Comparison

Baby Scratch vs iDJ2GO

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Baby Scratch

This application allows users to perform DJ scratching on their iPhone using a built-in sampler. You can record and share your scratch sessions, utilize classic DJ samples, and experiment with various DJ tools.

Highlights
  • Built-in sampler
  • Record and share sessions
  • Flare Scratch engine
  • Battle record with samples
  • Beat loops
  • Level fader
  • Transformer button
Features
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Be part of the scratch revolution! Introducing Baby Scratch: the first and best iPhone DJ Turntable with a built in sampler! Scratch your own voice! Annoy your friends! Features: • sampler (if you hear something, scratch something!) • session recordings that you can share • the Flare Scratch engine • battle record with classic DJ samples • 3 built-in beat loops • level fader • transformer button

About

iDJ2GO

Create professional-sounding DJ mixes using your iTunes music library. This app provides a realistic two-turntable setup, crossfader, and beat-matching sync control. Share your mixes instantly on social media.

Highlights
  • Mix iTunes music library
  • Two-turntable DJ setup
  • Scratch and mix
  • Crossfader
  • Push-button Sync control
  • Pitch controls and EQs
  • Social media sharing
Features
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About the iDJ 2 GO App Designed for use with the iDJ 2 GO controller, ION’s iDJ 2 GO app allows you to create incredible mixes with your iTunes music library. The iDJ 2 GO app has everything you need to DJ with your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch.*All the DJ controls you need are laid out on your device’s touch screen, including two turntables so you can scratch and mix for real. Get an even more realistic DJ experience by combining the iDJ 2 GO app with ION’s iDJ 2 GO controller — you’ll be DJing like a pro in no time!
 DJ with all the music from your iTunes Library* Scratch and mix with an authentic two-turntable DJ setup and crossfader Share your mixes instantly on Facebook, Twitter and more Push-button Sync control automatically matches beats Pitch controls and three-band EQs on each deck Interactive tutorial for beginners Works best with the iDJ 2 GO controller (sold separately) *Not compatible withiPhone 3G and older iDJ 2 GO controller sold separately. Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook Inc. Twitter is a registered trademark of Twitter Inc. 

About the iDJ 2 GO Controller
Mix, scratch and perform like a real DJ. The iDJ 2 GO controller is laid out to carefully recreate the two-decks-and-a-mixer setup that professional DJs prefer. It gives you complete control over the iDJ 2 GO app, allowing you to mix, scratch and perform like a pro using two scratch wheels, a crossfader, and bright, backlit buttons. Connect your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch using the built-in 30-pin connector and everything you need to mix is right in front of you.** **iDJ 2 GO controller not compatible with iPod touch 1st or 2nd generation or iPhone 3G or older.

Screenshots

Baby Scratch2 screens
iDJ2GO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Baby Scratch at 4.3 against iDJ2GO's 3.6. Baby Scratch also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 11 months) and review sentiment (74% vs 58%). iDJ2GO's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Baby Scratch sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. iDJ2GO asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Baby Scratch holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 159 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of Baby Scratch's written reviews are positive against 58% of iDJ2GO's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Baby Scratch ships an update every 3 months, iDJ2GO every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Baby Scratch versus iDJ2GO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBaby ScratchiDJ2GO
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (55 ratings) — better3.6 (159 ratings)
Positive reviews73.8% of reviews — better58.3% of reviews
Number of ratings55159 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 months — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.06.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAsyncION Audio

Customer experience

Baby Scratch

All ratings55 ratings
Positive83.6%
Neutral1.8%
Negative14.5%
Written reviews321 reviews
Positive73.8%
Neutral8.1%
Negative18.1%

iDJ2GO

All ratings159 ratings
Positive63.5%
Neutral5.7%
Negative30.8%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive58.3%
Neutral4.3%
Negative37.4%

User reviews

Baby Scratch

From 55 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Responsive scratching
  • 👍 Realistic turntable feel
  • 💡 Ability to record and scratch own voice/samples
  • 🎉 Fun and entertaining

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes on newer devices
  • 🔒 Cannot use own music library
  • 📏 Small screen size issues
  • 🔇 Limited sound samples

iDJ2GO

From 159 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great for parties
  • 🎨 Allows for music mixing
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💡 Helpful tutorial

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🔒 Requires paid version to unlock features
  • 💰 Hidden costs
  • ⚠️ Compatibility issues

Bugs and requests

Baby Scratch

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Crashes on iOS 10 and newer
  • Freezes on launch on iPhone 6s and newer
  • Requires headphones to function on some devices

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to use own music library
  • Pitch control and speed adjustment
  • Crossfader functionality
  • Expanded sound sample library
  • Save/export recorded scratches
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  • iPad/larger screen support

iDJ2GO

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Cannot load songs from iCloud
  • Sync issues with iTunes library
  • Frequent crashes when switching songs

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add ability to record and save mixes
  • Integrate with more music services
  • Improve stability and performance
  • Provide more customization options

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Baby Scratch

One-time10
  • 808/Electro Crate$0.99
  • Dusty Crate$0.99
  • 8 Bit Crate$0.99
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  • Head Nodders Crate$0.99
  • Buba Breaks$0.99
  • Tweaky Breaks$0.99
  • Cartridge Breaks$0.99
  • Rap and Trap Crate$0.99
  • Battle Records #1$1.99
  • Export recordings and ringtones$1.99
None

iDJ2GO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Baby Scratch free?
Baby Scratch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iDJ2GO free?
iDJ2GO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Baby Scratch or iDJ2GO?
Baby Scratch is rated higher. Baby Scratch averages 4.3 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while iDJ2GO averages 3.6 from 159 ratings.
Do Baby Scratch or iDJ2GO have ads?
Neither Baby Scratch nor iDJ2GO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Baby Scratch or iDJ2GO?
Baby Scratch ships an update every 3 months, and iDJ2GO every 11 months. Most recently, Baby Scratch was updated on October 14, 2026 and iDJ2GO on September 30, 2026.

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