Sam Broadcaster v's RadioDJ

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SAM Broadcaster versus RadioDJ which piece of radio playout software is better?

Someone asked me to do a comparison between the 2 pieces of software.

SAM Broadcaster Pro/Studio RadioDJ
Price: $299-$699 FREE ($0.00)1
Installer: Yes Yes
Trial Period: Yes (51 Hours)10 No
Online activation: Yes No
Registration Keys: Yes No
Multiple Instances: No8 Yes
Supported OS: Windows 7/8/10 (11?)4 Windows 7/8/10/11
Built In Encoders: Yes No3
Audio Processing: Yes9 Yes
Aux players: 2 Customisable
Supported Databases: MySQL/Firebird/PostgreSQL/MSSQLMySQL/MariaDB
Stability: Users frequently report crashes Reliable and stable6
Ease of use: Can be difficult to setup & use7 Easy to install and use
Support: Via the Helpdesk Only2 Via the Community Forum
File Types: mp3/mp3PRO/OGG/Windows Media/WAV mp3/wma/ogg/flac/wav5
Restrictions: Only 1 station per licence None

Key:

1 There will be a PRO version of RadioDJ but the free version will still be available
2 Support for SAM Broadcaster can be abysmal at times users can wait days/weeks for an answer (IF THEY GET AN ANSWER AT ALL)
3 Encoding can be done via a stand alone encoding program
4 Older versions of SAM Broadcaster 2/3/4 won't work on Windows 8/10/11
5 More file types can be added from the BASS Library https://www.un4seen.com/
6 One user reported 4 years uptime from RadioDJ v1.8.2.0
7 There can be difficult PAL scripts to learn for advanced automation
8 You CANNOT run multiple instances due to restrictions in the EULA 1 licence = 1 station
9 The sound processing in SAM can be difficult to setup users often report poor and distorted audio
10 Once You have tested the Demo Spacial Audio assume you are satisfied with the software and WON'T give REFUNDS

So there you have it. I've compared the 2 pieces of software just as someone asked me to

I still come to the same conclusion everytime.

I feel SAM Broadcaster isn't worth the money Spacial Audio charge for the program

With its lack of reliability, buffering and crashing issues

The encoder BUFFERING Issue extends to over 28 pages of posts on the SAM Broadcaster Forums

All of those Users have been told its THEIR connection at fault when its the software NOT streaming reliably.

FACT: Standalone Encoding Software holds up longer than SAM Encoders

I've never seen where the VALUE FOR MONEY is in any of Spacial Audio's software.

It crashed on an install of Windows 11 only Sam Broadcaster was installed

It ran for 3 or 4 hours but in the end it always crashed

There are far too many silly and unnecessary restrictions on Spacial Audio software.

The SOFTWARE may not be used on multiple computers

You may only install and use ONE copy of the SOFTWARE PRODUCT per License

Despite Spacial Audio's claims RadioDJ is 100% FREE Once setup and working RadioDJ will work as an automation program should without anyone keeping an eye on it

RadioDJ is available for use by any DJ or any radio station anywhere in the known universe.

radio dj free radio automation music software

Reasons to Use RadioDJ:

  1. Once installed it's stable and works for days/weeks without needing to keep an eye on it
  2. Great Music library support add as many categories & subcategories you require
  3. RadioDJ doesn't require online activations or registration keys
  4. RadioDJ sounds Professional with the BASS sound engine
  5. RadioDJ is 100% FREE and has ZERO restrictions on what YOU use it for
  6. The Database is really stable. Plus RadioDJ comes with a Database Backup Tool
  7. Easy to manage Playlists, Rotations & Events for all your automation needs
  8. Great Technical Support should something go wrong with your installation via the Forums
  9. Customisable Interface with the Color Editor

How To Install RadioDJ

You can run multiple streams from the same PC alongside virtual audio cables if you so desire.

I've used RadioDJ since 2010 & it has been really reliable & stable

It has NEVER let me down when I've used it for my automation needs

When there has been an issue with RadioDJ not playing songs, It's always been a problem with the PC/Hardware

Disc drives FAILING have been the main culprit in any downtime since I first started using the software.

I've since switched to Solid State Drives and I've had no downtime in the time I've been using RadioDJ on SSD

Make the switch to RadioDJ It will make your station & stream sound PROFESSIONAL

RadioDJ doesn't have silly restrictions you are free to use it: Where you want, When you want, How you want.

EULA = End User Licence agreement.

*RadioDJ Has No Nasty Hidden Catches or Costs