Funkwhale AlternativesMusic Streaming & Music Discovery Services like Funkwhale

Funkwhale is described as 'Open-source, self-hosted streaming platform supports Android, iOS, podcasts, uploads, sharing, no ads or tracking, federated across decentralized instances' and is a very popular Music Streaming service in the audio & music category. There are more than 50 alternatives to Funkwhale for a variety of platforms, including Android, Web-based, iPhone, Windows and Linux apps. The best Funkwhale alternative is Spotify, which is free. Other great apps like Funkwhale are AIMP, SoundCloud, Deezer and Bandcamp.

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  1. Spotify icon

    Spotify

     2804 likes

    Enjoy unlimited music and podcast streaming. Explore tracks by artist, genre, or playlist, and experience seamless transitions across all devices. Upgrade to Premium for offline access and no ad interruptions.

    264 Spotify alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • Snapcraft
    • Android Auto
    • Flathub
    • Android Wear
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • Kindle Fire
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Apple Car Play
    • Xbox
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple TV
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    Spotify vs Funkwhale Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    It is not a self-hosted service.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    1

    Spotify is a music streaming service, not a software to host a streaming service. That is the same as showing the cinema or a concert hall as an alternative to a CD player / CD shelf.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    Not selfhosted, completely separate type of service

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Spotify is Freemium and ProprietaryFunkwhale is Free and Open Source
  2. AIMP icon

    AIMP

     879 likes

    Feature-rich audio player for Windows and Android supporting diverse codecs and interfaces. Includes conversion tools, skins, plugins, and custom equalizer for enhanced audio streaming and podcast playback.

    349 AIMP alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • PortableApps.com
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    AIMP vs Funkwhale Comments
    carreter
    Negative
    0

    Funkwhale is a self-hosted streaming service. AIMP is an audio player, it can only play local files or stream from internet radio.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • AIMP is Free and ProprietaryFunkwhale is Free and Open Source
    • AIMP is CustomizableFunkwhale is not according to our users
  4. SoundCloud icon

    SoundCloud

     643 likes

    Access over 300 million tracks and podcasts on a global music streaming platform. Discover new music, curated mixes, and exclusive tracks while interacting with artists. Use fan-powered streams to financially support creators. Enjoy ad-free, offline listening with premium subscriptions like SoundCloud Go and Go+.

    162 SoundCloud alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Apple Car Play
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Wear
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  5. Deezer icon

    Deezer

     466 likes

    Experience music with Deezer streaming over 90 million tracks across various devices, from Web to mobile platforms. High-quality sound with lossless audio, offline listening, and personalized recommendations enhance your experience. Includes top labels and supports AirPlay and Chromecast for easy streaming.

    181 Deezer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple TV
    • Kindle Fire
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
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  6. Bandcamp icon

    Bandcamp

     195 likes

    Music platform with direct artist sales, global discovery, instant streaming and download of DRM-free tracks, physical merchandise, offline listening, flexible pricing, and community features for fans supporting independent creators across numerous genres.

    119 Bandcamp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  7. Pandora icon

    Pandora

     665 likes

    Pandora offers a free, ad-supported internet radio, analyzing over 400 song attributes through the Music Genome Project. Customize your listening with Pandora One for $4.99/month, featuring high-quality streaming, unlimited skips, no ads, and enhanced user interaction across desktop applications.

    188 Pandora alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple TV
    • Kindle Fire
    • Android Auto
    • Apple Car Play
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  9. Navidrome icon

    Navidrome

     50 likes

    Open source music server offering seamless self-hosting, Subsonic client compatibility, efficient handling of large libraries, multi-user profiles, device-agnostic web access, live metadata updates, theme customization, per-user transcoding, extensive audio format streaming, and remote access features.

    53 Navidrome alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Cloudron
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  10. TIDAL icon

    TIDAL

     82 likes

    Tidal is the world’s first music service with High Fidelity sound quality, High Definition music videos and Curated Editorial by music journalists, artists and experts, making for a simply superior experience.

    105 TIDAL alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • Android TV
    • Fire TV
    • Roku
    • Chromecast
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  11. Audius Music icon

    Audius Music

     52 likes

    Audius is a streaming platform built for all musicians, not just those signed to labels. Build a fanbase, share your works in progress, and then publish your completed tracks for all the world to hear. Create, grow, and monetize, all without the need to graduate off the platform...

    137 Audius Music alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  12. Qobuz icon

    Qobuz

     40 likes

    Qobuz is an online music platform offering streaming subscriptions and downloads. Qobuz offers more than 40 million titles in lossless quality (16-Bit/44.1 kHz, similar to CD quality), and possesses a large catalogue of high-resolution content (75,000 albums in 24-Bit Hi-Res).

    140 Qobuz alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • AirPlay
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  13. Playary icon

    Playary

     35 likes

    Discover, Share, and Connect: Your Gateway to Independent Music and Podcasts.

    297 Playary alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Apple TV
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