Best DJ Software 2024 - Serato, Rekordbox, Traktor, Djay Pro, VirtualDJ, Engine DJ?

So what is the best DJ software in 2024? In this live lesson, we look at six of the most popular options to help you decide which one is right for you..

⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
0:00 Intro
2:11 Why this choice matters
4:17 What DJ software actually does
7:37 Serato DJ Pro
11:06 Rekordbox
14:15 Traktor Pro
16:46 VirtualDJ
18:26 djay Pro
20:27 Engine DJ
24:52 Summary
26:02 DJ community chat
33:37 Our advice for DJs

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⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
0:00 Intro
2:11 Why this choice matters
4:17 What DJ software actually does
7:37 Serato DJ Pro
11:06 Rekordbox
14:15 Traktor Pro
16:46 VirtualDJ
18:26 djay Pro
20:27 Engine DJ
24:52 Summary
26:02 DJ community chat
33:37 Our advice for DJs

[d.n.]

VDJ is the best. Best browsing experience, best stem function, best compatibility with any gear, most modification options, no crashes. Only the time stretching algorhythm sounds better on rekordbox.

[djtravismcguire]

I have been using Engine DJ for a year now and I don't understand why people hate on it so much. Most people I see bellyaching about Engine, when diving deeper, is usually user error. It's not perfect, but it works as it should. I have had a great experience with Engine.

[munkifrog]

i agree, it's not the equipment that makes you a great dj, it's the ability to fill a dancefloor and have fun doing it

[DJDRFUNKJUICE]

Great Tuesday Phil. Can't wait for your 2nd book to come out soon. I been using Virtual DJ since 2009 - presents with the free version just a key bored and a mouse and few music I rip from CD and more. Since then, it was so much I learn from getting my music order back then and what I pick up after was mind blowing. Buy the full version since then I am very happy with-it big time. Keep up the great work. Stay blessed Phil.

[thomaswalber]

Thank you, Phil. I'm team djay pro solely because of the fluid beat grid. I love mixing old, handmade disco tracks with new, modern electronic music. With djay's beat grid, compensating for tempo fluctuations is not a problem at all. For me stems work fine.

[alanmwr]

I started as 13 years beginner with Virtual, now I’m happy with Djay pro 🙂🙂

[KollVossFam]

Thank you I need to hear this more often.

[DjJeff]

I started with VDJ 20 years ago. I’m with Serato since I change my controller in 2020 and Serato Pro comes with. I have also Djay Pro 5 on my Mac and my iPad for the auto mix. It’s the best auto mix for cocktail and dinner playlist. Serato has the worst auto mix. I switch with Serato for the dance night. Great video!

[kevintolson]

Awesome and informative, thanks Phil!

[prinsiwo]

Thank you! Been out of the loop with the software/hardware and this helps me get back on track!

[patrickmautjane]

watching from south africa i really go for virtual dj it never let me down

[realdjvillanova]

I moved from Pioneer to Denon (Engine DJ) and I must say, it was the right move

[GuyHarwood]

Glad you pointed out the issues with slow Traktor development. It's painful, frustrating and a growing concern. The roadmap is really underwhelming.

[DJVarMar]

Thank you for the breakdown. I'm still with Traktor, and it's great for what I do. I know that life overall is uncertain, but Traktor has us on uncertainty level 9. Native Instruments overall is great.

[ericbrandolini]

They all have their advantages, that's why I love Lexicon! Yes it's another step but it opens up the possibility to play on any piece of gear

[cosmicpuma]

Great to see you talk positively about Engine Dj and its features...I've been through, Traktor, Serato, Rekordbox and am now on SC6000's and 1850's Engine Dj and loving it... One thing I find interesting is all the issues are always discussed about other software, but things like the effects issues with Rekordbox are never discussed... the pioneer label seems to allow consumers to sweep all its problems under the carpet. I'm not dissing Rekordbox it's great, but it's amazing how it seems to be flawless in all conversations. Great show again Phil. Thanks.

[Muzik]

YOU GUY'S ARE THE BEST DOWN Cheers 🔥

[Skaratak]

Only with the combination of Engine + SoundSwitch I could bring my whole LED mask project to live. Also, very kind team/staff I‘m constantly exchanging with. Anyway, great video, Phil!

[UniversoulGroove]

I have been with Traktor for many years. The sound quality is by far better. The effects although not built in are i feel much better and precise. I feel if Traktor can eventually get stems on the fly and better beat grid for those funk tracks it will be back on top.