rekordbox vs YouDJ

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.

YouDJ is DJ software designed to make DJing easier for beginners. Its two virtual turntables are paired with effects, a sampler, vinyl scratching, beat synchronization, keylock, loops, hot cues, an equalizer and MIDI control. You can play demo songs or use music from YouTube, local MP3 files, Google Drive, Dropbox and iTunes. The free plan costs nothing and includes DJ tools on mobile, desktop and the Chrome extension. YouDJ is available on Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows and the web, as well as through an extension. PRO adds MP3 mix recording on all platforms and video recording on PC/Mac; live streaming to YouTube, Twitch or RTMP-compatible services is also limited to PC/Mac. It supports any MIDI controller and includes more than 120 mappings and a mapping editor. PRO also includes eight DJ courses totaling two hours. Payments are one-time, with lifetime upgrades.