why? it sounds like he wanted something that would allow him to have access to digital music without having to burn cd's or have cdj's with usb functionality. and at same time allow him the ability to use turntables in the future. so how could serato be more suited than traktor? i would say neither is more suited than the other Because Serato for that usage is more suitable? If you are after more virtual decks, lots of effects and capabilities with pads like Maschine etc i would go for Traktor. no its not... i have used both for a few years now. and if all you need is a music crate they are both exactly the same. if you would like lots of effects and all that jazz, then yes traktor is more suited. but if you dont, then both would work perfectly fine. anyways, my opinion from what you have asked get whichever one you can get the cheapest