DJFY says DJs can create a free account, receive a QR code, and manage requests at no subscription cost. Transaction administrative fees of typically 10% to 20% of payouts still apply, according to djfyapp.com.

When is a DJFY guest charged?

DJFY states paid requests are charged only if the DJ accepts and plays the song within 30 minutes. DJ Request captures on accept and does not publish a 30-minute play window.

How do the published fees compare?

DJ Request publishes 15% of the accepted base request amount (not tips or boosts). DJFY publishes a typical 10% to 20% administrative fee on payouts. The bases differ, so the percentages are not a like-for-like total cost.

This page is a source-cited comparison. For DJ Request's own features, see the DJ Request app overview.

DJ Request vs DJFY

A source-cited comparison, not a ranking

DJFY publishes a free DJ account with a personal QR code, optional bidding, and tips. Fee and accept-flow statements below are from djfyapp.com, reviewed 9 September 2026.

Last reviewed September 9, 2026. Competitor details can change; confirm them on the linked official pages before you buy.

Side-by-side (published facts only)

Topic	DJ Request	DJFY
Guest access	Browser page from a QR code or link. Guests do not install an app.	DJFY: guests scan a QR code and use a web app; DJFY states no download is required. DJ Request: same pattern with an event QR or link.
Published plans	Standard Free; Pro Pass $10 per event; Max Pass $20 per month	DJFY states the app is free to use. It does not publish a $10/event or $20/month host plan comparable to DJ Request.
Paid requests	Authorize on submit, capture on accept. DJ Request charges a 15% app fee on the accepted base request amount. Tips and boosts have no DJ Request app fee. Stripe processing fees and payout timing are separate.	DJFY: guests are charged if the DJ accepts and plays the song within 30 minutes. Administrative fees on payouts are described as typically 10% to 20%. DJ Request: authorize on submit, capture on accept, 15% app fee on the accepted base amount only.
Host control	The DJ accepts or declines every request from a private dashboard.	Both products state the DJ can accept or reject requests.
Photo Wall	Pro Pass and Max Pass include a moderated Photo Wall.	DJFY's reviewed homepage highlights event photos but does not document a moderated live Photo Wall feature. DJ Request's is available on paid plans.
AI suggestions	Pro Pass and Max Pass include AI song suggestions.	DJFY's reviewed homepage does not list AI song suggestions.

Sources

Questions

Is DJFY free?: DJFY says DJs can create a free account, receive a QR code, and manage requests at no subscription cost. Transaction administrative fees of typically 10% to 20% of payouts still apply, according to djfyapp.com.
When is a DJFY guest charged?: DJFY states paid requests are charged only if the DJ accepts and plays the song within 30 minutes. DJ Request captures on accept and does not publish a 30-minute play window.
How do the published fees compare?: DJ Request publishes 15% of the accepted base request amount (not tips or boosts). DJFY publishes a typical 10% to 20% administrative fee on payouts. The bases differ, so the percentages are not a like-for-like total cost.

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