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Audiomack alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Audiomack: smaller mainstream catalogue, and no lossless audio. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Audiomack, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. SoundCloud currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Spotify logoSpotifyFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +25 of 562.6
  1. Spotify logo

    1. SpotifyTop pick

    Best for: Most listeners who want a huge catalogue, great recommendations and apps on every device

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Audiomack

    Far larger catalogue and personalised playlists, with a free tier.

    Pros

    • Excellent personalised playlists and recommendations
    • Free tier with ads
    • Works on nearly every device via Spotify Connect
    • Podcasts and audiobooks in the same app

    Cons

    • Low per-stream payouts to artists
    • Lossless tops out at CD-level 24-bit/44.1kHz
    • Home screen pushes podcasts and audiobooks
    Visit Spotify Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Spotify a good Audiomack alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Users
    788 million, 306 million subscribers
    Checked Oct 25, 2026newsroom.spotify.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Markets
    184
    Checked Oct 25, 2026newsroom.spotify.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, with ads
    Checked Oct 25, 2026spotify.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Lossless
    Up to 24-bit/44.1kHz FLAC
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.spotify.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium plans
    Individual, Duo, Family, Student
    Checked Oct 25, 2026spotify.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Audiomack alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

SoundCloud logo

Best Audiomack alternative for most people

SoundCloud

Another open-upload platform with a huge underground community.

Audius logo

Best Audiomack alternative for a free option

Audius

Decentralised free streaming that also welcomes independent uploads.

Spotify logo

Best Audiomack alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Spotify

Far larger catalogue and personalised playlists, with a free tier.

Audius logo

Best Audiomack alternative for open source

Audius

Decentralised free streaming that also welcomes independent uploads.

Spotify logo

Best Audiomack alternative for Mac

Spotify

Far larger catalogue and personalised playlists, with a free tier.

Spotify logo

Best Audiomack alternative for Windows

Spotify

Far larger catalogue and personalised playlists, with a free tier.

YouTube Music logo

Best Audiomack alternative for iPhone and Android

YouTube Music

Free tier with music videos and live performances.

SoundCloud logo

Best Audiomack alternative for working in the browser

SoundCloud

Another open-upload platform with a huge underground community.

Audiomack alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Audiomack?

SoundCloud ranks first right now. Another open-upload platform with a huge underground community. Spotify and Audius follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Audiomack?

Yes. SoundCloud (free plan + paid), Spotify (free plan + paid), Audius (free) and YouTube Music (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Audiomack?

Yes: Audius.

Why do people switch from Audiomack?

The complaints we hear most: smaller mainstream catalogue; no lossless audio; ads on the free tier.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Audiomack, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.