# Socket.dj vs PrimeDJ

The clearest difference is rating: PrimeDJ at 5.0 against Socket.dj's 2.8. PrimeDJ also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 4 months). Socket.dj's advantage is ratings volume (19 vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Socket.dj sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PrimeDJ asks for nothing beyond the download.

PrimeDJ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Socket.dj has 19 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Socket.dj ships an update every 4 months, PrimeDJ every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Socket.dj | PrimeDJ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/socketdj/id1137376585/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/primedj/id6776764992/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **19** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 28.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 28 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [GO Management](https://appshunter.io/developer/725222567) | [Sandeep Sulhan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1481886267) |

## What reviewers say

### Socket.dj

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/socketdj/id1137376585)

This app allows you to stream music and music videos from Plug.dj, YouTube, and SoundCloud. Engage with music communities by voting on songs, creating playlists, and chatting with other fans. It offers an ad-free experience for unlimited listening and social interaction.

**Highlights:** Unlimited music streaming, Access YouTube and SoundCloud, Join music communities, Vote on songs, Create playlists, Chat with users, Be a room DJ

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium version | $2.99 | one-time |


### PrimeDJ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/primedj/id6776764992)

This app allows guests to request songs and send tips to DJs via their phones by scanning a QR code. DJs can manage their song queue, accept or decline requests, and collect payments directly from the application.

**Highlights:** Guest song requests via QR code, Instant tipping for DJs, No app download needed for guests, DJ queue management, Accept/decline requests, Live event control, Payment collection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Socket.dj free?

Socket.dj is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PrimeDJ free?

PrimeDJ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Socket.dj or PrimeDJ?

PrimeDJ is rated higher. Socket.dj averages 2.8 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while PrimeDJ averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Socket.dj or PrimeDJ have ads?

Neither Socket.dj nor PrimeDJ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Socket.dj or PrimeDJ?

Socket.dj ships an update every 4 months, and PrimeDJ every 6 days. Most recently, Socket.dj was updated on November 2, 2026 and PrimeDJ on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*