Serato DJ Pro vs Rekordbox DJ - Which One Is Better? 

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Thanks for the info! I had been using Serato with my Pioneer DDJ-SB3 just upgraded to the DDJ-1000. Excited to start using Rekordbox thanks to seeing the features in this video

Excellent video. Very clearly explains the similarities and differences. Well done!

I started with Serato and moved to Rekordbox. The transition from Mix in Key was a bummer at first but I had a musical foundation from my K-12 days and so it took me a few days to get back into the swing of things. Now it's all I use.

The best video I've ever seen on youtube! Thanks so much! I use Serato Dj Pro and am very pleased with it , along with a Pioneer DDJ SB 2 controller, I can say I'm doing my job with him in clubs, bars and so on.

Thank you so much ! this is just the "vs." review i was looking for, very clear to understand.

This is very nice video. U have explain it very good. I have to share this video to my facebook. Good job. Keep good work

Great video thanks! Its a good first level overview on both. I was actually using Serato scratch live and dj pro for a long time now. When I do mobile gigs I use a pioneer controller so I might check out record box.

Great review!! Thanks so much!

i used both and feel more at home with rekordboxdj. good job pioneer :)

Thank you...going with Serato

Using serato for years... but I am tempted with rekordbox. Still not able to decide while I am still sticking to serato for now.

Thanks for this comparison! It’s helpful. I’m a vinyl dj, finally trying a controller (XDJ-XZ) along with my turntables and was debating Serato vs Recordbox. Gonna try Serato first and see, based on your advice...

Serato DJ. In my DJ collective, most of the crew use Serato, whereas a handful of those also use Rekordbox. I, myself, has just received a DDJ-SX3, deciding that I do want that plug-and-play and ease-of-use functionality that Serato’s been known for, but also something that my crew and other DJs I know can plug into, as it can handle two laptop users. I’m curious to give Rekordbox a try one day, but my focus right now is just on getting what we need to do our gigs and to get the job done.

I've been a Serato user since 2010. I love it and I use a wide variety of products from different brands. I think I will stick with Serato.

I’m a Serato user, Have DJay Pro as a backup, plus it’s great to have on my phone and iPad to try new ideas etc instead of pulling out my MacBook. The RANE ONE is flagship Controller & The DDJ-REV1 is my work horse…going to the majority of my gigs. The ONE is for larger bookings, ALL of my weddings etc. I pay monthly to have access to use the Rev1 and I’m open to try RekordBox

I've actually used both, first obviously was Serato Pro and then moved to Rekordbox. The move wasn't because there were problems with Serato Pro but because I bought a Pioneer DDJ-1000 controller for mobile gigs which forced the change when using it. Although, I will say that "forcing the change" was a very easy transition and one that I have no problem with. Will I ever go back to Serato DJ? Possibly, but it's not a necessity due to any flaws in Rekordbox DJ.

Good streamlined review of both platforms without personal bias or non-essential info.

it's only about habbit, every DJ knows what is best for him, or what he started to use in past... When im doing gigs with my controller, Im using Serato, cause im accustomed on it and have everything organized there, but when im going play in club, if they have CDJs im using rekordbox, working with grid, hot cues and final export on USB. (Cause i can do it only with Rekordbox)

Really apprecaite the breakdown between the two softwares

I use Traktor with Ddj t1 and xdj 1000 with djm 850 for big gigs. I considering moving to Rekordbox Dj because Ddj 1000 controler instead of my Ddj t1, and the mixer is almost the same as my djm 850.

I use Traktor, Serato, Rekordbox, and Djay Pro 2 (only for simply Spotify gigs such as tailgating event or a wedding). All of them have their pros and cons, so I wouldn't say one is an absolutely winner or better than the other one. It all depends on your style, what kind of gig you are doing, what kind of mixer effects you're after, do you want video, do you want lighting, do you want music streaming, and of course your physical HARDWARE. BTW, if you have a Pioneer DDJ-SX2 controller, it's compatible with all four of those DJ software programs.

Straight to the point pretty good video thanks

Very nice review. Ive been using serato dj for the past few years with a controller. It was great! I now tried the recordbox dvs with turntables and a pioneer xp1. For me, the files management is much better with recordbox. But with all the other features, they are just the same to me. Its ok either way. It just depends on the preference of the user.

Nice video. Currently using Rekordbox on ddj 800. Serato is good too but newer pioneer controllers cost $100+ for serato gear with less features.

I'm using Serato DJ Pro as my Denon DS1 DVS system came with a license for it. But I have used the free version of Rekordbox for exporting music to USB on my CDJ2000 over the years as well. :) good competition

Hey, just bought my first DJ Table, and didn't realize its only usable with rekordbox. However, after watching this video, I am perfectly OK with that. Thank you!

thanks for the video very informative !!!

Very good and informative video! I agree with all you said

I think im going to be going with rekordbox because it is included in the entry level ddj-rb, alot of the entry level serato controllers only come with serato lite :(

This was very helpful because I am just getting into mixing and have not purchased my first controller. I like the customization of Rekordbox but also the customer service and simplicity of Serato. I am torn! Will think about it. I will probably get Rekordbox. Thank you.

Very nice well done video, thank you!

I purchased the RANE 72 with the 2 RANE 12 s

Rekorbox since I've been using them for 2 years now and I own a DDJ-SB2.

Very useful tutorial, thanks. I had been using Serato DJ Pro but there interface DVS soundcard 'Denon DJ' is now discontinued so I'm thinking of switching to Rekordbox. I use Technics 12 10's vinyl decks as my hardware and am wondering does anybody know if its possible to record your own DJ mix from the decks with the Rekordbox software?

What controller would be a better choice of comparatively when using any software? Appreciate your input 👍 Much blessings 🙌 🎛🎤🎧👍

Going with Serato

Great info Buddy 👏

Thank you for making this video

I've been using Serato for a couple of years now and I like it. I really do like it. It's the software I learn to DJ with.. about a week and a half ago I installed rekordbox so I can prep a flash drive to take to a gig. I'm not as comfortable with rekordbox as I am with Serato but I do like all the extra customization.

This video was very helpful. Thank you thank you :) :) :)

Good break down for a start, but was disappointed to not hear the Video and Lighting integrations mentioned.

looks like Serato for me, thank you for the informative video!!!!

I've been on Traktor for years. Now I need to upgrade but don't know what to!

I am considering the DDJ Rev7 and retiring my DDJ1000 for the improved format functionality. My hesitation is solely that I use Rekordbox not Serato. I move from Serato w the 1000 Rekordbox purchase. Ugh, I like the organizing and tagging in Rekordbox and wondering should I do it or can ithe Rev be remapped to work w Rekordbox performance software?

I prefer rekordbox. Edit : because pioneer had the the only decent all in one unit with the xdj rx When I came away from vinyl amd I've always preferred pioneer mixers so using rekordbox was ideal. Now I've gone back to using vinyl and my tunes where already rekordbox analysed it made sense for me to use rekordbox dvs and get a pioneer mixer with a RB compatible sound card.

Great comparison !

I have been a serato user for about 6 years. If I were to start now I reckon I would use rekordbox. I think the fact that you library and cue points etc can be synced between a laptop and just a usb is brilliant. It's also great that it come free with many of pioneer controllers on the budget end rather that serato just having serato lite. Also i think the best feature of rekordbox is the fact that if you have a full pioneer setup of CDJs and DJM mixer linked with ethernet cables you can connect everything with a single ethernet cable (Pro DJ Link). This so much more convenient than the 3 usb cables you would need to same set up with Serato DJ.

Very helpful. Thank you

Good Video, Question 🙋🏽‍♂️ , can I use Serato with the Pioneer DDJ800 ??

Thank you, I'm just starting out & I hear serato is the best. I've been using my friends controller & downloaded rekordbox, I like it, I see no issues for what I want to do

If I could jump in with a quick add to the video. Serato DJ has that Pitch n' Time expansion pack you mentioned. However, with Rekordbox DJ it's included right out the gate. No expansion pack required.

Thank you

You’re forgetting one key point. You need to spend more money on Serato to use a keyboard to do dj functions. You don’t with Rekordbox. It’s always good to have a backup plan in case hardware fails. For Serato, you need to spend more for that freedom.

Hey man, loved the video. Where did you get that dope art print of the record players behind you? I want something similar to put above my setup.

Great video! I have question, is it possible to play on a cdj that is connected to Serato when my tracks are synced in Rekordbox? Or do I have to re-analyze all my tracks in Serato in order to play on the cdj with Serato?

Rekordbox since the release of the DDJ-1000

high value video keep pumping the info out SUBBED

Using Rekordbox and Rekorbox Dj for my hardware...when updating my hardware to Denon dj prime will use Serato Dj Pro.... both software are great...to the End it's the DJ WHO makes the difference ;-)

Im using Serato Dj Lite but will move to DJ Pro.

One thing to mention is that Rekordbox is always up and ready to handle any OS updates, while as of right now after 6 months of Big Sur release Serato still does not offer support for this OS, whereas rekordbox had the compatibility release on week after the OS was released, supporting also surprisingly M1 chips. So if you are a Mac lover and like to always keep your OS up to date, I will think twice before getting Serato.

Now you need a subscription serato is my clear favourite

Thanks for the video, What about the connection with ableton live? I like to combine it. What prog is more compatible with Ableton and live preformence.. :)

For DVS users: - Serato has more features: sticker lock, better designed disks/ functionality, longer runout groove (for stickering), plus better INT mode switching behaviour. - For Rekordbox, it works okay, but it's just a checklist item and has zero dvs-specific features. Even though it's said it 'works with any soundcard', there's no software switch to enable through mode to play vinyl mid set, if using anything other than Pioneer mixers. And even if using Pioneer's own interface, the implementation is a total afterthought.

Rekordbox actually can work with any hardware, you can midi map anything and use almost any audio interface but there is just no official support with anything non-PioneerDJ. I also think that you should have included traktor.

Serato dj + virtual dj best option!!!

Hey! I've been producing with FL studio heavy Dubstep/Tearout for about 5 years now. Looking into performing live, and completely lost where to start. Just bought a DDJ REV1 so I'm starting with Serato. Will I be able to double layer drops in the same way with Serato?

Which software have better sound quality

iam using serato dj pro and am comfortable with it

Good video 👍🏽

I’m just getting into DJing so I’m not quite sure what to go with. I feel like using serato, I’ve wanted to since I first found out about it.

Solid video man, really like your explanation of the platforms, very easy to understand :)

Are they both equally compatible with Mac and PC? Once purchased, do these softwares only work with the laptop they were first connected to? How many different laptops will either software work on?

So helpful :)

Is there one that’s easier than the other for beginners?

I own both but starting to have more fun using rekordbox but get me wrong serato is great

Thanksfor the video info. My Mac is outdated and I was considering purchasing the Pioneer djx sx2 controller for Rekordbox so I won’t have to purchase a new laptop. I researched the controller and found it isn’t compatible with serato. But I still wasn’t sure. Instead of spending $1800 for another controller, i could invest it in another Mac and use serato with various setups. Thanks DrScott

Thanks I use Serato with Turntables bought a Pioneer DDJ 400 curious about Rekordbox..

Great video, thanks. Very useful overview, especially for a beginner.

Vdj8 for me, all in one, dj music, audio streaming, video, karaoke, even light control, is the father of weddings :)

I use Serato

Serato til I die. I have a DDJ-SX2 and I love it! Serato is the shiznit. I'm going to be getting two turntables soon, so I'll upgrade to Serato DVS when that time comes. Can't wait to have the full setup. I wish Serato would incorporate some of the library tools that Rekordbox has though. I tried Rekordbox for 30 days off and on, since it works with the SX2, but I didn't like it very much....

Rekordbox now, I use to use Serato, but I bought the DDJ RZX, 3 years ago and love it. Rekordbox have came a lone way..

Any pro DJ software comparison that doesn't take "the big three" into the equation is just inadequate and short-sighted. I have no other words for it. The American reviewer doesn't seem to understand that you simply can not leave out Traktor in such a comparison because it's huge, especially in Europe and especially in the professional house and techno scene. It actually comes with unique features that are arguably more catered to house DJ's (stems, remix decks), not to mention it has the widest variety of effects built into it and offers by far the deepest interface customization options (like macros). Which means depending on what kind of DJ you are, Traktor should definitely be taken into comparison. Mind you, and I haven't even touched on Virtual DJ here, which is by far the most elaborate and innovative DJ software package of them all, although less common in the professional DJ world. Denon's Engine Prime is also making big strides nowadays, with their new XDJ-RX2 -killer hardware Prime 4 and offering compatibility with its competitors.

RB is my weapon of choice, i know how to use VDJ, RB, Djay Pro and Serato. I prefer RB.

As a beginner this helped a lot thanks. I think I'll stick to Serato until all hardware is compatible. Good work.

gonna stick with Rekordbox, though it still seems to have little glitches in functionality from time to time, but i am 100% that they will be fixed fast and with quality like Pioneer always does. it may also be related to my controller (ddj-1000), but in general the problems are small and are fixed as the software is being developed.

When I play on CDJ with Rekordbox dj i don’t need sound card,but with serato Dj i need a sound card (For exemple Rane sound card ) so I go with Rekordbox :)

Can you use a ecler nuo 4 mixer with either rekordbox are serato, am really thinking off getting one of them but dont fancy buying a new mixer

I'm a current Serato DJ Pro user, but seriously considering switching as I have a Pioneer DDJ SX controller and looking for an easy way to stream. How challenging is it to make the switch from an operational standpoint? Doe sit recognize my current libraries created via DJ Pro?

always been with traktor but now I've got the rp8000 mk2 I'm going serato dj pro

I’m a DJ software hoarder. I have VDJ8, Serato DJ Pro, Megaseg, OTSDJ, Djay, and a classic...BPM Studio

Top Man!!!

Thanks this helped a lot... I'll shout u out when I'm famous lol

I have a question out of left field. If you have a serato player like the Roland 707M and you have the pioneer XP-2, can you run Serato on the Roland unit and still access Rekordbox with the pioneer XP-2? I know it won't play on the roland unit, but will it play on the XP-2?

I’ve used Serato but every time Apple updates it’s iso it’s a Pain in the butt. I went to recordbox boom synced iTunes no problem. I really tried everything on serato to sync and nothing, seems like their software is a little sus.

Pricing, can you elaborate? A license costs more, but there are no monthly plans in order to use the software right? You're just paying for a license?

I have 2 technic 12-10's and an ecler nuo 2.0 mixer and 2x Yamaha hs8 active speakers. I want to buy a laptop and get serato I think ?, any tips or help be appreciated .thanks 😃

Being a Serato user I would like to buy a Pioneer DDJ-800 but do not know much about Rekordbox, can you tell me if Rekordbox is as easy to use as Serato and does it have as good features.