future.dj pro vs rekordbox

future.dj pro is DJ, VJ and KJ software for mixing audio, video and karaoke on macOS and Windows. It supports manual or automatic mixing, including one-click beat matching and Automix, and AIUnmixEQ separates vocals, instruments and drums in real time. Beatport and Beatsource integrate into its browser and offer offline storage for up to 1,000 tracks; Party Tyme Karaoke integration offers more than 20,000 tracks. More than 120 DJ controllers are supported out of the box, alongside MIDI/HID devices and custom mappings. Audio mixes can be recorded as MP3, WAV or AIFF; video mix recording is in beta. The media library holds up to 1 million tracks and integrates with Apple iTunes/Music. The free version is for non-commercial or home use, with two decks, limited audio effects and controller support capped at 10 minutes per session. PRO lists commercial use, eight interfaces with two or four decks, and all audio effects. Its yearly billing is $49.99.

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.