Google Play Music Alternatives for Android

There are many alternatives to Google Play Music for Android and since it's discontinued a lot of people are looking for a replacement. The best Android alternative is Spotify, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Google Play Music and loads of them are available for Android so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Android alternatives to Google Play Music are Deezer, Funkwhale, Pandora and YouTube Music.

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Alternatives list

  1. Spotify icon

    Spotify

     2808 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.

    263 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 Google Play Music Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    25

    No cloud storage for personal music files

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Negative
    2

    No cloud storage, no ability to download the files you've paid for on the service.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    3

    better ui, more music, scaling audio (works on 2g if you're patient), repeat/repeat rewind/discover/release radar/personalized annual compilations are invaluable

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    • Spotify is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Play Music is also Freemium and Proprietary
  2. Deezer icon

    Deezer

     468 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.

    179 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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    Deezer vs Google Play Music Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    -4

    No cloud storage for personal music files

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Deezer is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Play Music is also Freemium and Proprietary
  4. Funkwhale icon

    Funkwhale

     178 likes

    Self-hosted platform for streaming, uploading, and sharing music or podcasts, browsable by artist, album, genre, or playlist. Accessible on Android, iOS, web browsers. Offers privacy-focused, ad-free experience, decentralized content sharing, and community moderation features.

    89 Funkwhale alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
    • Kodi
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  5. 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.

    198 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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    Pandora vs Google Play Music Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    3

    Does not offer storage for personal music files.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Pandora is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Play Music is also Freemium and Proprietary
  6. YouTube Music icon

    YouTube Music

     191 likes

    Experience music streaming with official releases from top artists. Get personalized recommendations and enjoy offline, ad-free listening. Available on Android, iOS, and desktop with Chromecast support and trending music updates.

    166 YouTube Music alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
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    YouTube Music vs Google Play Music Comments
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    9

    YouTube Music is the worst possible alternative. Main feature buying music is missing!

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

    this shit is not even close to google music

    Guest
    Negative
    5

    While pushed by google as a replacement for Google Play Music, it's missing a lot of basic functionality that GPM has, and is buggy/has issues with some core functionality that it does have - No dedicated offline mode, no genre category, no clear queue option, no sleep timer or crossfade, issues with autoplay, videos playing when you've disabled them, issues casting, songs disappearing from lists.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 5 comments
    • YouTube Music is Freemium and ProprietaryGoogle Play Music is also Freemium and Proprietary
  7. Apple Music icon

    Apple Music

     164 likes

    Stream over 90 million songs with personalized recommendations and a 24/7 global radio. Enjoy offline listening, exclusive content, and seamless Apple device integration. Connect with artists for updates and interaction. Access all features in over 100 countries.

    139 Apple Music alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple Car Play
    • Xbox
    Apple Music screenshot 1
     
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    Apple Music vs Google Play Music Comments
    Arutemu64
    Positive
    -4

    Perfect for GPM users since this also allows personal collection uploads

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Apple Music is Paid and ProprietaryGoogle Play Music is Freemium and Proprietary
  9. TIDAL icon

    TIDAL

     83 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.

    108 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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  10. Qobuz icon

    Qobuz

     44 likes

    Streaming and download platform for lossless and high-resolution audio, offering an extensive catalog of over 100 million tracks in CD, Hi-Res, DXD, and DSD formats, human-curated playlists, specialized editorial content, and coverage across 26 countries worldwide.

    143 Qobuz alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

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

    Playary

     35 likes

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

    302 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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  12. Musicolet icon

    Musicolet

     38 likes

    The only android music player with multiple Queues. One of the best offline music player for android with super light and unique UI Design. Has all necessary features. It is 100% Free. No Ads. No internet permission. Completely offline.

    72 Musicolet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    Multiple Play-Queues: Musicolet is the only music player in android market which supports multiple Play-Queues. Now it is possible to create/manage one Play-Queue while listening songs from another Play-Queue.
     
  13. Jango icon

    Jango

     80 likes

    Free internet radio, just like Pandora only fewer ads and more variety. Listen to hundreds of genre stations or create your own with your favorite music.

    133 Jango alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  14. Amazon Music icon

    Amazon Music

     39 likes

    Amazon's music service offers streaming and purchasing options, ad-free music and top podcast catalog for Prime. Upgrade to Unlimited for 100 million ad-free songs, offline access, audiobooks, and playlist import from other platforms. Free streaming options also available.

    81 Amazon Music alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Apple TV
    • Android Wear
    • Kindle Fire
    • Android TV
    • Apple Car Play
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