Best Standalone DJ Controllers

Feb 17 2022

Updated: Apr 02 2026

By: Joshua Gill

New Standalone / All-in-One DJ Controllers from Pioneer DJ, Denon DJ and Numark - which is the best one for you?

Engine DJ, Serato DJ, Rekordbox, Virtual DJ, Algoriddim djayPRO - we give you the rundown of available DJ Software.

Which is the #1 music streaming service for DJ's? TIDAL, Beatport LINK, Beatsource LINK, SoundCloud Go+ and Dropbox integration.

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NUMARK MIXSTREAM PRO

It has a 7" multi-gesture hi-definition touchscreen, USB or SD card inputs, 6" touch-capacitive jogwheels with 'Smart Scratch' technology and FX paddles.

The internal software is Engine DJ which also covers lighting control for Phillips Hue or DMX systems such as SoundSwitch. Built-in Wi-Fi allows for music streaming via Beatport, Beatsource, Tidal and Soundcloud.

These really are an impressive unit with a feature set usually only found on more expensive units.

Check out some of the MIXSTREAM PRO features below.....

Numark Mixstream Pro Plus

Numark Mixstream Pro Plus, Standalone DJ Controller with Built-In Speakers, Amazon Music Streaming & Stems

No computer required - totally standalone!

£470.83 ~~£524.99~~

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DENON DJ PRIME SERIES

There can be no doubt that Denon DJ have really upped their game in the last few years, their Prime range are the most technologically advanced DJ systems on the market today.

The worlds first 4-deck standalone unit, The Prime 4, has a 10" HD multi-touch, multi-gesture display that does not disappoint. Dedicated zone outputs and a built-in SATA drive bay, Wi-Fi streaming, Dropbox integration....... they really have thought of everything. The Prime 4 also includes a Serato DJ Pro licence!

Like the rest of the Prime range the OS is Engine DJ which covers lighting control for Phillips Hue or DMX systems such as SoundSwitch.

The Prime 2 & Prime 4 can be used with Virtual DJ (separate paid licence required).

The Prime GO is a battery (or mains) powered standalone 2-channel unit designed for mobile DJ's. 4-hour battery life, built-in Wi-Fi for streaming, 7" HD touchscreen with gestures, hot cues, loops, aux connection for tablet/phone, 2x mic inputs a huge amount of features for such a portable system.

Check out some of the PRIME 4 features below.....

Denon DJ Prime Series

Denon DJ Prime 4+, 4 Channel Standalone DJ System with Amazon Music + Stems

The world's most advanced DJ System just got even better!

£1,665.83

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PIONEER XDJ SERIES

Pioneer DJ are at the top of the tree when it comes to DJ gear. Their standalone XDJ range currently consists of three units, the XDJ-RR a 2-channel rekordbox controller with a 7" screen it features all the usual nexus style layout colour and beat FX. Its lightweight chassis and smaller footprint make it ideal for smaller venue installations or DJ's who want portability.

The next in the range is the XDJ-RX3. If there was a hall of fame for DJ Controllers, the RX would arguably be top of the list, used by millions of Club, Bar & Mobile DJ's around the world - it features the familiar nexus club style layout synonymous with Pioneer DJ. Rekordbox and Serato (Licence included) and a 10.1" Touchscreen. Rock solid performance, the RX3 is the ideal stepping stone to a full CDJ3000 setup.

The daddy of the range is the XDJ-XZ, a 4-channel rekordbox or Serato (licence included) controller with a 7" touchscreen Pro DJ Link, dual USB inputs and a host of top level features designed to bridge the gap between an all-in-one unit and the club standar

Robust build quality and ease of use thanks to the club standard Pioneer layouts make the XDJ Series the most popular standalone controllers in the world for everyone from beginners to professionals.