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Mixcloud alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Mixcloud: licensing limits skipping and track listings, and not built for songs or albums. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Mixcloud, 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
1Audius logoAudiusFreeYesWeb, iOS, Android3 of 359.6
  1. Audius logo

    1. AudiusTop pick

    Best for: Independent and electronic artists, and fans who want free streaming of their uploads

    FreeOpen sourceWeb, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Mixcloud

    Decentralised streaming platform with open uploads.

    Pros

    • Free to upload and stream
    • Open-source apps under Apache 2.0
    • Tools for gated releases, remix contests and tips

    Cons

    • Little major-label music
    • Crypto and token aspects put some users off
    • Smaller audience than SoundCloud
    Visit Audius 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 Audius a good Mixcloud alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    License
    Apache-2.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free streaming
    Checked Oct 25, 2026audius.co(opens source in a new tab)
    Apps
    Web and React Native mobile apps
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Mixcloud alternative for…

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

SoundCloud logo

Best Mixcloud alternative for most people

SoundCloud

Wider audience and track uploads, though mixes may be removed for copyright.

Audius logo

Best Mixcloud alternative for a free option

Audius

Decentralised streaming platform with open uploads.

TuneIn logo

Best Mixcloud alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

TuneIn

Live radio stations from around the world.

Audius logo

Best Mixcloud alternative for open source

Audius

Decentralised streaming platform with open uploads.

Spotify logo

Best Mixcloud alternative for Mac

Spotify

On-demand songs and albums plus podcasts.

Spotify logo

Best Mixcloud alternative for Windows

Spotify

On-demand songs and albums plus podcasts.

SoundCloud logo

Best Mixcloud alternative for iPhone and Android

SoundCloud

Wider audience and track uploads, though mixes may be removed for copyright.

SoundCloud logo

Best Mixcloud alternative for working in the browser

SoundCloud

Wider audience and track uploads, though mixes may be removed for copyright.

Mixcloud alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Mixcloud?

SoundCloud ranks first right now. Wider audience and track uploads, though mixes may be removed for copyright. TuneIn and Audius follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Mixcloud?

Yes. SoundCloud (free plan + paid), TuneIn (free plan + paid), Audius (free) 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 Mixcloud?

Yes: Audius.

Why do people switch from Mixcloud?

The complaints we hear most: licensing limits skipping and track listings; not built for songs or albums; best creator tools require Pro.

How is this list ranked?

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