Comparison

UpNext DJ vs AyoDJ

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

Head to head
About

UpNext DJ

Allow event guests to request songs and vote on others' suggestions to influence the playlist. DJs can manage requests in real-time, moderate content, and export playlists. Ideal for parties, weddings, and club nights.

Highlights
  • Guest song requests
  • Voting on requests
  • Real-time queue management
  • Playlist export
  • Event moderation
  • Clean version restrictions
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UpNext DJ — Request & Vote for Live or Future Events Bring the music closer to the crowd. With UpNext DJ, guests can request their favorite songs and vote on songs other guests request! Great for weddings, homecomings, corporate gigs, or any event with a DJ. For guests: • Join easily with a code or QR scan — no account required. • Search songs instantly, request what you want, and watch the queue move. • Vote on others’ requests and influence what plays next. • Purchase additional votes to boost your favorite songs! For DJs / Hosts: • Create an event, share the code or display a QR to let guests join. • See requests in real time and moderate as needed. • Keep the energy high, the crowd engaged, and the dance-floor moving. • Export Playlist to CSV or Apple Music • Use the Mac or Windows app to manage your events • Restrict Events to Clean Versions of songs (Perfect for School Dances) Perfect for: weddings · homecomings · house parties · corporate events · bar/club nights Why it works: • No sign-ups needed for guests — instant access. • Simple UI means less time fussing, more time DJing. • Crowd participation makes every event feel customized and interactive. Download UpNext DJ today and let the guests help pick the playlist!

About

AyoDJ

Features
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Scratch, mix, and cut with precision. AyoDJ brings the authentic feel of vinyl to your iPhone with a high-performance audio engine designed for turntablists and beatmakers. KEY FEATURES: • True Vinyl Physics: Experience 1:1 touch responsiveness with realistic slipmat friction. • Weekly Music Drops: Fresh beats delivered automatically every Thursday—never run out of new music to scratch. • Minimal Pro Controls: Dual-button system, exponential crossfader. • Custom Imports: Load your own instrumentals and samples to scratch over your own beats. • Smart Library: Save your favorite weekly tracks and build your personal crate. PREMIUM ACCESS: Unlock the full potential of AyoDJ with our flexible tiers: • Monthly Premium: Get unlimited access to the entire back catalog of weekly tracks, future drops, and custom file importing. • Upload Pass: Unlock custom file importing permanently + 2 weeks of full premium access. New to AyoDJ? Your first 2 weeks include full access—start scratching today! SUBSCRIPTION & LEGAL: • Monthly Premium is an auto-renewable subscription priced at $2.99/month (prices may vary by region). • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy: https://gist.github.com/realmrhigh/0f1c8e5bcee5984bc951e023b02b9ddc Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

UpNext DJ4 screens
AyoDJ3 screens

Verdict

The call

UpNext DJ and AyoDJ are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. UpNext DJ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and AyoDJ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
UpNext DJ versus AyoDJ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUpNext DJAyoDJ
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB310 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUpNext DJ LLCSTANTON LEE HIGH

In-app purchases

1 purchases

UpNext DJ

One-time1
  • 5 Extra Votes$0.99
2 purchases

AyoDJ

Subscriptions1
  • AyoDJ Premium$2.991 Month
One-time1
  • Upload Pass$5.99

Questions

Is UpNext DJ free?
UpNext DJ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AyoDJ free?
AyoDJ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do UpNext DJ or AyoDJ have ads?
Neither UpNext DJ nor AyoDJ shows ads.

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