8.4Great
iZotope Insight 2 is a metering and analysis suite for loudness, spectrum, stereo field, and mix diagnostics in music and post.
Plugin comparison
Insight 2 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, 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.
Technical matrix
Specs compared
| Signal | 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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