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	rekordbox	Free plan + paid	No	Windows, macOS, iOS +1	5 of 5	66.5
2	Mixxx	Open source	Yes	Windows, macOS, Linux	4 of 4	59.6

1. rekordboxTop pick
Best for: DJs who play on club Pioneer DJ / AlphaTheta players and need to prepare USB exports
Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, iOS, Android
66.5
score / 100
Why switch from Serato DJ Pro
The go-to if you'll mostly play on club Pioneer DJ players and want USB exports.
Pros
The standard way to prepare USB libraries for club CDJs
Free plan covers library management and basic DJing
Cloud library sync between computer and mobile
Unlocked by many Pioneer DJ controllers
Cons
Performance features need a subscription unless your hardware unlocks them
Several overlapping plans and add-ons are hard to compare
Best support is for AlphaTheta's own hardware
Visit rekordbox Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.3100
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 rekordbox a good Serato DJ Pro alternative?
Verified facts
5 of 5 verified
Free plan
Yes
Checked Oct 29, 2026rekordbox.com(opens source in a new tab)
Starting price
$10 USD/month (Core, billed yearly)
Checked Oct 29, 2026rekordbox.com(opens source in a new tab)
Platforms
Windows and Mac
Checked Oct 29, 2026rekordbox.com(opens source in a new tab)
Cloud library sync
Yes
Checked Oct 29, 2026rekordbox.com(opens source in a new tab)
Distributor
AlphaTheta Corporation
Checked Oct 29, 2026rekordbox.com(opens source in a new tab)
2. Mixxx
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)