iZotope Neutron 5 vs iZotope Nectar 4

iZotope Neutron 59.2Visit iZotope Nectar 47.9Visit

Higher score iZotope Neutron 5 #1 in AI Audio Mixing Software 9.2/10 10-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 4 features Visit iZotope

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iZotope Nectar 4 #2 in AI Audio Mixing Software 7.9/10 10-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 4 features Visit iZotope

• iZotope Neutron 5 fits best

  Advanced AI-assisted DAW mixing

• iZotope Nectar 4 fits best

  AI vocal production and vocal effects

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Side by side

Feature	iZotope Neutron 5 9.2/10 Visit ↗	iZotope Nectar 4 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.2	7.9
Ranking	#1 in AI Audio Mixing Software	#2 in AI Audio Mixing Software
Best for	Advanced AI-assisted DAW mixing	AI vocal production and vocal effects
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	$299 one-time	$55 one-time
Free plan	—	—
Free trial	10 days	10 days
Free trial length	10 days	10 days
Deployment	Desktop	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS	Windows, macOS
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features iZotope Neutron 5 3/4 · iZotope Nectar 4 3/4
DAW plugin	✓	✓
Stem separation	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Automatic EQ	✓	✓
Automatic dynamics	✓	✓
Specs
Spatial processing	Stereo	Stereo
Maximum track count	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Plugin formats	Vst	Vst
Our review
Pros	Mix Assistant creates a custom starting signal chain 11 plugins cover EQ, compression, masking, phase, and spectral shaping Supports Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and other major DAWs	Vocal Assistant recommends starting vocal-processing settings. Voices and Backer create vocal layers, harmonies, and background singers. Vocal Unmask helps vocals sit in the mix.
Cons	$299 one-time purchase creates a higher upfront cost Requires a compatible desktop DAW workflow No free plan; the unrestricted trial lasts 10 days	Paid product with no free plan. Focused on vocal production rather than full mixing. Auto-Level is available only in the Advanced edition.
Our verdict	iZotope Neutron 5 is a desktop audio mixing plugin suite for music producers, engineers, and creators working inside compatible digital audio workstations. It combines an AI-powered Mix Assistant with detailed tools for equalization,… Read the review →	iZotope Nectar 4 is a vocal processing plugin suite for music producers, mixing engineers, content creators, and podcasters. It combines EQ, compression, pitch correction, reverb, de-essing, delay, saturation, gate, and dimension effects… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• iZotope Neutron 5 — where it wins

  • Mix Assistant creates a custom starting signal chain
  • 11 plugins cover EQ, compression, masking, phase, and spectral shaping
  • Supports Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and other major DAWs

  Where it doesn't

  • $299 one-time purchase creates a higher upfront cost
  • Requires a compatible desktop DAW workflow
  • No free plan; the unrestricted trial lasts 10 days

• iZotope Nectar 4 — where it wins

  • Vocal Assistant recommends starting vocal-processing settings.
  • Voices and Backer create vocal layers, harmonies, and background singers.
  • Vocal Unmask helps vocals sit in the mix.

  Where it doesn't

  • Paid product with no free plan.
  • Focused on vocal production rather than full mixing.
  • Auto-Level is available only in the Advanced edition.

• iZotope Neutron 59.2/10 · 10-day trial

  A deep AI-assisted mixing suite for producers who want detailed control inside a DAW.

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• iZotope Nectar 47.9/10 · 10-day trial

  A focused vocal suite with AI assistance, harmonies, effects, and unmasking.

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