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Which should you buy?
On the Dubspot Score, iZotope Ozone 11 comes out ahead (8.4). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Specs compared
| Slate Digital Fresh Air | iZotope Ozone 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | — |
| Dubspot Score | 8.1 | 8.4 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Type | High-end enhancer / exciter-style tool | — |
| Developer | Slate Digital | — |
| Typical price | Free (confirm current offer) | — |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | — |
| Primary job | Add air and presence | — |
| Catalog status | Current as of 2026 | — |
| Editions | — | Elements, Standard, Advanced |
| Plugin formats | — | AAX, AU, VST3 (64-bit only; VST2 not supported) |
| New modules (Advanced) | — | Clarity, Stem Focus, Transient/Sustain, Upward Compress |
| Master Assistant | — | AI-powered assistant with Assistive Vocal Balance vocal checker |
| Standard modules | — | Maximizer, Imager, Match EQ, Dynamics, EQ, Exciter, Vintage |
| Apple silicon | — | Native Apple silicon (M-series) and Intel Mac support |
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