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RATING
GOOD (2.3)
74 out of 100
As of 10/2026
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Alternatives to YouTube Music

We have checked 5 Music streaming providers that are an alternative to YouTube Music. YouTube Music scores 74 out of 100 points in our rating. 5 providers score higher, led by Spotify with 90 points (16 points ahead).

1
Spotify
Spotify
Well-known music streaming service with more than 100 million songs, lossless audio in the Premium plan, podcasts and audiobooks.
16 points higher in our rating
musik streaming
90 /100
Very good (1.5)
2
Apple Music
Apple Music
Premium streaming with lossless audio, spatial audio and seamless Apple integration.
14 points higher in our rating
musik streaming
88 /100
Very good (1.6)
3
Amazon Music
Amazon Music
Included with Prime, with Alexa integration and Ultra HD audio.
8 points higher in our rating
musik streaming
82 /100
Very good (1.9)
4
Tidal
Tidal
The streaming service for audiophiles, with hi-res FLAC up to 24-bit/192 kHz and Dolby Atmos in the standard plan.
8 points higher in our rating
musik streaming
82 /100
Very good (1.9)
5
Deezer
Deezer
French streaming service with HiFi and the unique SongCatcher feature.
4 points higher in our rating
musik streaming
78 /100
Good (2.1)

FAQ: alternatives to YouTube Music

What is the best alternative to YouTube Music?

Spotify – with 90 out of 100 points the highest-rated alternative and therefore 16 points ahead of YouTube Music (74). Spotify: Well-known music streaming service with more than 100 million songs, lossless audio in the Premium plan, podcasts and audiobooks.

Why look for an alternative to YouTube Music?

Our rating found these weaknesses at YouTube Music: Lowest audio quality; No desktop app; Confusing. If any of them is a deal-breaker for you, it is worth looking at the 5 alternatives on this page.

What speaks for YouTube Music?

YouTube Music scores with: Music videos integrated; Live concerts & covers; YouTube Premium bundle. That adds up to 74 out of 100 points. If this matters to you, you will hardly find anything better among the alternatives.

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