Which is the BEST DJ software (for you)? 🤔

Choosing your DJ software is one of the most important things you'll do as a DJ. Today, we'll help you make that decision.

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[FlunkyUK]

I started as a vinyl DJ, but been using Traktor and Serato with controllers for a few years, recently moved to Engine OS, Denon 6000m + A&H mixer and loving it. Love standalone gear, gives me the old skool vinyl vibe and choice of mixer without the Pioneer prices, there's just something about being on stand alone gear. Also the wifi streaming is great, I often just jump on and play brand new stuff from Beatsource without any need for prep - its liberating and a lot of fun. Highly recommend.

[theonlywayisyeshua]

Virtual Dj is the best by far, been using it for years and works perfectly with my XDJ-XZ.

[TheLarryWilson]

I've tried every program, however DJay Pro AI for MAC is my software of choice. I absolutely love it.

[djmidnightwolf]

VDJ Pro has been my go to since I started. I primarily just do laptop only and it was so easy to set up. I tried Serato since it was free with my Denon MCX8000 but I didn't like my initial experience with it. Same goes with Engine. It is almost like both of them expected you to already know what you are doing. I won't give up on them though.

[qrs]

VDJ for me. Love the free updates and the mixing features

[as]

I'm in good company. I bought the lifetime Virtual DJ Pro's first incarnation in around 2003/2004 and have used it with several controllers and every incarnation of VDJ since. I've tried Traktor, Record Box, and Serato but for some reason I keep going back to VDJ. I just love it's automatic mapping, intuitive advanced features, and overall simplicity. If you want cheap, flexible, no-nonsense software with hundreds of unique features, but don't mind a bargain basement reputation then go for VDJ. I love it!

[lag]

Phil I started out with Serato and the scratch live box, after having issues I tried Virtual DJ. That’s been the best discovery ever. VDJ is way tougher than the others and I’m surprised you don’t give them props when you do product reviews since you mostly talk about controllers with 2 reoccurring software.

After using VDJ and going to other software you will realize so much how much is missed/lost. Also the reason why I had to return the prime 4, it sets me back. VDJ needs to come out with a controller like the Prime, with VDJ interface and HDMI out to connect to tv monitors.

[guser]

I've just gotten back into DJing after 15 years off it. I've settled on Traktor Pro - picked up the S4MK3 and the TT jogs are pretty good. Added some additional NI gear, looking to more production/heavily remixing sets. Also, I've zero interest in streaming services.

[showwmann]

I own Traktor SII MK2 hardware and at the moment Virtual DJ is the only option that enables me to play from my Tidal, Deezer, Soundcloud playlists. Mapping is flawless, thank you Virtual DJ until Traktor itself brings streaming services apart from Beatport/Beatsource Link.

[marcreid]

Hi Phil, great topic as usual... Here's an idea for future topics: Which software has the Beat Grid system for live drumming songs (old disco, old rock, etc.). Compare & rate the most popular ones.
Thanks & have a great day...

[FRST]

It is definitely an important decision. I have changed far too much in 20+ months, curious to see whether anything is more appropriate. I have tried most Traktor, VDJ, Serato, Rekordbox, Engine, Djuiced. As you say, the worst part is changing between them. Having started with the Hercules 300 I purchased a single licence on VDJ, then the DDJ 400 and another single VDJ licence. I tend to use VDJ more than Rekordbox, but couldn’t tell you why. Loved Traktor, but it would alway glitch in the middle of a mix.

[yovni]

35:05 What software works with Pioneer? Well, the obvious answer to that is VDJ, of course. I plugged my DJ1000 into the latest VDJ software and the first thing it asks: “Would you like to have decks 3 and 4 to work with AI stems? YES, PLEASE!! The sound quality is amazing as well. I heard someone else talk about the sound engine on VDJ being superior. For me it is.

[MasterDj_vip]

Very useful guide 👍 I started with rekordbox, it’s more easy for me to stay with it and play. Thanks 🙏 I like the videos and keep doing good work.

[Soufside_Slim]

Algorridim DJay on the iPad is a game changer...plus they let you use multiple streaming services at the same time, unlike Serato. They do need input from America Urban DJs tho.

[ChristianFusillero]

I don't have any controller, I just use my laptop, but using Virtual DJ and rekordbox are a very nice options for DJing with just your laptop, with all of the features, that you would normally use with a controller

[MrTweaksTV]

now that we're on introductions, i must say that Phil has been with me for the past 10 years ever since i started with a vestax typhoon+traktor, moved to cdj 350, 800 then finally 1000's or nexuses whenever i have a show and i don't need to bring any gear. To this day i still regard traktor as the superior software and i would much rather have a full working version of it than anything else. I can't get past (psychologically) the years and years of running into VDJ and just having it crash or refuse to analyze correctly. Funny enough, a decade later..now i've ended up working for Hercules, and boy am i amazed on how things have changed, even DJUCED is more than decent. Coming back to this channel is like coming back home.

[LiMar]

I have a licence for virtual dj, aerator, tractor and djay.Well I can say for sure that a combination of an iPad with the Reloop beatpad 2 is a game changer for me so I use this software and I have no problem at all!Greetings from Greece!

[djhomiedaklown]

Traktor scratch pro is my favourite!! I can Skratch juggle and it works !! Z2 mixer and windows or MacBook work awesome and set up wizard plugs you right in!!! And no worries 😌

[TomTom-gnmp]

I just tried Virtual DJ and I love it!
So clean, simple and well laid out.
If only Spotify integrated with it then I would be addicted but for now I have to rely on Deezer which is much harder for me to find music on. (edit: I was able to transfer my Spotify music over to Deezer for use on Virtual DJ).

[GeekLabsMusic]

Have used BPM studio in the past :) then Virtual DJ, Algoridim DJay Pro and now Traktor and Rekordbox.