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Audius alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Audius: little major-label music, and crypto and token aspects put some users off. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Audius, 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
1SoundCloud logoSoundCloudFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android3 of 366.5
2Bandcamp logoBandcampFreeNoWeb, iOS, Android3 of 362.6
3Audiomack logoAudiomackFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 459.6
4Mixcloud logoMixcloudFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android3 of 357.2
  1. SoundCloud logo

    1. SoundCloudTop pick

    Best for: Fans of underground, independent and DJ music, and artists who want to upload directly

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Audius

    The established home for independent uploads, with a much larger audience.

    Pros

    • Anyone can upload, so lots of music found nowhere else
    • Timed comments and a strong artist community
    • Free listening with ads

    Cons

    • Inconsistent audio quality and track metadata
    • Mainstream catalogue needs a Go+ subscription
    • Discovery can be noisy
    Visit SoundCloud Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    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 SoundCloud a good Audius alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    What it is
    Music streaming and sharing platform
    Checked Oct 25, 2026press.soundcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Artist tools
    Share, grow audience, get paid
    Checked Oct 25, 2026press.soundcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Payout model
    Fan-powered
    Checked Oct 25, 2026press.soundcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Bandcamp logo

    2. Bandcamp

    Best for: Fans who want to buy music in lossless formats and support independent artists directly

    FreeWeb, iOS, Android

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Audius

    Lets fans buy music directly from artists.

    Pros

    • Artists keep most of each sale
    • Lossless downloads you own
    • Excellent for independent and niche music

    Cons

    • Not an all-you-can-stream subscription
    • Ownership change has worried some artists
    • Limited mainstream catalogue
    Visit Bandcamp 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 Bandcamp a good Audius alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Revenue share
    15% digital, 10% physical
    Checked Oct 25, 2026bandcamp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Founded
    2008
    Checked Oct 25, 2026bandcamp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    What it is
    Online record store and music community
    Checked Oct 25, 2026bandcamp.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Audiomack logo

    3. Audiomack

    Best for: Fans of hip-hop, Afrobeats and emerging artists who want free streaming

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Audius

    Free streaming and uploads with strong hip-hop and Afrobeats scenes.

    Pros

    • Free streaming with offline downloads
    • Unlimited uploads for artists
    • Strong African, Caribbean and hip-hop scenes

    Cons

    • Smaller mainstream catalogue
    • No lossless audio
    • Ads on the free tier
    Visit Audiomack Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 Audiomack a good Audius alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Uploads
    Unlimited music and podcasts
    Checked Oct 25, 2026audiomack.com(opens source in a new tab)
    What it is
    On-demand streaming and discovery
    Checked Oct 25, 2026audiomack.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Paid tier
    Audiomack+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026audiomack.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Creator accounts
    Free, no premium creator tiers
    Checked Oct 25, 2026audiomack.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Mixcloud logo

    4. Mixcloud

    Best for: DJs, radio presenters and fans of long mixes and shows

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Audius

    Licensed platform for DJ mixes and radio shows.

    Pros

    • Licensed uploads, so DJ mixes stay online
    • Live streaming and fan subscriptions with Pro
    • Free listening and uploading

    Cons

    • Licensing limits skipping and track listings
    • Not built for songs or albums
    • Best creator tools require Pro
    Visit Mixcloud Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    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 Mixcloud a good Audius alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Pro features
    Live streaming, unlimited uploads, monetisation
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mixcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Listener premium
    Offline listening
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mixcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Fan support
    Tips and subscriptions
    Checked Oct 25, 2026mixcloud.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Audius alternative for…

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

SoundCloud logo

Best Audius alternative for most people

SoundCloud

The established home for independent uploads, with a much larger audience.

Bandcamp logo

Best Audius alternative for a free option

Bandcamp

Lets fans buy music directly from artists.

Audiomack logo

Best Audius alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Audiomack

Free streaming and uploads with strong hip-hop and Afrobeats scenes.

Mixcloud logo

Best Audius alternative for iPhone and Android

Mixcloud

Licensed platform for DJ mixes and radio shows.

SoundCloud logo

Best Audius alternative for working in the browser

SoundCloud

The established home for independent uploads, with a much larger audience.

Audius alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Audius?

SoundCloud ranks first right now. The established home for independent uploads, with a much larger audience. Bandcamp and Audiomack follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Audius?

Yes. SoundCloud (free plan + paid), Bandcamp (free), Audiomack (free plan + paid) and Mixcloud (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Audius?

None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Audius?

The complaints we hear most: little major-label music; crypto and token aspects put some users off; smaller audience than SoundCloud.

How is this list ranked?

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