Head-to-head · Audio Mixing Software
MixPad vs Serato DJ Pro
MixPad leads on 1 check, Serato DJ Pro on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreMixPad · 8.9/10
- Free planonly MixPad
- Free trialonly Serato DJ Pro
- Most featuresSerato DJ Pro · 1 of 4
MixPad scores higher on our rubric for audio mixing software: 8.9 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.
MixPad offers free plan; Serato DJ Pro doesn't.
MixPad is the better fit for affordable multitrack recording and mixing. Serato DJ Pro is the better fit for professional four-deck DJ mixing.
- MixPad fits best
Affordable multitrack recording and mixing
- Serato DJ Pro fits best
Professional four-deck DJ mixing
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Side by side
| Feature | MixPad 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | Serato DJ Pro 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #3 in Audio Mixing Software | #7 in Audio Mixing Software |
| Best for | Affordable multitrack recording and mixing | Professional four-deck DJ mixing |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | $11.99/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | — | 14 days |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS |
| Support | Email, Phone, Community, Docs | Email, Tickets, Docs |
| Integrations | 4 integrations | 5 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features MixPad 0/4 · Serato DJ Pro 1/4 | ||
| Surround mixing | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Stem separation | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Cloud collaboration | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Live audio input | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Maximum tracks | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS/iPadOS, Android | Not checked yet |
| Export formats | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | MixPad is multitrack recording and mixing software for musicians, podcasters, voice creators, and audio producers. It supports simultaneous recording of single or multiple tracks, unlimited audio, music, and voice track mixing, and exports… Read the review → |
Serato DJ Pro is desktop DJ software for DJs performing with computers and compatible DJ hardware. It runs on Windows and macOS, supports more than 100 pieces of DJ hardware, and combines four-deck playback with cue points, sampler slots,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
MixPad — where it wins
- Unlimited multitrack mixing and recording
- MIDI, VST/VSTi, effects, and noise reduction
- Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android coverage
Where it doesn't
- Home Edition is limited to 16 tracks
- VST support requires Master's Edition
- Advanced features may exceed simple editing needs
Serato DJ Pro — where it wins
- Four-deck playback with Stems for isolating vocals, melody, bass and drums
- 20+ built-in professional FX, recording, Smart Sync and key analysis
- Integrates with Apple Music, Beatport, SoundCloud, Spotify and Tidal
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; the free Practice Mode is limited
- DVS and video mixing are not included in the base plan
- The full expansion bundle costs more than the core software
- MixPad8.9/10 · Free plan
A flexible freemium mixer for recording, editing, and producing audio across desktop and mobile.
Visit MixPadFull verdict → - Serato DJ Pro8.5/10 · 14-day trial
A deep four-deck DJ platform with stems, effects, recording and streaming integrations.
Visit SeratoFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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