Dj Software reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 285 Reddit reviews across 17 subreddits and 58 posts to rank the best Dj Software brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Beatmatch, r/DJs, r/traktorpro, r/psytranceproduction, r/AskReddit. Top-rated brands include Serato (4.0/5), Pioneer (4.4/5), Mixxx (4.2/5).
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Reviews285
Subreddits17
Posts58
Brands48
Products38
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#1
Serato
4.0
(42)
"Most DJ's use one of the main three market leaders when it comes to actual DJ software, Rekordbox, Serato, or Engine."
"Serato is industry standard. Start with Serato. It’s really dummy proof."
"Serato and Rekordbox are the top two DJ software, with Traktor coming in third."
"Serato pro is the best software but its all preference based."
"Check out Serato Pyro - it’s mind blowing. Just make a playlist and it’ll do everything else."
"There is a genius piece of software that will do exactly what you want, for free: Serato Pyro."
"Good software can be Serato Dj Pro (or Serato Dj Lite) and Rekordbox."
"You can mix songs on serato lite. Serato pro lets you have extra features but they are not necessary especially for a beginner."
"Serato Dj Lite, if you like it then upgrade to Pro"
"Serato lite worked great for me. I just went ahead and got serato pro about a month ago."
#2
Pioneer
4.4
(35)
"Flx4 and rekordbox. you won’t even have to spend $500!"
"I just upgraded to an XDJ-XZ from my DDJ-400 and sold my buddy my DDJ-400 but decided I still wanted a portable smaller deck so just got the FLX-4 as an upgrade and it’s still an incredible piece of hardware and I like it."
"This question has been asked sooo many times before. Not hating - just letting you know the answer is always FLX-4 with Rekordbox."
"Probably four CDJ-3000's and a DJM-V10 mixer. You can use these with Virtual DJ."
"I’d recommend the flx4. That’s overall the consensus by far to be the best entry level controller."
"If you will be one day working on bigger gear it will be probably run rekordbox."
"So my suggestion for you is flx6 or flx4 with rekordbox"
"The Flx4 unlocks Rekordbox's core functionalities. You don't need anything else."
"I splurged on my first deck a ddj-1000 and I absolutely love it and since it was so expensive I forced myself to learn."
"I have only used Rekordbox and I find it stable and intuitive to use! If you want to play in bars, clubs, festivals because they generally use Pioneer gear then it answers your question."
#3
Mixxx
4.2
(35)
"I’d recommend Mixxx for free, full-featured DJ software"
"Mixxx is still my fave software, whilst learning rekordbox."
"Mixxx is great. You can start with it, sure, and then you can keep using it, and keep using it some more, because it's pretty darn good and they keep upgrading it."
"I highly recommend Mixxx, especially if you're new to DJing."
"Mixxx is totally free."
"Mixxx, it's open source, and free! And awesome."
"Totally safe, just be sure to download it from the official site. Enjoy!"
"I run mixxx as my main DJ software and love it. It's free, and Open Source."
"Ubuntu Studio and MIXXX. It's free and can be used with almost any controller or controller scheme."
"Mixxx, 100% free and is a full dj software."
#4
Virtual DJ
3.8
(36)
"You can use virtualdj with a Caribbean Sea license that you can find on Youtube. It is my best recommendation."
"I've had good experiences with VirtualDJ."
"I’d take a look at VirtualDJ. There is a fully functional “free” version you can mess around with."
"I didn't have any gear and just used Virtual DJ with mouse and keyboard in the booth."
"I found Virtual DJ the best and upgraded."
"The keyboard mapping with virtual dj is excellent so you can probably get by but I'd recommend a controller."
"I can recommend you To use virtual DJ."
"VDJ is gonna hold your hand a lot for a new person BUT it’s nothing you can’t work and progress from. Especially the ease of stem separating is crazy compared to any other software"
"Virtual DJ is free for personal use, but will only work with the controller for 10 minutes at a time"
"Virtual DJ"
#5
Traktor
4.3
(31)
"Never going to anything else… stick with it!"
"Solid platform. You'll love it"
"Personally I think Traktor has the best BPM analyzation compared to Serato, Denon's Engine, Rekordbox and Virtual DJ."
"It’s MASSIVE if you want to do anything cool with midi mapping and customization."
"Traktor is king when it comes to dj software."
"Traktor is pretty great for techno."
"I use Traktor and will continue to use Traktor because of how well the software fits, and benefits, my playstyle."
"Traktor gives you the most freedom to be creative if that's what you're interested in."
"Traktor 2 is free on the Native Instruments site."
"Traktor is awesome, but you should definitely learn how to make a reckordbox USB and use CDJs if you want to actually play in the real world."
#6
Algoriddim
4.1
(18)
"Its really good and supports most controllers."
"Djay pro hands down. It’s simple yet complex and the skills can translate to rekordbox when the time comes"
"I love Algoriddim DJay and the Pro version of SO worth the $50 a YEAR."
"Djay - free app for Android or iOS and don’t anyone tell you otherwise!!"
"Djay Pro is pretty good for that"
"Djpro is how I started, now I use rekordbox."
"Djay Pro!"
"Algorithm and virtual DJ are both free and I hear good things about them..."
"Algoriddim DJAY Pro AI temporarily because it's probably the best standalone, no equipment DJ App you could try."
"Algoriddim might be good for looser formats/unquantised music."
#7
Native Instruments
4.4
(9)
"Why would you even consider anything other than Traktor???"
"Traktor pro 4 is a complete software and that controller was made for it. It’s the best choice."
"Buy it once, own it forever. It has everything you need."
"I'd recommend Traktor if you want to get into techno."
"The cheapest DJ program without a crappy subscription is Traktor Pro 3 at $99."
"Traktor is for plain djing. You get a powerful and highly customizable software."
"Most Techno producers use Traktor."
"I'd recommend a Traktor S2 or something similar."
"I use Traktor because I love the remix decks and FX engine."
#8
Ableton Live
4.4
(7)
"Maybe ableton live?"
"Ableton live?"
"Ableton Live with Serato Pitch and Time"
"I use Ableton Live. There are several tutorials on Youtube that teach you how to mix it."
"Ableton Live seems like the logical step for professional audio and live performance."
"I have a Midi controller, and I use Ableton for sampling"
"If they want to complicate their job sure get Virtual DJ and Ableton live."
#9
Rekordbox
4.3
(7)
"Most DJ's use one of the main three market leaders when it comes to actual DJ software, Rekordbox, Serato, or Engine."
"Club standard equipment (if you ever want to go pro) only ever uses rekordbox."
"Your controller is designed to work natively with Rekordbox."
"Much easier workflow for beginners!"
"Maybe Rekordbox"
"Semi serious, then Rekordbox is the software."
"I use Rekordbox (Pioneer), which you can download for free."
#10
VirtualDJ
4.1
(7)
"VirtualDJ by far is the most mature, and free if you don't need Shoutcast/Icecast broadcasting."
"Just use Virtual DJ and do a mix, no need for a controller."
"Virtualdj there is a free version on their website to check out."
"I need something with the functionality of VirtualDJ so I can play audio and .mp4 videos."
"Virtual dj would suit you just fine."
"VDJ for beginners. Traktor if you're cool."
"Virtual DJ Home is free and does exactly what you're looking for."
#11
Traktor Pro
4.8
(5)
"Traktor Pro 3/4 is the best software for house/techno focused music."
"Will be the most ideal for a variety of reasons."
"I personally like Traktor better."
"It's very good indeed, a marked improvement on 3."
"Traktor Pro is solid and would be the economical choice."
#12
Mixvibes
4.3
(4)
"I highly recommend Mixvibes Cross."
"Mixvibes Cross for sure."
"You could try Cross DJ."
"Test out the FREE one first."
#13
Ableton
3.8
(4)
"Just use Ableton to keep things simple and familiar for yourself."
"Ableton"
"I would use the cheapest simplest version of Ableton or similar DAW."
"Ableton can technically do this but you need to set up ahead of time."
#14
MixMeister
3.8
(4)
"I'm not sure what software can do automatic mixing, as far as I remember mixmeister fusion has this feature."
"I like MixMeister Fusion."
"MixMeister is good and not hard to learn."
"If you want to automate your mix for some reason try mixmeister.."
#15
DJ Event Planner
4.7
(3)
"It handles billing/contracts and event planning on the client end. It handles scheduling, avilability, and payroll on the employee side. It manages and tracks which equipment/packages are scheduled and available."
"The most complete solution I’ve found is DJ Event Planner"
"DJ Event Planner allows client access, but it’s entirely web-based. Thousands of single and multi-op DJs use it every day and it’s worth every penny."
#16
DJ Studio
4.5
(2)
"Been using DJ Studio for a while, you can knock up a mix in no time."
"DJ Studio is pretty new to the market but it sounds like it will do exactly what you need"
#17
Serato DJ
4.5
(2)
"Boom selectah, hit the rewind!"
"In Serato DJ you can mix with the keyboard and mouse."
#18
FL Studio
4.0
(2)
"I would recommend for Pc > Fruity loops > easy to use and affordable!"
"If you are a straight up beginner I recommend FL Studio, very beginner friendly"
#19
Djay Pro
4.0
(2)
"Djay Pro has exclusive rights to access Apple Music too."
"Djay Pro works great with an S3 in MIDI mode."
#20
Hercules
4.0
(2)
"Hercules -> DJUCED, that's when they perform the best"
"If you want the cheapest thing for toying around with the bear basics on MIXXX and yet have that ability, the Hercules Starlight is small but it"
#21
Engine
5.0
(1)
"Most DJ's use one of the main three market leaders when it comes to actual DJ software, Rekordbox, Serato, or Engine."
#22
Traktor S3
5.0
(1)
"As someone who bought a Traktor S3 recently, the answers in this thread make me happy :D"
#23
MediaMonkey
5.0
(1)
"Media monkey hands down, will tag and rename files and move them into directories based on your criteria like genre>album or genre<bpm<artist<first seen it doesn't matter then deletes empty folders when done"
#24
Traktor DJ
5.0
(1)
"It's a most excellent tool for testing out various track combos."
#25
Reloop Beatpad
4.0
(1)
"They are not too bad for a cheap fun controller without spending a load of money."
#26
Traktor iOS
4.0
(1)
"Not as powerful as the desktop app, but still more than enough to mix and add effects."
#27
Virtual DJ 2020
4.0
(1)
"The 2020 version has everything you need."
#28
Virtual DJ 8
4.0
(1)
"If you like Virtual DJ 8, they have a monthly subscription for $20."
#29
Mixmeister Fusion
4.0
(1)
"Mixmeister Fusion, Ableton Live"
#30
Serato Studio
4.0
(1)
"Serato studio"
#31
Traktor Pro 3
4.0
(1)
"Traktor i've always felt has the best beat grid sync detection."
#32
Reason
4.0
(1)
"Reason is an excellent program for making tracks"
#33
NCH
4.0
(1)
"I use Zulu dj software."
#34
Numark
4.0
(1)
"For the beginning: Numark Partymix Controller & VirtualDJ."
#35
Logic Pro
4.0
(1)
"Logic Pro and Ableton are all you really need to start."
#36
Party Mixer
4.0
(1)
"An app called Party Mixer, very easy to use."
#37
Denon
4.0
(1)
"I think u can try engine DJ for free, which is the Denon software"
#38
Beatport
4.0
(1)
"Free trial on Beatport advanced is quite nice for learning, since you can just stream the tracks you're learning with"
#39
Vibo
4.0
(1)
"Vibo only handles planning details, not scheduling, not new inquiries, not financial details. Just the timeline and music, but it’s sooooo intuit"
#40
Bitwig
4.0
(1)
"[BitWig](https://www.bitwig.com) is a full featured DAW."
#41
Traktor S2 MK3
4.0
(1)
"Asking Sandy Klaws aka GF for NI Traktor S2 MK3 if I don’t grab a MK2 off eBay first"
#42
Mixmeister Pro
4.0
(1)
"Mixmeister Pro"
#43
BPM Supreme
4.0
(1)
"BPMsupreme is a good first one because they have a pretty decent back catalogue of classics and it’s only like $15 for a trial month."
#44
SAM DJ
3.0
(1)
"Spacial's SAM DJ might suit your particular needs."
#45
DJUCED
3.0
(1)
"You can use DJUCED. It’s actually pretty decent."
#46
Beatport DJ
3.0
(1)
"Beatport has a DJ app you can use that simulates using a controller within your browser."
#47
Roland DJ-505
3.0
(1)
"How’s the Roland Dj 505 it’s a tone down version of the Dj 808"
#48
xwax
3.0
(1)
"Try xwax."
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