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Spotify vs Pear Desktop: catalog facts
Spotify	Pear Desktop
Freemium Lossless streaming requires a Premium subscription.	Free Free and open source.
Web	Windows, macOS, Linux
Web player that runs in a browser Lossless audio for Premium subscribers	Plugin system that adds features such as ad blocking Standalone desktop window for YouTube Music
Lossless audio limited to Premium and supported apps and devices Proprietary service with no local ownership of music	Unofficial client that depends on the YouTube Music website Electron app, heavier than a native player
Web application, Hosted service	Downloadable app
Closed source	Open source
License not stated	License: MIT
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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