Experts recommend Traktor Kontrol S2 more than Pioneer DDJ-WeGO4
As of 7 Mar 2024, experts prefer Traktor Kontrol S2 over Pioneer DDJ-WeGO4, but both DJ Controllers have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Traktor Kontrol S2 received 5 recommendations: from Home DJ Studio (26 Feb 2024), Consordini (18 Oct 2021) MSpot (23 Jul 2022) and 2 others. By contrast, Pioneer DDJ-WeGO4 received only 1 recommendation from Consordini (18 Oct 2021).
Rank | Change | Price | DJ Controller | Home DJ Studio | Consordini | MSpot | LandR | Prime Sound | DJ Tech Reviews | Music Radar | Equipboard | Music Critic | Passionate DJ |
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1 | - | $339 | Traktor Kontrol S2 The Traktor Kontrol S2 DJ Controller is a well-designed and feature-rich two-channel controller suitable for beginner and professional DJs, with a club-standard layout, smooth and accurate physical controls, and compatibility with both Mac and Windows operating systems. | 5 | 1 |
7 | - | - | 3 | - | - | - | 12 |
42 | N/A | Check price | Pioneer DDJ-WeGO4 | - | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 18 Oct 2021 Consordini ranked Traktor Kontrol S2 as #1 and Pioneer DDJ-WeGO4 as #6
Rank DJ Controller Comment #1 out of 10 Traktor Kontrol S2 The best DJ controller under $500... ... ... #6 out of 10 Pioneer DDJ-WeGO4 Ideal for beginner DJing on the go... ... ... Source: consordini.com - On 26 Feb 2024 Home DJ Studio ranked Traktor Kontrol S2 as #5
Rank DJ Controller Comment ... ... ... #5 out of 5 Traktor Kontrol S2 Best For TraktorSource: homedjstudio.com - On 23 Jul 2022 MSpot ranked Traktor Kontrol S2 as #7
Rank DJ Controller ... ... #7 out of 10 Traktor Kontrol S2 ... ... Source: www.mspot.com - On 25 Sep 2023 DJ Tech Reviews ranked Traktor Kontrol S2 as #3
Rank DJ Controller Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 7 Traktor Kontrol S2 Best Budget Traktor Choice... ... ... Source: djtechreviews.com - On 31 Mar 2022 Passionate DJ ranked Traktor Kontrol S2 as #12
Rank DJ Controller Comment ... ... ... #12 out of 13 Traktor Kontrol S2 Best DJ Controllers Under $500... ... ... Source: passionatedj.com
After counting and adding up the 87 expert endorsements of the March rankings, Traktor Kontrol S2 outranks Pioneer DDJ-WeGO4. This is not to say that Pioneer DDJ-WeGO4 is a bad option. Like Traktor Kontrol S2, it is recommended by experts, but less.
Rank | Change | Price | DJ Controller | Home DJ Studio | Consordini | MSpot | LandR | Prime Sound | DJ Tech Reviews | Music Radar | Equipboard | Music Critic | Passionate DJ |
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1 | - | $339 | Traktor Kontrol S2 The Traktor Kontrol S2 DJ Controller is a well-designed and feature-rich two-channel controller suitable for beginner and professional DJs, with a club-standard layout, smooth and accurate physical controls, and compatibility with both Mac and Windows operating systems. | 5 | 1 | 7 | - | - | 3 | - | - | - | 12 |
2 | - | $299 | Pioneer DDJ-FLX4 The Pioneer DDJ-FLX4 DJ Controller is a versatile and user-friendly option suitable for both beginner and intermediate DJs, offering a wide range of effects and compatibility with various devices and software options. | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | 9 |
3 | - | Check price | Pioneer DDJ-400 The Pioneer DDJ-400 DJ Controller is a user-friendly and versatile device that is perfect for beginner to intermediate DJs who want to learn the basics of DJing and for professionals who want a streamlined and efficient workflow. | - | 2 | 4 | - | - | - | 3 | - | - | - |
4 | - | $1249 | Pioneer DJ XDJ-RR The Pioneer DJ XDJ-RR is a versatile and user-friendly DJ controller that offers a range of features to enhance your DJ performance, making it suitable for both beginners and professionals. | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | 2 | - |
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Expert reviews [9]
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 7
Highest score by Home DJ Studio | 94 |
Average score based on 9 reviews | 87 |
Lowest score by Music Radar | 80 |
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Expert reviews [9]
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 6
Highest score by djmag.com | 85 |
Average score based on 9 reviews | 75 |
Lowest score by Expert Reviews | 60 |
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- Jog mode: Classic spin-to-nudge function, as well as scratch capability
- Beat grid adjust mode: Use the jog wheel to manually adjust beat grid in TRAKTOR
- Club-standard layout with identical deck design, 2-channel mixer, and fast control of key TRAKTOR features
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- Easy to connect by simply plugging the DDJ-WeGO4 into your PC, MAC, tablet or smartphone with a USB cable or Lightning cable
- Compatible with WeDJ Pioneer's easy-to-use DJ performance app for iPad
- Free rekordbox dj license key bundled with this controller
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Traktor Kontrol S2 is a popular option in the middle of the DJ controllers price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling DJ controllers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Native Traktor Kontrol S2 Mk3 or Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 MK2 .
Traktor Kontrol S2 is $47 cheaper than the average DJ controller ($386).