Comparison

REP DJ vs MixBuddy

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

Head to head
About

REP DJ

Features
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Turn your music library into a professional DJ setup with REP DJ. Designed for DJs who demand precision and control, REP DJ brings CDJ-style functionality to your iPhone. PROFESSIONAL DJ CONTROLS • CDJ-inspired interface with tactile controls • CUE point system for precise track positioning • Play lock to prevent accidental taps during performance • Visual feedback for all gestures and actions INTUITIVE GESTURES • Swipe left/right to navigate between tracks • Tap CUE to set or jump to CUE points • Hold CUE to preview from CUE point • Swipe CUE up to start from CUE point • Swipe CUE down to clear CUE point • Swipe Play button to lock/unlock QUEUE MANAGEMENT • Drag and drop to reorder tracks • Swipe to remove tracks from queue • Track history for easy backtracking • Focus button to center on current track • Visual separation of played, current, and upcoming tracks PLAYBACK FEATURES • Crossfade between tracks (local files) • Auto-play next track • Real-time progress bar with time display • Remaining time warning in last 30 seconds • Seamless integration with Apple Music SMART LIBRARY ACCESS • Browse playlists, artists, albums, and songs • Powerful search across your entire library • Add tracks or entire playlists to queue • "Play Next" for priority queueing • Optimized loading for large libraries DESIGNED FOR PERFORMANCE • Dark theme optimized for club environments • Large, touch-friendly controls • Minimal UI distractions during playback • Smooth animations and responsive gestures • Battery-efficient playback PERFECT FOR • Mobile DJs and performers • House parties and events • Practice and mixing sessions • Music enthusiasts who love control • Anyone who wants more than just shuffle GETTING STARTED REP DJ includes an interactive tutorial that guides you through all features and gestures. Access help anytime from settings to refresh your knowledge. REQUIREMENTS • iOS 17.0 or later • Apple Music subscription (for streaming) • Local music files (for crossfade feature) REP DJ puts professional DJ controls in your pocket. Whether you're performing at a party or just want precise control over your music, REP DJ delivers the tools you need. Download now and start mixing like a pro.

About

MixBuddy

Features
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MixBuddy is a personal AI assistant for working DJs. Have it listening while your music plays and it follows along — naming every track, reading its BPM and key, and remembering the transitions that actually worked. Every DJ knows the feeling: you nail a perfect blend between two tracks, the floor goes off, and a few weeks later you can't remember what you played. MixBuddy quietly captures those moments so you never lose them again. WHILE YOU PLAY • Identifies the track that's playing and shows its artwork, BPM, and key • Detects when you mix into the next track and saves the transition automatically • One big tap to save a blend you love — no fiddly controls to hit • Works anywhere: it simply listens to the music playing around you, so there's nothing to set up KNOW WHAT COMES NEXT • Suggestions for what mixes well after the current track — by harmonic key, tempo, and energy • Recommendations grow smarter from the transitions you save • A dedicated Suggestion tab so you're never stuck on the next selection YOUR SETS, REMEMBERED • Every saved transition kept with its tracks, BPM, key, and a short audio clip of the blend • Sets organized automatically, ready to tag with the night, venue, and city • Build a searchable library of your best mixes over time BUILT FOR THE BOOTH • Dark, glanceable interface designed for low-light performance • Huge live controls — nothing precise to hit mid-set • An Apple Watch companion for at-a-glance status on your wrist • MixBuddy uses the built-in mic; for better sound quality add an audio device (iRig or similar) PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Local-first: your mixes live on your device and a set never depends on a connection • Optional sign-in to sync across your devices Matched tracks link out to Apple Music so you can find and add them. Put your phone down, play your set, and let MixBuddy remember the magic.

Screenshots

REP DJ3 screens
MixBuddy3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: REP DJ at every 2 days against MixBuddy's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

REP DJ ships an update every 2 days, MixBuddy every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
REP DJ versus MixBuddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterREP DJMixBuddy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJens BeckerPlapp

In-app purchases

None

REP DJ

No in-app purchases

None

MixBuddy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is REP DJ free?
REP DJ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MixBuddy free?
MixBuddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do REP DJ or MixBuddy have ads?
Neither REP DJ nor MixBuddy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, REP DJ or MixBuddy?
REP DJ ships an update every 2 days, and MixBuddy every 3 weeks. Most recently, REP DJ was updated on October 11, 2026 and MixBuddy on October 13, 2026.

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