Overview

VirtualDJ is performance software for DJs who want audio mixing alongside video, karaoke, and broadcast tools. It suits working DJs as well as home users, but its free license is not for professional use. The breadth is a strength; the license terms make plan choice part of the buying decision.

Atomix, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Dubai, UAE, offers VirtualDJ on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS. Its desktop scope includes up to 99 decks, controller and DVS support, while dedicated mobile apps can act as remote controls over a local network.

Key features

Live stems and performance

VirtualDJ 2026 separates vocals, instruments, kicks, and hi-hats in real time, giving DJs individual track elements to shape mashups, remixes, and transitions. Support for more than 300 controllers and DVS equipment widens its fit across hardware setups. That combination is useful for performance-focused DJs, though the free license excludes professional equipment.

Audio, video, and karaoke

Alongside audio mixing, VirtualDJ handles video mixing with effects, transitions, and on-screen graphics, and supports karaoke playback. It is a stronger match for sets that include visuals or karaoke than software focused only on audio.

Broadcasting and integrations

Broadcast options include Shoutcast and Icecast radio, PC-to-PC broadcast, podcast streaming, and video broadcast to social platforms. SoundCloud and Deezer streaming support, plus Ableton Link and ReWire integrations, connect it to streaming and production workflows.

Catalogs and remote control

Subscription catalogs cover DJ audio, karaoke, and music video; cached songs can be played offline while the subscription remains active. Dedicated iOS and Android remote apps connect over a local network with or without internet. The remote app is useful as a control surface, but it is distinct from the full mixing software.

Pricing

VirtualDJ uses a freemium model, with plans shaped around equipment and use. The key dividing line is professional use: the EULA requires an active PRO license for paid or other commercial use.

Free: 0.00 USD per free. For nonprofessional use without professional equipment. It is a no-cost way to start, but not suitable for professional gear or paid work.
HOME: 4.00 USD per month, billed $4 per month. For entry-level controllers; it retains the video logo and audio drops. This is the lowest-cost paid option, but its controller restriction and output marks make it a limited fit for polished or professional use.
VDJ PRO: 19.00 USD per month, billed $19 per month and cancellable at any time. It supports any DJ controller and professional use, with clean audio and advanced AI features. This is the relevant plan for professional DJs who need unrestricted controller support.
Business: 99.00 USD per month, billed $99 per month, with 15% off if billed annually. It adds business-critical support, customization, concierge service, mobile text support, and multi-user licenses. Those services and multi-user licensing make it the fit for organizations rather than individual DJs.

Platforms

VirtualDJ supports Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS. Its dedicated iOS and Android apps are remote controls that connect locally to VirtualDJ, rather than a substitute for the full DJ setup. DVS support and a catalog of more than 300 supported controllers make the desktop offering particularly adaptable to hardware-led setups.

Who it's for

Choose VirtualDJ if your sets benefit from live stem separation, video, karaoke, broadcasting, or broad controller support. It also makes sense for beginners and home DJs who can stay within the free license’s personal, nonprofessional terms. DJs playing paid or commercial events should budget for PRO, while businesses needing multiple licenses and priority-style support have a separate Business tier.

Look elsewhere if you need a professional-use license at no cost, or if your work is strictly audio-only and the video, karaoke, and broadcast features add little to your setup.

Pros and cons

Pro: Real-time separation of four track elements supports mashups, remixes, and more controlled transitions.
Pro: Audio, video, karaoke, and several broadcast formats give it range for varied performance formats.
Pro: Controller support, DVS, and up to 99 decks suit hardware-rich and complex workflows.
Con: The free license is limited to nonprofessional use without professional equipment; commercial use requires active PRO.
Con: HOME is restricted to entry-level controllers and retains a video logo and audio drops.
Con: Business costs $99.00 USD per month, so its support and multi-user features are aimed at organizations with a corresponding need.

Alternatives

djay is another freemium option with a free download for core mixing and an optional PRO subscription for advanced features; consider it if that free-to-upgrade structure better fits your needs.
DaVinci Resolve offers a free plan and a $295.00 USD one-time Studio plan, with Ultra HD 3840 x 2160 at 60 fps on its listed free plan; choose it when that video-editing emphasis is more relevant than DJ performance tools.
DJUCED has a free Standard plan for use with a Hercules controller, including 4 decks, MIDI control, streaming, recording, Ableton Link, and Rekordbox XML import. It is a fit if that controller-specific free setup covers your needs.
rekordbox has a free plan with basic music management and DJ features, 1,000 cloud tracks with owner registration or Hardware Unlock, and one synced device. Consider it if those music-management and cloud-sync provisions suit your workflow.
KLANG:app is a free app for controlling supported KLANG immersive processors.
Mixxx is free, with the full version and no official paid or pro version; consider it if you want a free DJ application without a paid tier.
L-ISA Studio has a free plan for one seat, headphone mixing, and binaural use.
Serato DJ Pro offers a $11.99 USD per month plan and a $14.99 USD per month Suite plan; compare its subscription options if you are considering another DJ software license.

For broader comparisons, see Audio Mixing Software and DJ Software.

Verdict

VirtualDJ is a strong choice for DJs who want one performance tool for audio, video, karaoke, broadcast, and hardware integration, with unusually flexible options for stems and decks. Its best case is a working DJ who will pay for PRO, or a home user who is comfortable with the free license restrictions. Choose another tool if you need professional use without an ongoing license, or if VirtualDJ’s broader feature set is more than your audio-only workflow needs.

	STEM	VirtualDJ
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Free trial	No	No
Paid from	Free	$4/mo
Open source	No	No
Platforms	Web	Android, iOS, macOS, Windows
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Paid from	—	4 /mo
Stem separation	—	Yes

STEM vs VirtualDJ

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