iTunes Alternatives for Chrome OS

iTunes is not available for Chrome OS but there are a few alternatives with similar functionality. The best Chrome OS alternative is Spotify, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to iTunes and three of them are available for Chrome OS so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Chrome OS alternatives to iTunes are Pocket Casts and Lyra Music.

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Most iTunes alternatives are Music Discovery Services, but you can also narrow the list to Music Streaming Services or Podcast Managers. Other popular filters are Linux, Open Source, Windows, Mac and Chrome OS. You can also filter for EU-based alternatives if you prefer software from the European Union.

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iTunes alternatives page was last updated Jun 2, 2026

Spotify
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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.
295 Spotify alternatives
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Good alternative?Is Spotify a good alternative to iTunes?

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Spotify vs iTunes Comments
Top Positive Comment by Guest · Sep 27, 2017
Because there is good music
Top Negative Comment by Guest · Mar 24, 2015
Spotify is a music streaming app, while iTunes uses an offline music library.
Negative comment by Guest · Apr 20, 2026
AI slop, platforms harmful material, ads everywhere, stream-only.
3 of 12 comments
Spotify is Freemium and ProprietaryiTunes is Free and Proprietary
Spotify is a Music Streaming iTunes is an Audio Player
Pocket Casts
246 likes
Podcast player supporting streaming and downloads, advanced search, cross-device 'Up Next', improved discovery, playback effects, and offline listening essentials.
141 Pocket Casts alternatives
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Open Source (MPL-2.0)
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Podcast Player
Podcast Manager
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United States
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Online
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Good alternative?Is Pocket Casts a good alternative to iTunes?

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Pocket Casts vs iTunes Comments
Negative comment by vasbinde · Jun 25, 2022
Pocket Casts is a great program, but it is purely focused on podcasts, not on audio and video player and library management. For example, it cannot rip audio CDs or play movies.
Negative comment by ccier7u87wl2pvvz7o · Nov 6, 2021
It's just a podcast player
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Pocket Casts is Freemium and Open SourceiTunes is Free and Proprietary
Pocket Casts is a Podcast Player iTunes is an Audio Player
Lyra Music
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Stream millions of tracks, create your own playlists, and vibe with a beautiful, lightning-fast interface. Your companion for every mood.
53 Lyra Music alternatives
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Music Streaming
Music Discovery
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Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Good alternative?Is Lyra Music a good alternative to iTunes?

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