Best Audio Mastering Software in 2026
Updated
In short: FabFilter Pro-L 2 is ranked #1 of 22 as of 4 October 2026, ahead of StudioZIO Mastering Suite and DSP-Quattro. The best-ranked option with a free plan is StudioZIO Mastering Suite. The lowest first paid tier on this page is DSP-Quattro at $49/mo.
When finished tracks are ready to move toward release, mastering software can help shape the sound and prepare deliverables. Compared on album sequencing, batch processing, delivery formats, loudness standards, stereo processing, and supported plug-in formats, the entries also make workflow type, free plans, and paid-from pricing visible for comparison. Sonoris DDP Creator, FabFilter Pro-L 2, and IK Multimedia ReSing illustrate the range of named options here, alongside tools such as Tunr and Voxengo SPAN. Consider whether your work centers on a single mix or an album, which formats you need to supply, and how your preferred process handles multiple files. Those practical requirements can guide a closer look at the listed criteria.
22 audio mastering software ranked on what their makers publish — plans and prices, free tiers, platforms and the facts on their own pages.
Recognised 40% · Phone app 26% · Documented 20% · Free plan 14% of the score
- 1 FabFilter Pro-L 2 iPhone only RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 8.3 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: EBU R128, ITU-R BS.1770-4, ATSC A/85, TR-B32
- 2 StudioZIO Mastering Suite No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.8Free Workflow type: bothLoudness standards: LUFS integrated, short-term and momentary loudness; true peak in dBTPStereo processing: Yes
- 3 DSP-Quattro No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.6$49/mo Workflow type: standaloneLoudness standards: LUFS; True PeakStereo processing: Yes
- 4 WaveLab No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.1
- 5 HOFA CD-Burn.DDP.Master No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.0 Workflow type: standaloneLoudness standards: EBU R128
- 6 TDR Limiter 6 GE No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.9 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: EBU R128; EBU-9; EBU-18; ISO 532-1 (Zwicker)Stereo processing: Yes
- 7 Sonoris DDP Creator iPhone only RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.9 Workflow type: standaloneLoudness standards: ITU-R BS.1770-2; EBU R128; -23 LUFSStereo processing: Yes
- 8 Acoustica No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.8$149/mo Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: -23 LUFSStereo processing: Yes
- 9 Softube Flow Mastering Suite No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.4 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: ITU-R BS.1770; EBU R128Stereo processing: Yes
- 10 FLUX:: Elixir No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.1 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: ITU-R BS.1770; EBU R128
- 11 Slate Digital FG-X 2 No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.0 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: ITU-R BS.1770; EBU R128Stereo processing: Yes
- 12 Newfangled Audio Elevate Mastering Bundle No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.8 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: LUFS; true peak -1.0 dBTP
- 13 Noam's Mastering Console No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.7 Workflow type: bothStereo processing: Yes
- 14 Initial Audio Master Suite No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.7 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: LUFS metering; industry-standard perceived-loudness guidanceStereo processing: Yes
- 15 LANDR Mastering Plugin No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.6 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: Low, Medium, High loudness settingsStereo processing: Yes
- 16 Acustica Audio Erin Studio No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.6 Workflow type: pluginStereo processing: Yes
- 17 Soren No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.5 Workflow type: standaloneLoudness standards: LUFSStereo processing: Yes
- 18 Signum Audio BUTE Loudness Suite 2 No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.4 Workflow type: bothLoudness standards: ITU-R BS.1770-1, ITU-R BS.1770-2, ITU-R BS.1770-3, EBU R128, ATSC A/85, Sony ASWG, Spotify, YouTube, Apple Check, Hulu, Netflix, TIDAL, AES Streaming Recommendation, US Public Radio (PRSS), Pandora
- 19 DMG Audio Limitless No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.2 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: EBU R128Stereo processing: Yes
- 20 Sonnox Oxford Limiter No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 5.2 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: -4 LUFS; ITU-R BS.1770Stereo processing: Yes
- 21 Softube Weiss DS1-MK3 No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 4.8 Workflow type: plugin
- 22 Brainworx bx_masterdesk No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 4.8 Workflow type: pluginLoudness standards: Dynamic Range targets of about 8 dB for streaming and 6 dB for loud CD releasesStereo processing: Yes
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Questions about this list
Which audio mastering software is ranked first on Samsung Mobile US Press?
FabFilter Pro-L 2 is ranked #1 of 22 with a score of 8.3. StudioZIO Mastering Suite is second and DSP-Quattro third.
How many of these have a free plan?
1 of the 22 on this page publish a free plan on their own pricing pages.
Which is the cheapest paid option?
On this page, DSP-Quattro has the lowest first paid tier we found: $49/mo.
How is this list ranked?
Ranked mobile-first: a phone app alongside the web or desktop product, a free tier and the depth of its documentation. Paid placements never change a rank.