Pioneer XDJ-RX3 vs Numark Mixstream Pro Go

Buy the Pioneer XDJ-RX3 if you want club-standard feel and sound: its layout, screen and audio path come from the CDJ-3000 and DJM-900NXS2, and owners rate it 5 out of 5. Buy the Numark Mixstream Pro Go if you need to play anywhere without cables: it runs on a built-in battery, has onboard speakers, Wi-Fi streaming and weighs 3.7 kg against 9.3 kg. The RX3 wins on build, jog feel and audio quality; the Mixstream wins on portability and streaming access.

• Choose the Pioneer XDJ-RX3 if you play in a fixed setup, want club-style controls and the cleanest sound, and can live with a 9.3 kg unit that needs mains power.
• Choose the Numark Mixstream Pro Go if you practice or perform in different places, want battery power, built-in speakers and Wi-Fi streaming, and prefer a light plastic body.