SoundCloud AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Audio Players

The best Audio Player alternative to SoundCloud is Spotify, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to SoundCloud and loads of them are Audio Players so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Audio Player alternatives to SoundCloud are Bandcamp, AIMP, Deezer and Navidrome.

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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 SoundCloud Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Chip Thrasher
    1

    Both are for streaming, both have ads, playlists.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    20

    SoundCloud is largely a social network for users to share music. Spotify is not.

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

    Spotify us bad because it does a lot of user tracking, also creators get nearly 0% of the revenue. Its bad for creators and bad for users, also a lot of features require premium and the App can break on degoogled phones.

    3 of 11 comments
    • Spotify is Freemium and ProprietarySoundCloud is also Freemium and Proprietary
  2. 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.

    120 Bandcamp alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
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    Bandcamp vs SoundCloud Comments
    davyto
    Positive
    0

    The business model is friendlier to consumers and artists because it doesn't rely on subscriptions or ads. However, it's more focussed on actual releases which makes it not really a platform to post WIP material.

    Guest
    Positive
    2

    While Bandcamp is more targeted towards professional independent artists, its still a good, solid service with a lot to offer.

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

    Bandcamp is basically SoundCloud minus all the baggage. No complex "modern" interface, no ads yelling at you to give them money, just music. It is slightly more obscure, however.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Bandcamp is Freemium and ProprietarySoundCloud is also Freemium and Proprietary
  4. 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 SoundCloud Comments
    thunder987
    Negative
    3

    AIMP is a media player that you download to play music on your device, but SoundCloud is a website that lets you stream or upload music.

    • AIMP is Free and ProprietarySoundCloud is Freemium and Proprietary
    • AIMP is Lightweight, Customizable and Privacy focusedSoundCloud is not according to our users
  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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    Deezer vs SoundCloud Comments
    cowabunga
    Negative
    12

    Deezer is a music streaming website lacking any social features that SC has.

    Guest
    Negative
    12

    Deezer is a competitor to Spotify, not to SoundCloud (mainly because neither is community-based like SoundCloud is).

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

    Deezer is not a place for artists to publish their work!

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Deezer is Freemium and ProprietarySoundCloud is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Deezer is LightweightSoundCloud is not according to our users
  6. 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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  7. 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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    Audius Music vs SoundCloud Comments
    Tibbe
    3

    Audius is an amazing platform, but because Audius uses blockchain, artists can't delete their music, only hide them.

    • Audius Music is Free and Open SourceSoundCloud is Freemium and Proprietary
  9. Apple Music icon

    Apple Music

     163 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.

    135 Apple Music alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple Car Play
    • Xbox
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    Apple Music vs SoundCloud Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    2

    Apple Music does not allow you to host your own audio/music publicly.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Apple Music is Paid and ProprietarySoundCloud is Freemium and Proprietary
  10. Musify icon

    Musify

     23 likes

    Access music from YouTube by streaming or downloading, listen offline, manage custom playlists, import and export data, access lyrics, enjoy SponsorBlock, no ads, no subscriptions, cross-platform Material UI, supports 17 languages, and free usage always.

    95 Musify alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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    Musify vs SoundCloud Comments
    catwraith
    Negative
    0

    Musify is an Android app that streams music from YouTube. It does not provide any of the social features that one would expect as an alternative to SoundCloud.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Musify is Free and Open SourceSoundCloud is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Musify is Privacy focused and LightweightSoundCloud is not according to our users
  11. Playary icon

    Playary

     35 likes

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

    298 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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  13. muffon icon

    muffon

     19 likes

    Cross-platform desktop client for streaming and discovering music, combining audio, video, metadata, lyrics from multiple sources, playlists, library import, recommendations, search, radio, offline listening, equalizer, Discord integration, charts, theming, and no ads.

    67 muffon alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    Light mode
     
  14. Moosync icon

    Moosync

     21 likes

    Supports local audio and streaming from platforms like YouTube and Spotify, lets users mix providers in a playlist, offers real-time lyrics, customizable interface, theme options including dark mode, scrobbling, ad-free playback, music recommendations, and multi-platform support.

    Cost / License

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
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