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LyricsX alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 1, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave LyricsX: macOS only, and lyrics coverage depends on third-party sources and varies by language. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces LyricsX, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Musixmatch currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1LRCGET logoLRCGETOpen sourceYesWindows, macOS, Linux4 of 462.6
  1. LRCGET logo

    1. LRCGETTop pick

    Best for: Owners of local music libraries who want synced lyrics files for every track at once

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from LyricsX

    Downloads synced lyrics as LRC files for a local music library on Windows, Mac or Linux.

    Pros

    • Bulk-downloads lyrics for a whole library in one pass
    • Saves standard LRC files that many players can read
    • Free, open source, on Windows, Mac and Linux

    Cons

    • Only for local files, not streaming services
    • Coverage depends on LRCLIB's community database
    Visit LRCGET 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 LRCGET a good LyricsX alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    MIT
    Checked Nov 1, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Lyrics source
    LRCLIB (official client)
    Checked Nov 1, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Output
    LRC files next to each song
    Checked Nov 1, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux
    Checked Nov 1, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best LyricsX alternative for…

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

Musixmatch logo

Best LyricsX alternative for most people

Musixmatch

Large lyrics catalogue with apps for phones, watches and car screens, not just the Mac.

LRCGET logo

Best LyricsX alternative for a free option

LRCGET

Downloads synced lyrics as LRC files for a local music library on Windows, Mac or Linux.

Spotify logo

Best LyricsX alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Spotify

Shows synced lyrics inside the player itself, so no extra app is needed if you stream there.

LRCGET logo

Best LyricsX alternative for open source

LRCGET

Downloads synced lyrics as LRC files for a local music library on Windows, Mac or Linux.

Apple Music logo

Best LyricsX alternative for Mac

Apple Music

Built-in time-synced lyrics on Mac and iPhone for songs in the Apple Music catalogue.

LRCGET logo

Best LyricsX alternative for Windows

LRCGET

Downloads synced lyrics as LRC files for a local music library on Windows, Mac or Linux.

LRCGET logo

Best LyricsX alternative for Linux

LRCGET

Downloads synced lyrics as LRC files for a local music library on Windows, Mac or Linux.

Musixmatch logo

Best LyricsX alternative for iPhone and Android

Musixmatch

Large lyrics catalogue with apps for phones, watches and car screens, not just the Mac.

Musixmatch logo

Best LyricsX alternative for working in the browser

Musixmatch

Large lyrics catalogue with apps for phones, watches and car screens, not just the Mac.

LyricsX alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to LyricsX?

Musixmatch ranks first right now. Large lyrics catalogue with apps for phones, watches and car screens, not just the Mac. LRCGET and Spotify follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to LyricsX?

Yes. Musixmatch (free plan + paid), LRCGET (open source) and Spotify (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to LyricsX?

Yes: LRCGET.

Which LyricsX alternatives work on Linux?

LRCGET runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from LyricsX?

The complaints we hear most: macOS only; lyrics coverage depends on third-party sources and varies by language.

How is this list ranked?

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