djay vs VirtualDJ
djay
algoriddim.com
VirtualDJ
virtualdj.comSide by side
| Figure | djay | VirtualDJ |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $4.17/mo | $4/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 6 | 6 |
| Spec score · DJ Software | 9.3 (#1) | 8.7 (#4) |
| Spec score · Audio Mixing Software | 9.3 (#1) | 8.7 (#4) |
| Founded | 2006 | 1996 |
| Hardware | The PRO feature list says djay supports plug-and-play use with more than 100 MIDI controllers from several manufacturers. | VirtualDJ advertises plug-and-play support for more than 300 controllers and support for DVS equipment. |
| Headquarters | Munich, Germany | Dubai, UAE |
| macOS requirements | djay Pro for Mac requires macOS 10.15 or later. | Current macOS support covers versions 12 through 15 and macOS 26, with Apple Silicon M1-or-better and at least 8 GB RAM recommended. |
| Product | djay is DJ software for mixing music, promoted for beginners learning to mix and professional DJs. | VirtualDJ is DJ software for mixing and performing, designed for users ranging from beginners to professional DJs. |
| Rating on Google Play | 3.8 out of 5 from 223,000 reviews | 3.2 out of 5 from about 1.03K reviews for VirtualDJ Remote. |
| Streaming integrations | The app lists Spotify, Apple Music, TIDAL, SoundCloud, Beatport, and Beatsource integrations. | Official catalog integrations include Tidal, Deezer, Beatport, Beatsource, SoundCloud, iDJPool, VJ-Pro and KaraokeCloud. |
| Support | Algoriddim lists technical support at [email protected]. | The Business license includes business-critical support, personal concierge, and direct mobile text support; the site also offers a technical-support forum and support team. |
| What it does | djay is DJ software for mixing local and streaming music, performing live, and creating automated mixes. | VirtualDJ is desktop software for mixing audio, video and karaoke tracks, usable with or without DJ hardware. |
| Windows requirements | djay Pro for Windows requires Windows 10 version 21H1 or later. | Current Windows support is Windows 10 version 1709 or later and Windows 11, with Intel i5 or Ryzen 7 class hardware and at least 8 GB RAM recommended. |
Plans
djay
- djay (free download)Free
- FreeFree
- PRO monthly$6.99 a month
- PRO annual$49.99 a year
- djay for Meta QuestPrice not published
- djay PROPrice not published
VirtualDJ
- FreeFree
- Home$4 a month
- HOME$4 a month
- VDJ Pro$19 a month
- VDJ PRO$19 a month
- Business$99 a month
In their own words
VirtualDJ
VirtualDJ is DJ software for mixing and performing, for users ranging from beginners to professional DJs. Its live-stems feature separates vocals, instruments, kicks, and hi-hats in real time for mashups, remixes, and transitions. The software mixes audio and video, supports karaoke playback, and includes video effects, transitions, and on-screen graphics. It advertises plug-and-play support for more than 300 controllers and supports DVS equipment. Broadcasting options include Shoutcast and Icecast radio, PC-to-PC broadcasts, podcast streaming, and video broadcasts to social platforms. VirtualDJ also describes streaming support for SoundCloud and Deezer, plus Ableton Link and ReWire integrations. Subscription catalogs cover DJ audio, karaoke, and music videos; cached songs can be played offline while a subscription is active. Dedicated iOS and Android remote apps connect over a local network. The free license is for nonprofessional use without professional equipment. HOME costs $4 per month; VDJ PRO costs $19 per month, and Business costs $99 per month.