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Apple MusicNetEase Cloud Music
Paid

Paid subscription with a free first month, and longer trials with new Apple devices.

 Freemium

Free to use, with paid membership options for some content and features.

Windows, macOS, iOS Windows, macOS, Web
  • Lossless audio and Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio included
  • Always ad-free with offline listening
  • Large catalogue with charts, playlists and podcasts
  • Recommendations and social sharing features
  • Subscription required after the trial
  • Best integrated with Apple devices
  • Interface is in Chinese
  • Higher-quality playback pushes users to the desktop client
Downloadable app, Hosted service Downloadable app, Web application, Hosted service
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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