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Alternatives to Spotify
We have checked 5 Music streaming providers that are an alternative to Spotify. Spotify scores 90 out of 100 points in our rating. None of the alternatives does better – Spotify remains the strongest choice in this field.
FAQ: alternatives to Spotify
The highest-rated alternative is Apple Music with 88 out of 100 points. However, Spotify scores higher with 90 points – switching is only worthwhile if a specific detail matters to you. Apple Music: Premium streaming with lossless audio, spatial audio and seamless Apple integration.
Our rating found these weaknesses at Spotify: No hi-res above 44.1 kHz, no Dolby Atmos; Individual and Family plans more expensive than Apple Music; Artist payouts are controversial. If any of them is a deal-breaker for you, it is worth looking at the 5 alternatives on this page.
Spotify scores with: Large music and podcast library; Strong personalised recommendations; Free version. That adds up to 90 out of 100 points. If this matters to you, you will hardly find anything better among the alternatives.