Effect / iZotope
iZotope Ozone 11
8.4Great
iZotope Ozone 11 is a mastering plugin suite, offered in Elements, Standard, and Advanced editions, with AI-assisted Master Assistant workflows.
Plugin comparison
Specs, price and the Dubspot Score, side by side — with our verdict on which effect to buy.
Independent score / workflow fit / buying signal
Contenders
Effect / iZotope
iZotope Ozone 11 is a mastering plugin suite, offered in Elements, Standard, and Advanced editions, with AI-assisted Master Assistant workflows.
FabFilter Pro-L 2 is a true peak limiter plug-in with multiple limiting algorithms and extensive loudness metering.
Score verdict
On the Dubspot Score, FabFilter Pro-L 2 comes out ahead (9.2). That said, the right pick depends on your workflow and budget — read both reviews before deciding.
Technical matrix
| Signal | iZotope Ozone 11 | FabFilter Pro-L 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $199.00 |
| Dubspot Score | 8.4 | 9.2 |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX | VST, VST3, Audio Units (AU), CLAP, AAX Native, AudioSuite |
| 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 | — |
| Limiting algorithms | — | Eight different algorithms |
| Oversampling | — | Up to 32x linear-phase |
| Loudness metering standards | — | EBU R128, ITU-R BS.1770-4, ATSC A/85 |
| True peak limiting | — | Yes |
| Surround support | — | Up to Dolby Atmos 9.1.6 |
| Dithering | — | Advanced, with three noise shaping algorithms |
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