iTunes AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Music Discovery Services

The best Music Discovery alternative to iTunes is Spotify, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to iTunes and many of them are Music Discovery Services so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Music Discovery Service alternatives to iTunes are Bandcamp, Apple Music, TIDAL and Qobuz.

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  1. Spotify icon

    Spotify

     2834 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.

    280 Spotify alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Snapcraft
    • Android Auto
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • Android Wear
    • Samsung Galaxy Store
    • Kindle Fire
    • Playstation
    • Fire TV
    • Apple Car Play
    • Xbox
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    Spotify vs iTunes Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Guest
    0

    Because there is good music

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    20

    Spotify is a music streaming app, while iTunes uses an offline music library.

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

    AI slop, platforms harmful material, ads everywhere, stream-only.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 12 comments
    • Spotify is Freemium and ProprietaryiTunes is Free and Proprietary
  2. Bandcamp icon

    Bandcamp

     204 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.

    130 Bandcamp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    Bandcamp screenshot 1
     
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    1
    Bandcamp vs iTunes Comments
    HenryJameson
    Negative
    0

    Bandcamp is a music library specifically for music that you obtain on Bandcamp, whereas iTunes can organize music from other soruces.

    • Bandcamp is Freemium and ProprietaryiTunes is Free and Proprietary
  4. Apple Music icon

    Apple Music

     168 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.

    150 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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    1
    Apple Music vs iTunes Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    It is an audio player for a streaming service. Not a audio player collection manager for a personal digital library stored locally.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Apple Music is Paid and ProprietaryiTunes is Free and Proprietary
  5. TIDAL icon

    TIDAL

     88 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.

    114 TIDAL alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Apple TV
    • Flathub
    • Android TV
    • Chromecast
    TIDAL screenshot 1
     
  7. Qobuz icon

    Qobuz

     51 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.

    150 Qobuz alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • AirPlay
    Qobuz screenshot 1
     
  8. TuneIn Radio icon

    TuneIn Radio

     203 likes

    Explore a world of audio with over 100,000 global stations including AM/FM radio, live sports, breaking news, and diverse podcasts. Enjoy seamless streaming on multiple devices, from mobiles to smart home systems, and access personalized recommendations, all with high-quality audio.

    237 TuneIn Radio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Kindle Fire
    • Android TV
    • Kodi
    • Apple Car Play
    TuneIn Radio screenshot 1
     
  9. Crates icon

    Crates

     23 likes

    Crates is a user-focused, next generation music app, that merges all user’s music collections into one, enables them to own their data, listen from any source and discover new music recommended by the community.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Crates screenshot 1
     
  10. 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.

    86 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
    Amazon Music screenshot 1
     
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    4
    Amazon Music vs iTunes Comments
    KevinTrumbull
    Negative
    0

    It's not a desktop application!

    Guest
    Negative
    0

    It's a web-based music streaming platform. Not a music library manager

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

    A music manager, but a poor one at that. Frequently freezes or crashes. Can only manage 40K songs. Only good if you use Amazon Music services.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 4 comments
    • Amazon Music is Freemium and ProprietaryiTunes is Free and Proprietary
  11. Yandex Music icon

    Yandex Music

     30 likes

    Over 20 million tracks. Selections made just for you or themed playlists. Building on your musical tastes, the app will custom-pick dozens of tracks. Check out new releases from your favourite artists, or discover new hits in the genres you like most.

    61 Yandex Music alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
    Yandex Music screenshot 1
     
  13. Mirlo icon

    Mirlo

     16 likes

    Mirlo provides a user-friendly space to help musicians sell music, manage subscriptions, and share with their supporters.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Mobile player
     
  14. Voltra icon

    Voltra

     7 likes

    Voltra is a minimalist music player with cloud sync, offline playback, and lossless support.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Voltra screenshot 1
     
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