Cross DJ

Overview

Cross DJ is a DJ mixing app for creating and performing sets on Android, iOS, and macOS. It is best suited to DJs who want a compact two-deck setup with stem tools, library access, and hardware connections. Its feature mix is broad for that format, but DJs who need more than two decks should look elsewhere.

Key features

The mixer pairs classic DJ EQs with real-time stem separation for isolating beats and vocals. A zoomable waveform player helps with track alignment, while hot cues and adjustable loops let DJs mark and revisit sections. The sample launcher adds samples and one-shots, and more than 30 effects give transitions room for variation. Automix can handle transitions when a hands-off flow matters more than shaping every change manually.

Cross DJ can stream from Spotify, Beatport, and SoundCloud Go+, and access music through iCloud, Dropbox, and Google Drive. Cloud library sync is useful for DJs moving among supported devices, while USB audio interfaces, external mixers, and named MIDI controllers make it more than a touch-only app. Ableton Link adds synchronization with other apps and hardware. The two-deck limit remains the central constraint: these tools help refine a mix, but do not expand the number of simultaneous decks.

Pricing

The Apple subscription works on iPhone, iPad, or Mac with the same Apple ID, but does not transfer to Android; Android subscriptions do not transfer to Apple devices. Choose with your platform in mind rather than assuming a purchase will follow you across ecosystems.

Platforms

Cross DJ is available on Android, iOS, and macOS. Support is available at [email protected]; MIXVIBES also points users to app store changelogs and Discord for updates on known issues and fixes.

Who it's for

Cross DJ fits mobile or Mac DJs who want two-deck mixing with cueing, loops, stems, effects, music-source options, and the choice to connect external equipment. Its free plan is a practical entry point, and the paid options make sense for users who know they want premium features on their chosen platform. It is a poorer fit for performers whose style depends on more than two decks or on carrying one subscription between Apple and Android.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Streaming, cloud-library access, and hardware connections give DJs several ways to bring music and equipment into a set.
• Con: Two decks cap the complexity of mixes, regardless of the app's other performance tools.
• Con: Subscriptions do not cross between Apple and Android, which complicates a multi-platform setup.

Alternatives

YouDJ is worth considering for readers who want broad platform coverage including web, Linux, and Windows; its maker identifies Erik as the solo programmer behind the app.

VirtualDJ offers a free option for nonprofessional use without professional equipment, while its HOME plan starts at $4 a month for entry-level controllers.

ClubDJ Pro is an option for readers who want an online mixer or a free trial; its Online Mixer has no video mixing or MIDI support.

djay offers a free download with core mixing features and an optional PRO subscription for advanced features.

rekordbox may suit DJs who prioritize music management and cloud syncing: its free plan supports 1,000 cloud tracks and one synced device under the stated eligibility conditions.

DJUCED is limited to macOS and Windows, but its free Standard plan supports four decks and use with a Hercules controller.

edjing Mix is another free mobile option on Android and iOS, with two decks, a crossfader, and a three-band EQ.

future.dj pro may suit home users on Mac or Windows who want a free two-deck plan, though controller support is limited to 10 minutes per session.

For a broader comparison, browse DJ Software.

Verdict

Cross DJ is a strong fit for DJs who want a free starting point, capable two-deck mixing, stem separation, and support for external equipment across mobile and Mac. Its breadth is the main reason to choose it; the two-deck ceiling and non-portable platform subscriptions are the reasons to look elsewhere.