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Apple MusicSpotify
Paid

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

 Freemium

Lossless streaming requires a Premium subscription.

Windows, macOS, iOS Web
  • Lossless audio and Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio included
  • Always ad-free with offline listening
  • Web player that runs in a browser
  • Lossless audio for Premium subscribers
  • Subscription required after the trial
  • Best integrated with Apple devices
  • Lossless audio limited to Premium and supported apps and devices
  • Proprietary service with no local ownership of music
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 23, 2026

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