Spotify alternatives: 7 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Spotify: low per-stream payouts to artists, and lossless tops out at CD-level 24-bit/44.1kHz. We ranked 7 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Spotify, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Apple Music currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Deezer	Free plan + paid	No	Web, iOS, Android +2	5 of 5	57.2
2	Amazon Music	Free plan + paid	No	Web, iOS, Android +2	2 of 2	53.6

1. DeezerTop pick
Best for: Listeners who want a free tier and lossless audio, especially in Europe and Latin America
Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
57.2
score / 100
Why switch from Spotify
Similar catalogue and free tier, with easy playlist import and its Flow mix.
Pros
Free ad-supported tier
Lossless FLAC on paid plans
Flow mix and built-in playlist transfer
Labels AI-generated music
Cons
Smaller podcast selection than Spotify
Fewer integrations with connected devices
Less popular in North America, so fewer social features with friends
Visit Deezer 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 Deezer a good Spotify alternative?
Verified facts
5 of 5 verified
Catalogue
Over 120 million songs
Checked Oct 25, 2026deezer.com(opens source in a new tab)
Free plan
Yes, with ads
Checked Oct 25, 2026deezer.com(opens source in a new tab)
Free trial
1 month of Premium
Checked Oct 25, 2026deezer.com(opens source in a new tab)
Playlist transfer
Yes
Checked Oct 25, 2026deezer.com(opens source in a new tab)
AI music detector
Free playlist scan
Checked Oct 25, 2026deezer.com(opens source in a new tab)
2. Amazon Music
Best for: Amazon Prime members and Alexa users who want music bundled with services they already use
Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
53.6
score / 100
Why switch from Spotify
Already included in Amazon Prime, with an Unlimited tier for full access.
Pros
Free tier and some access included with Prime
HD and Ultra HD lossless on Unlimited at no extra cost
Excellent Alexa and Echo integration
Cons
Confusing mix of Free, Prime and Unlimited tiers
Prime tier is largely shuffle-only
Recommendations lag behind Spotify
Visit Amazon Music Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.357
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 Amazon Music a good Spotify alternative?
Verified facts
2 of 2 verified
Free tier
Yes, no credit card required
Checked Oct 25, 2026music.amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)
Prime benefit
Amazon Music Prime included
Checked Oct 25, 2026amazon.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Spotify alternative for…

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

Best Spotify alternative for most people

Apple Music

Lossless and Dolby Atmos at no extra cost, and a natural fit on Apple devices.

Best Spotify alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Deezer

Similar catalogue and free tier, with easy playlist import and its Flow mix.

Best Spotify alternative for Mac

Qobuz

Hi-res streaming up to 24-bit/192kHz plus a download store.

Best Spotify alternative for Windows

Amazon Music

Already included in Amazon Prime, with an Unlimited tier for full access.

Best Spotify alternative for iPhone and Android

SoundCloud

Better for underground artists, remixes and music not on major services.

Best Spotify alternative for working in the browser

YouTube Music

Includes live versions, covers and remixes from YouTube, bundled with YouTube Premium.

Spotify alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Spotify?

Apple Music ranks first right now. Lossless and Dolby Atmos at no extra cost, and a natural fit on Apple devices. Deezer and Qobuz follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Spotify?

Yes. Deezer (free plan + paid), Amazon Music (free plan + paid), SoundCloud (free plan + paid) 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 Spotify?

None of the 7 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Spotify?

The complaints we hear most: low per-stream payouts to artists; lossless tops out at CD-level 24-bit/44.1kHz; home screen pushes podcasts and audiobooks.

How is this list ranked?

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