djay
8.1#1 in dj softwareFrom $49.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows
Visitdjay vs VirtualDJ
What both publish
| Fact | djay | VirtualDJ |
|---|---|---|
| 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. |
djay plans
- djay (free download)Free
- FreeFree
- PRO monthly$6.99 a month
- PRO annual$49.99 a year
- djay for Meta Quest—
- djay PRO—
VirtualDJ plans
- FreeFree
- Home$4 a month
- VDJ Pro$19 a month
- Business$99 a month
Pick djay if…
djay suits people learning to mix as well as professional DJs who want mixing tools across desktop and mobile platforms. Its free download offers core mixing, while PRO is relevant to users seeking its advanced tools, device linking, or listed controller support.
Pick VirtualDJ if…
VirtualDJ suits beginners, home users, and working DJs looking for mixing, video, karaoke, or broadcast tools. Commercial users need an active PRO license under the EULA.