DJ Mixer - DJ Music Remix

Review by eFreeware

The thing that stands out about DJ Mixer - DJ Music Remix is that it puts a full set of mixing controls on a phone or tablet rather than behind a laptop. Virtual turntables, a crossfader, EQ, effects and recording are all part of the package, which is unusual for a free download in the Music & Audio category. If you have ever wanted to try beatmatching or build a short mix without buying hardware, this is the sort of app that lowers the entry barrier.

It comes from Nuts Mobile Inc. and has been on Google Play since October 2023, with an update in August 2026 that added Android 16 support and performance improvements. The install base is large, and the average rating sits at 4.2 from more than 9,200 ratings. That combination suggests a tool people actually keep around rather than try once and delete.

The app is free to download, carries ads and offers in-app purchases. Those two facts shape how you should think about it: it is not a paid studio tool, and it is not a completely unmonetized hobby project either. What you get for the download is a mixing environment with a broad feature list, and the developer's pitch is that it works for beginners and experienced DJs alike.

Turntables, crossfader and the core mixing experience

The centerpiece is a pair of virtual turntables. You can scratch, mix and blend tracks, and the developer describes the goal as smooth transitions between songs. That is the classic DJ workflow compressed into a touchscreen: you load tracks, cue them, and move between them while keeping the beat going.

A crossfader handles the transition between the two decks, and EQ controls let you adjust audio levels and tone. In practice, this is where most of the learning happens. Beginners tend to move the crossfader too fast or leave both tracks at full volume, and having level and equalizer controls in the same view makes those mistakes easier to hear and correct.

The developer calls the interface easy to use, with intuitive controls. I would treat that as a reasonable starting point rather than a guarantee, because mixing is a skill regardless of how the controls are laid out. What matters is that the basic moves are available without digging through menus, and the app appears to offer them.

Effects, loops and the drum pad

Beyond the decks, the app includes reverb, delay, flanger and other effects, plus filters for shaping the sound. These are the tools that turn a clean blend into something with character, and having them onboard means you can add movement to a mix without any external gear.

Looping and sampling are also part of the package. You can loop a section of a song to extend a beat, or layer samples on top of what is playing. This is the part of DJing that produces remixes rather than straight transitions, and it is often what makes the hobby addictive for people who like to tinker.

A drum pad and beat maker let you build rhythms yourself. Combined with the trimmer, merger and mixer tools, the app covers more than just playback: you can cut sections of a song, join audio files together, and assemble a finished piece. That range is broader than a simple two-deck mixer, and it is the strongest argument for installing this one over a narrower alternative.

Recording, sharing and playing out loud

Real-time recording captures your set and saves it as an audio file. That is the feature that turns practice into something you can keep, send to a friend, or post. For anyone learning, being able to listen back to a mix is the fastest way to spot where transitions went wrong.

The developer also points to live performance features: you can connect the device to external speakers or headphones for a DJ setup, and use it at parties or events. Headphones are the more useful of the two for practice, since cueing the next track without the room hearing it is fundamental to mixing. Speakers matter more when you are actually playing for people.

Your music comes from your own library or from online platforms, and you can build playlists for a set. That flexibility is useful because it means the app adapts to whatever you already listen to, rather than locking you into a single catalog.

What the app asks of you

The download is free, but the app contains ads and offers in-app purchases. If you are weighing whether to install it, those are the two facts to keep in mind. The app is supported by advertising and by optional spending.

The August 2026 update added support for Android 16. Headphones or external speakers are worth having if you plan to use the live features, though the app works with the device alone for casual mixing.

There is also a time cost. Learning to beatmatch and transition smoothly takes practice, and no interface design removes that. The app provides the tools; the skill is still yours to build.

Getting the most out of a first session

If you are new to mixing, start with two tracks you know well and practice moving the crossfader slowly while keeping the volume consistent. The EQ controls are there to help you avoid a muddy sound when both tracks overlap, so use them rather than fighting the fader.

Once transitions feel less clumsy, bring in the effects. A little reverb or delay on the outgoing track can cover a rough handoff, and filters are useful for building tension before a drop. Loops are the next step: take a section you like, extend it, and layer something over the top.

The drum pad and beat maker are worth exploring even if you do not plan to perform. Building a simple rhythm teaches you how tracks are structured, which in turn makes mixing them easier. Recording each attempt and listening back is the habit that speeds up progress most.

A practical pick for phone-based mixing

DJ Mixer - DJ Music Remix covers a lot of ground for a free app: two virtual turntables, crossfader, EQ, effects, loops, samples, a drum pad, audio editing tools and real-time recording. The 4.2 average from over 9,200 ratings suggests it delivers enough of that promise to keep people using it.

The trade-offs are ads, in-app purchases, and a skill curve that no amount of polish can remove. It is not a replacement for a professional setup, and it does not claim to be. It offers a portable way to mix, record and experiment.

This suits beginners who want to learn the basics without buying gear, hobbyists who want to make mixes on a phone or tablet, and anyone curious about remixing who would rather start with a free download. If you already own hardware and want a companion tool for sketching ideas on the move, it fits that role too.

What's new in version 1.3.0

* Android 16 support * Performance improved