VirtualDJ

VirtualDJ is DJ software for mixing and performing, positioned for beginners, home users, and working 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. VirtualDJ advertises plug-and-play support for more than 300 controllers and supports DVS equipment. Broadcast options include Shoutcast and Icecast radio, PC-to-PC broadcasts, podcast streaming, and video broadcast to social platforms. The product 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 Android and iOS remote-control apps connect over a local network. The free license is for personal use without professional equipment. HOME costs $4 per month and is for entry-level controllers; VDJ PRO costs $19 per month, and Business costs $99 per month.

VirtualDJ combines mixing, video, karaoke, broadcasting, and controller support, with license options for different uses. Check the equipment and use limits of each license, especially if you need professional or commercial use.

VirtualDJ suits people mixing or performing, from beginners and home users to working DJs. The available license terms distinguish personal use from professional or commercial use.

VirtualDJ is performance software for mixing music and video, with tools that range from karaoke and broadcasting to real-time stem work. It suits beginners and home users as well as working DJs, but the correct license depends on both your hardware and whether the performance is commercial. Its broad feature set is compelling; the free tier is deliberately narrow.

Overview

Atomix has developed VirtualDJ since 1996 and is headquartered in Dubai, UAE. The software targets working DJs while remaining accessible to people learning to mix or performing at home. It runs on Windows and macOS, with Android and iOS apps also offered; the mobile apps include dedicated remote controls that connect over a local network with or without internet.

This is a full performance environment rather than a basic two-deck mixer. It combines audio and video mixing, karaoke playback, broadcasting, subscription content catalogs, controller support and DVS compatibility. The $0 Free plan is for personal, nonprofessional use without professional equipment, while the EULA requires an active PRO license for paid or other commercial use.

Key features

Real-time stems

VirtualDJ 2026 separates vocals, instruments, kicks and hi-hats while a track is playing. That gives mashups, remixes and transitions more control than a conventional full-track mix. Advanced AI features are listed with VDJ PRO, making that tier the more appropriate choice for demanding performance work.

Audio, video and karaoke

The software mixes audio and video in the same workspace. Video effects, transitions and on-screen graphics support visual performances, while karaoke playback covers sing-along sets without requiring a separate application. These tools matter most to entertainers and venues that need more than audio-only decks.

Hardware and deck capacity

VirtualDJ advertises plug-and-play compatibility with more than 300 controllers and support for DVS equipment. Its listed deck count is 99, a substantial ceiling for complex setups, though the plan still determines which hardware and uses are licensed.

Broadcasting and integrations

Sets can be sent to Shoutcast and Icecast radio services, broadcast from PC to PC, streamed as podcasts, or delivered as video to social platforms. SoundCloud and Deezer streaming are supported, and Ableton Link and ReWire integrations connect VirtualDJ with compatible production workflows.

Catalogs and remote control

Subscription catalogs cover DJ audio, karaoke and music video. Cached songs can be played offline while the relevant subscription remains active, which is useful for a stable performance setup but ties offline access to an active subscription. The iOS and Android remote apps provide network-based control from a mobile device.

Pricing

Free — free. This is for nonprofessional use without professional equipment. It is suitable for learning and personal mixing, not paid work or commercial events.

HOME — $4 a month. Billed at $4 per month, this entry tier supports entry-level controllers. It retains the video logo and audio drops, so it is best for casual controller users who accept those output restrictions.

VDJ PRO — $19 a month. Billed at $19 per month and cancellable at any time, it supports any DJ controller, professional use, clean audio and advanced AI features. This is the practical threshold for paid performances and serious hardware users.

Business — $99 a month. Billed at $99 per month, or with 15% off when billed annually, it adds business-critical support, customization, concierge service, mobile text support and multi-user licenses. It fits organizations and venues that need operational assistance rather than a single-DJ license.

Platforms

VirtualDJ is available on Windows and macOS. Android and iOS are supported through the listed mobile offering, including dedicated remote-control apps. The product also supports cloud library sync, alongside its local and subscription-based content workflows.

Who it's for

Choose VirtualDJ if you want one system for audio, video, karaoke and broadcasting, or if stem separation and broad controller support are central to your sets. Beginners can learn on the Free plan, while home users with entry-level hardware have a low-cost HOME route. Working DJs should budget for VDJ PRO because professional and commercial use requires it. Businesses needing multiple users and direct, business-critical assistance are the audience for Business.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Real-time separation of four stem types enables practical mashup and transition work.
• Pro: Audio, video, karaoke and broadcast tools cover varied performance formats in one application.
• Pro: Support for more than 300 controllers and DVS equipment gives hardware users considerable flexibility.
• Con: The Free license excludes professional use and professional equipment.
• Con: HOME keeps a video logo and audio drops, limiting polished output.
• Con: Offline catalog playback depends on an active content subscription.

Alternatives

For a browser-friendly freemium option, ClubDJ Pro has an Online Mixer with no video mixing or MIDI support and also offers an iOS annual subscription at $29.99 a year. djay is a fit if you want core mixing free across Android, iOS, macOS and Windows, with advanced features behind an optional PRO subscription.

rekordbox suits users who prioritize music management and cloud limits, with a free tier allowing 1,000 cloud tracks and one synced device. Cross DJ offers a free app and optional premium features on Android, iOS and macOS. edjing Mix is a mobile-focused alternative for Android and iOS. WeDJ is worth considering if a free session capped at five songs meets your needs. YouDJ spans desktop, mobile, web and Linux with a free DJ tier. Remixlive is aimed at sample-based performance, with a $9.99 a month Premium plan that includes its available and future features and a 26,000-plus sample library.

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Verdict

VirtualDJ is the strongest fit for DJs who need audio, video, karaoke, stems, broadcasting and wide hardware support in one platform. Choose VDJ PRO for professional or commercial work; choose Free or HOME only when their use and output limits fit. Look elsewhere if you need a simpler mobile mixer or cannot accept subscription-dependent catalogs and paid licensing for professional use.