Why Is Radio Software Sometimes Free?

This was a question asked a few years back on a broadcasting forum by a software developer.

Why is radio playout software sometimes Free?

I know in the case of RadioDJ free radio software that the author wanted to help hobby level broadcasters get their stations online.

The software has since been adapted for use by several professional FM/AM stations too. Which is brilliant when you think about it.

I've tried all sorts of different radio music automation software.

I've been Impressed with some of them and NOT so Impressed by others.

RadioDJ comes top of my all time favourite software list.

The fact Radio DJ is FREE is a huge bonus it has a lot of features you'd find in paid for radio software.

Its great when software works as it was designed and on the whole RadioDJ performs like a STAR.

RadioDJ is fast gaining traction as the number one radio playout solution.


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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


RadioDJ is suitable for use by DJ's of all ages and abilities.

Radio DJ is an amazing piece of software that plays music seamlessly once Installed.

There will be a paid for version of RadioDJ eventually but the author has pledged to keep the free version available for those who need it.

So why is radio playout software sometimes free? Because it is!

No discussion needed on the subject!

You'd be AMAZED how jealous other software developers are towards free radio software solutions.

They're Jealous because RadioDJ blows their overpriced software offerings clean out of the water...

A wise man once said: The only people who have anything to fear from free software are those whose products are worth less