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Apple MusicPandora
Paid

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

 Freemium

Free with ads; a subscription removes ads and adds on-demand playback.

Windows, macOS, iOS Web
  • Lossless audio and Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio included
  • Always ad-free with offline listening
  • Free ad-supported tier
  • Music and podcasts in one service
  • Subscription required after the trial
  • Best integrated with Apple devices
  • Web player does not load with ad blockers enabled
  • On-demand, ad-free listening needs a subscription
Downloadable app, Hosted service 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 September 24, 2026

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