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What it is

rekordbox is DJ software for managing music and preparing and performing sets. Its tools cover track analysis, library setup, gig preparation and playback, with versions for Android, iOS, macOS and Windows. Cloud Library Sync uploads tracks and playlists to Dropbox for access across devices; Cloud Analysis is described as reducing track-analysis time by up to 35%. Users can separate tracks into vocals, drums, bass and instrumental parts for playback. The mobile apps provide track-management and performance functions and support DJing on a phone or tablet. A compatible controller connects to the mobile app over USB or Bluetooth. The free plan costs nothing and includes basic music-management and DJ features, 1,000 cloud tracks under stated conditions and one synced device. Paid plans add device allowances and, for Creative and Professional, Dropbox storage. The maker lists 24/7 inquiry-form support, but not telephone support. It has also reported a PRO DJ LINK vulnerability and recommends updating rekordbox and using password-protected Wi-Fi.

Spec sheet

What it does
rekordbox manages, analyzes, edits and performs music, with USB export for compatible DJ equipment.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Purpose
rekordbox supports DJs from music analysis and setup through gig preparation and performance.Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Intended users
The Free plan is presented for people starting music management and trying DJing, while Professional is described for individuals or teams managing music.Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Integrations
The maker's partner directory lists Beatport, TuneMyMusic, DJ.Studio, PTDJA, pointblank, and FaderPro.Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Mobile apps
The iOS and Android apps provide performance and track management features and can be used to DJ on a smartphone or tablet.Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Support
Support consists of a categorized FAQ, community forum and inquiry form covering desktop, iOS and Android.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Headquarters
Yokohama, Kanagawa, JapanRead 28 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Cloud provider
Cloud Library Sync and CloudDirectPlay use Dropbox storage, with 1TB and 5TB options shown in the plans.Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Cloud storage
Professional includes 5TB Dropbox storage, while Cloud Option provides 1TB Dropbox storage.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
CloudDirectPlay
CloudDirectPlay can perform from cloud libraries on CDJ-3000X, CDJ-3000, XDJ-AZ, OMNIS-DUO and OPUS-QUAD hardware.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Company facts
LinkedIn lists AlphaTheta Corporation as privately held, founded in 2015, headquartered in Yokohama, with 201–500 employees.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Desktop requirements
Current desktop builds support Windows 10/11 and macOS Ventura 13 through Tahoe 26, require at least 8GB RAM and 2GB free disk space.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Developer extensibility
The public developer guidance documents importing playlists and metadata through a supported XML format; no public REST API or SDK is described there.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Documentation
Official downloads link to instruction, cloud sync, CloudDirectPlay, lighting, editing, video, DVS, MIDI, USB export and PRO DJ LINK guides.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Hardware
A compatible DJ controller can connect to the mobile app by USB cable or Bluetooth.Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Library management
The software supports playlists, playlist folders, collection filtering, column view, playlist search and track compatibility checking.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Licence
The EULA grants a limited, personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence and prohibits copying, reverse engineering and redistribution.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Limit: hardware dependence
Violet Recording considers rekordbox less compelling for rival hardware or users who dislike subscriptions.Read 15 Oct 2026 · violetrecording.com
Limit: interface complexity
Independent reviewers repeatedly describe the interface as cluttered, hectic or filled with tiny controls.Read 15 Oct 2026 · deejayplaza.com
Limit: mobile reliability
Google Play reviewers report beat-sync errors, random volume changes, crashes and controller connection failures after updates.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Limit: performance speed
DeeJay Plaza reports slow startup, sluggish response and comparatively slow analysis of large libraries.Read 15 Oct 2026 · deejayplaza.com
Limit: streaming restrictions
The official FAQ says streaming tracks cannot be recorded, exported to USB or loaded to connected devices through PRO DJ LINK.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Limit: subscription model
Violet Recording says subscription pricing frustrates DJs who preferred a one-time purchase.Read 15 Oct 2026 · violetrecording.com
Maker ownership
AlphaTheta Corporation states that rekordbox is one of its brands and that AlphaTheta belongs to the Noritsu Koki group.Read 15 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Mobile requirements
The mobile app lists iOS/iPadOS 17, 18 and 26, and Android 13 through 16 as compatible versions.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Performance
Performance mode supports DJ equipment control, mouse or keyboard operation, tempo, cueing, loops, effects and deck playback.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Plan restrictions
The paid plans allow installation on up to 3 computers for Core, 4 for Creative, and 8 for Professional.Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Praise: beginner workflow
An Apple reviewer praises the clean layout, straightforward importing, playlists, track analysis and cue-point preparation.Read 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Praise: club hardware integration
Violet Recording praises seamless USB preparation for club CDJs and deep compatibility with Pioneer hardware.Read 15 Oct 2026 · violetrecording.com
Praise: feature breadth
MusicRadar describes rekordbox as flexible, feature-packed and cross-platform compatible with Pioneer CDJs and digital players.Read 15 Oct 2026 · musicradar.com
Rating on Apple App Store
4.6 out of 5 from 3.4K ratingsRead 15 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on Google Play
4.4 out of 5 from 22.5K reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Rating on Trustpilot
1.8 out of 5 from 15 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
Release news
Version 7.2.8, released December 3, 2025, added four-part STEMS, duplicate-file merging and a cloud setup wizard.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Security notice
AlphaTheta reported a PRO DJ LINK vulnerability that could expose data on connected Windows or Mac computers and USB/SD cards to someone with unauthorized network access, and recommended updating rekordbox and using a secure password-protected Wi-Fi network.Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Security terms
The EULA says AlphaTheta may use uploaded content and usage data to operate, improve and customize its products, and disclaims warranties broadly.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Self-hosting
The product is distributed as AlphaTheta software and cloud services; the documentation provides no self-hosted deployment option.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
STEMS
Paid plans include STEMS-based mixing, with vocal, instrumental, bass and drum separation available in current releases.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Streaming integrations
Supported streaming services include Apple Music, Beatport Streaming, SoundCloud, Spotify and TIDAL, subject to territory.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Streaming limits
Streaming tracks cannot be recorded or exported to USB, and STEMS is unavailable for Apple Music and Spotify tracks.Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Track analysis
Cloud Analysis is described as shortening track analysis time by up to 35%.Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com

Plans and prices

Free Free $0 USD/month Basic music management · Hardware Unlock support · up to 1,000 cloud-synced tracks with owner registration or Hardware Unlock Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Free Free Basic music management and DJ features · 1,000 cloud tracks with owner registration or Hardware Unlock · 1 synced device Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Core $10 a month $10 USD/month; $120 USD/year annual payment (or $12 USD/month monthly payment) Performance mode · DJ equipment control · 3 synced devices with Cloud Option · STEMS · DVS · video · recording Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Core $12 a month $12 USD/month; or $120 USD/year 3 computers per license · Up to 3 synced devices with Cloud Option Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Creative $15 a month $15 USD/month; $180 USD/year annual payment (or $18 USD/month monthly payment) 1TB Cloud Option available · 4 synced devices · EDIT mode · AI vocal detection · STEMS · DVS · video · recording Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Creative $18 a month $18 USD/month; or $180 USD/year 4 computers per license · Up to 4 synced devices · Cloud Option includes 1TB Dropbox Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com
Professional $30 a month $30 USD/month; $360 USD/year annual payment (or $36 USD/month monthly payment) 5TB Dropbox · 8 synced devices · AI vocal detection · cloud analysis · STEMS · DVS · video · recording Read 15 Oct 2026 · rekordbox.com
Professional $36 a month $36 USD/month; or $360 USD/year 8 computers per license · Up to 8 synced devices · Includes 5TB Dropbox Read 30 Sep 2026 · rekordbox.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Works on Android, iOS, macOS and Windows
  • Separates tracks into four playback parts
  • Cloud Library Sync supports tracks and playlists
  • Free plan includes basic DJ features
  • Mobile app supports compatible DJ controllers

Limits

  • Free plan limits synced devices to one
  • Telephone inquiries are not accepted
  • Paid plans have computer-installation limits

Who it suits

The free plan is presented for people starting with music management or trying DJing. DJs managing music across devices may consider the paid plans, which specify computer and synced-device limits.

Verdict

rekordbox combines music organization, analysis, preparation and performance features, including mobile DJing and cloud syncing. Check the device limits and the reported PRO DJ LINK security notice when choosing a plan and setup.

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