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Voice CleanerMost similar to iZotope RX in what it does, its category and its price.
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AudioShakeHas a free plan, rated 4.4 out of 5. iZotope RX has none.
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RipX DAWRated 4.2 out of 5 in our review, against 4.6 for iZotope RX.
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At a glance
Green means better than iZotope RX, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 iZotope RXBaseline | 4.6 | $99/mo | No | Professional audio repair software, Oscar and Emmy winning | |
| Voice Cleaner | 3.8−0.8 | Free | YesiZotope RX has none | One-click background noise, breath and echo removal across 20+ formats - two selectable AI models, auto-deleted within 24 hours. | vs iZotope RX |
| RipX DAW | 4.2−0.4 | $99/moSame price | No | AI digital audio workstation from Hit'n'Mix that separates a mixed song into 6+ stems, extracts individual notes so audio can be edited like MIDI, and replaces sounds inside the mix. | vs iZotope RX |
| AudioShake | 4.4−0.2 | Free | YesiZotope RX has none | Splits a song into stems, built for the music industry | vs iZotope RX |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches iZotope RX.
Voice Cleaner
3.8Free
vs iZotope RX−0.8Free plan
One-click background noise, breath and echo removal across 20+ formats - two selectable AI models, auto-deleted within 24 hours.
- One-click background noise, breath and echo removal
- Two selectable AI models (V1, V2 Alpha)
- Content-type presets: podcast, studio, voiceover, meeting
No manual audio-engineering knowledge required
Automatic cleanup can occasionally thin out natural vocal texture
RipX DAW
4.2$99/mo
vs iZotope RXSame price−0.4
AI digital audio workstation from Hit'n'Mix that separates a mixed song into 6+ stems, extracts individual notes so audio can be edited like MIDI, and replaces sounds inside the mix.
- Stem separation into six or more stems
- Note-level extraction from fully mixed audio
- Edit notes and harmonics inside the mix
21-day free trial of RipX DAW PRO
Operating system support beyond macOS was not confirmed
AudioShake
4.4Free
vs iZotope RX−0.2Free plan
Splits a song into stems, built for the music industry.
- AI-powered stem separation (vocals, drums, bass, instruments)
- Used for Dolby Atmos spatial audio remixing
- Founded by former Google executive Jessica Powell
Specialized, high-quality stem separation for professional use
Built for industry use, not a simple consumer app
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is iZotope RX free?
iZotope RX does not list a free plan. Paid plans start from $99/mo.
What is the best free alternative to iZotope RX?
AudioShake is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (4.4 out of 5). Other free options: Voice Cleaner.
What is the cheapest alternative to iZotope RX?
Among paid plans, RipX DAW has the lowest starting price (from $99/mo). If you need it free, start with AudioShake.
How did you pick these alternatives?
We match tools on what they do, their category and their price, using the details in our directory. Ratings come from our reviews and reader reviews.