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YouTube MusicYandex Music
Freemium

Free with ads. Music Premium, available in select countries, is a paid subscription that…

 Freemium

Streaming service; pricing details depend on region and are not listed in the research.

Web, Android, iOS macOS, Web
  • Includes live performances, covers and remixes from YouTube that other services lack
  • Switches between a song’s audio and its music video
  • Personal recommendations and mixes
  • Covers both music and podcasts
  • The free tier has ads and does not play in the background
  • Downloads need a Music Premium subscription
  • Not available in every region
  • Closed service tied to a Yandex account
Web application, Hosted service Downloadable app, Web application, Hosted service
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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