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iZotope Neutron 5

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iZotope Neutron 5

Neutron 5 is an enthusiast-tier mixing suite in VST3/AU/AAX, bundling AI-assisted EQ, compression, and exciter modules with a Mix Assistant for fast tonal balance and staging. It is aimed at producers who want quick, intelligent mix staging. The data is clear it is not a mastering tool (that is Ozone's job) and it drops VST2, so legacy VST2-only hosts are out.

Scores

Breakdown
Overall72±3

Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.

Beginner Friendliness61
Compatibility84
Confidence82
Pro Readiness70
Upgrade Path77
Value40

The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.

How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.

Specifications

SpecValueVerification
plugin formatsVST3, au, AAXSourced
plugin typebundleSourced
os supportwindows, macosSourced

3/3 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.

Verdict

Best for

  • AI-assisted mixing suite (EQ/comp/exciter modules)
  • Fast balance/tonal staging with Mix Assistant

Who should skip this

  • Mastering (use Ozone)
  • VST2-only legacy hosts (not supported)

Where to buy

List price $299

Prices are a guide and can change — confirm the current price on the retailer's site before buying.

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≈ $299list price

Prices last checked Jun 13, 2026 — retailer prices change often, so click through for the current price.

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Platform support

WindowsfullmacOSfull

Standards

Form factors & standards — interchangeable across compatible builds, not a platform lock-in.

AAX (native)Audio Units (AU) (native)VST3 (native)

Compatibility

Built around AAX, Audio Units (AU), VST3. Make sure the rest of your build uses the same platform before you buy — mismatched sockets, mounts or standards are the most common return reason. Check it in the builder →

Upgrade path

Outgrow it and the Arturia V Collection 11 Pro is the natural next step up in plugins. See it →