Checked September 2026
BandLab Mastering is best for bandlab users who want free instant AI mastering with genre-style presets; FabFilter Pro-L 2 is best for transparent, loud mastering-grade limiting. BandLab Mastering starts at Free and FabFilter Pro-L 2 at $199 one-time.
BandLab Technologies
Free AI-powered instant mastering built into the BandLab music-making platform.
Loudness limiter with eight limiting algorithms and true peak limiting for mastering.
| BandLab Mastering | FabFilter Pro-L 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | bandlab users who want free instant AI mastering with genre-style presets | transparent, loud mastering-grade limiting |
| Starting price | Free | $199 one-time |
| Free version | Yes | No |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Formats | Web app, iOS app, Android app | VST3, AU, AAX, CLAP |
| OS | Web, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS |
| Key features | Four built-in presets: Universal, Fire, Clarity, Tape, Master up to 2 hours of audio per session for free, Cloud backup of mastered files, Batch upload and master multiple songs at once, Fully integrated into the free BandLab DAW/social platform | Eight limiting algorithms, True peak limiting with loudness metering (EBU R128, ITU-R BS.1770-4, ATSC A/85), Up to 32x linear-phase oversampling, Dolby Atmos support up to 9.1.6, External sidechain triggering |
| Developer | BandLab Technologies | FabFilter |
