Serato DJ Pro alternatives: 2 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 1, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Serato DJ Pro: DVS, video and advanced effects cost extra unless you buy the Suite, and no Linux version. We ranked 2 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Serato DJ Pro, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. rekordbox currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Mixxx	Open source	Yes	Windows, macOS, Linux	4 of 4	59.6

1. MixxxTop pick
Best for: Beginner and hobby DJs, and anyone on Linux, who want full DJ software without paying
Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux
59.6
score / 100
Why switch from Serato DJ Pro
Free and open source with timecode vinyl support, a no-cost route for DVS on Linux too.
Pros
Full program free, with no paid tier or locked features
Runs on Linux as well as Windows and Mac
Programmable mappings for any MIDI or HID controller
Timecode vinyl control included
Cons
Fewer streaming-service integrations than commercial DJ apps
Community controller mappings vary in quality
Cannot export to club CDJ USB format like rekordbox
Visit Mixxx Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.377
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Mixxx a good Serato DJ Pro alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Open source
Yes
Checked Nov 1, 2026mixxx.org(opens source in a new tab)
Paid edition
None
Checked Nov 1, 2026mixxx.org(opens source in a new tab)
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Checked Nov 1, 2026mixxx.org(opens source in a new tab)
Vinyl control
Yes
Checked Nov 1, 2026mixxx.org(opens source in a new tab)

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