Spotify Alternatives

The best alternative to Spotify is SoundCloud, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Spotify and loads of them match your filters so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting alternatives to Spotify are Spotube, Deezer, TIDAL and YouTube Music.

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  1. Open-source, ad-free streaming app offering high-resolution audio, local file support, dark minimalist UI, animated album covers, smart recommendations, playlist tools, offline playback, podcast support, lyrics with karaoke mode, syncing, and real-time listening parties.

    59 Monochrome Music alternatives

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    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
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  2. Amazon Music icon
     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.

    98 Amazon Music alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Kindle Fire
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple TV
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  3. Android Music Streaming App suite in Material You style. Connects to Ampache, Nextcloud Music and compatible backends (Ampache API 4 and above).

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    • Since 2025

    Platforms

    • Android
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  4. Yandex Music icon
     33 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.

    69 Yandex Music alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2017

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
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  5. Apple Podcasts icon
     39 likes

    Access millions of shows spanning entertainment to news with Apple Podcasts. Enjoy streamlined listening across devices, expert curation, and exclusive content through subscriptions. Save favorites to your library, sync with iCloud, and listen offline or via CarPlay.

    138 Apple Podcasts alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2010

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Online
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Apple TV
    • Apple Car Play
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  6. Playary icon
     37 likes

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

    315 Playary alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2018

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Apple TV
    • Snapcraft
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  7. iHeart icon
     32 likes

    iHeart offers freemium access to a wide range of audio content including live radio, podcasts, music playlists, and sports updates. Available across multiple devices, it allows for playlist curation, personalized stations, trending podcasts, and has premium options such as ad-free listening and offline access.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2012

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Kindle Fire
    • Apple Watch
    • Android TV
    • Android Wear
    • Android Auto
    • US flagUnited States
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  8. Stream iconic Nintendo game music from Mario Kart, Animal Crossing, Splatoon, Zelda, Donkey Kong, Pokémon, and more. Enjoy extended playback of select tracks, offline downloads, background play, and personalized playlists for a seamless experience. Some tracks may vary by game availability.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2024

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
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  9. SONE is a native, highly customizable Linux desktop client for TIDAL. It pairs a sleek, modern UI with bit-perfect, lossless Hi-Res audio playback.

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    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Arch Linux
    • TIDAL
    • Flathub
    • Snapcraft
    • Flatpak
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  10. Musly icon
     2 likes

    Musly is a free Navidrome client and Subsonic music player with a beautiful Apple Music-inspired interface. Stream your self-hosted music library from Navidrome, Subsonic, or Airsonic servers on Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, and macOS.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Auto
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  11. Anghami icon
     6 likes

    Anghami is the first legal music streaming platform and digital distribution company in the Arab World region launched in November 2012 providing unlimited Arabic and International music to stream and download for offline mode.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2015

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Chrome OS
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android Tablet
    • Windows Phone
    • Apple Watch
    • Playstation
    • Apple TV
    • AE flagUnited Arab Emirates
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  12. Limusic icon
     4 likes

    Native desktop YouTube Music client. Tauri + Rust + SvelteKit, ad-free playback through libmpv, Last.fm scrobbling and Discord Rich Presence, no Electron.

    14 Limusic alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Since

    • Since 2026

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Linux
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