18.6
Napster describes its platform as a group of AI specialists with domain expertise, persistent memory, and the ability to work together for users.
Free planOpen sourceAndroidiOSWeb
Best Music Streaming Software in 2026
Napster leads this chart of 62 (8.6/10, free plan). Amazon Music is next (8.2/10, free plan), and Musopen is the next highest-placed with a free plan (8.2/10). Music streaming software plays music on demand or from personal libraries; platform support and listening options decide which service fits. Check for an Android app on a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO device, then compare web, Windows, iPhone/iPad and Mac access. The chart compares free plans, starting prices, offline listening, maximum audio quality, lossless audio, family and student plans, and supported platforms. Check…
28.2
Android app streams free music and podcasts; also works on iOS, Windows, Mac, and web.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
38.2
Free planAndroidiOSWeb
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Rakuten Music
Android app offers freemium music streaming and offline listening; iOS and web apps are available.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb8.1Free plan - 5
Anghami
Freemium music service with Android, iOS, Windows, Mac, and web apps plus offline listening.
Free planAndroidiOSWebmacOS8.0Free plan - 6
IDAGIO
Freemium music service with lossless audio, offline listening, and Android, iOS, Mac, Windows, and web apps.
Free planAndroidiOSWebmacOS7.8From $9.99 a month - 7
Pandora
Freemium personalized music streaming with Android, iOS, and web apps plus offline listening.
Free planAndroidiOSWebAPI7.8Free plan - 8
YouTube
YouTube is a service for discovering, watching, and sharing videos and other content, as well as a platform for creators and advertisers.
AndroidiOSWebAPI7.8From $9.99 a month - 9
Langit Musik
Android app offers freemium music with high-quality audio and offline listening; iOS and web also work.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb7.7Free plan - 10
myNoise
Freemium sound generator with Android, iOS, Mac, and web apps and offline listening.
Free planAndroidiOSWebmacOS7.7From $5 a month - 11
AWA
Android app supports freemium music and offline listening; versions also serve iOS, Mac, and Windows.
Free planAndroidiOSmacOSWindows7.6Free plan - 12
Calm Radio
Calm Radio offers curated relaxing and classical music, nature sounds, and audio for sleep, meditation, focus, and relaxation.
Free planAndroidiOSWebmacOS7.6From $5.99 a year - 13
Claro música
Android app provides freemium music and offline listening; iOS and web apps are also available.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb7.6Free plan - 14
iHeart
Android app streams music, radio, and podcasts; iOS, Windows, and web versions include offline listening.
Free planAndroidiOSWebWindows7.6Free plan - 15
Madsonic
Android app streams a personal media library; web, Windows, Mac, Linux, and iOS also supported.
Free planAndroidiOSWebAPI7.6Free plan - 16
SoundClick
Android app offers freemium music with lossless quality and offline playback; iOS and web also work.
Free planAndroidiOSWeb7.6From $10 a month - 17
Brain.fm
Brain.fm provides music for focus, sleep, relaxation, and meditation, with modes including Deep Work, Creativity, Learning, Light Work, and Motivation.
AndroidiOSWebmacOS7.4From $99.99 a year - 18
Digital Concert Hall
AndroidiOSWebmacOS7.4From €169 a year - 19
LINE MUSIC
AndroidiOSWebmacOS7.4 - 20
Qobuz
Qobuz is a music listening service with apps for Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, and the web.
AndroidiOSWebmacOS7.4From $14.99 a year - 21
TIDAL
TIDAL is an artist-first, fan-centered music streaming platform with over 180 million songs in HiFi sound quality.
AndroidiOSWebmacOS7.4From $11.99 a month - 22
Yandex Music
Yandex Music is a music and audio service with a licensed collection of tens of millions of tracks, podcasts, and audiobooks.
AndroidiOSWebmacOS7.4 - 23
SiriusXM
AndroidiOSWebmacOS7.3From $5 a month - 24
Spotify Prompted Playlists
Spotify Prompted Playlists is a mobile Premium feature that lets listeners describe the music or other audio they want and set rules for a personalized playlist.
Free planAndroidiOS7.3Free plan - 25
VK
AndroidiOSWeb7.3From 299 RUB a month
Choosing well
Which platforms does it need to run on?
Choose a service that lists Android support if you plan to listen on a Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO phone or tablet. Then check whether its web, Windows, iPhone/iPad or Mac version fits your other devices.
Supported platforms are shown for comparison, so verify access before paying.
Can you use it without paying?
Check the free-plan field first. A free plan can let you start without a subscription, while a free trial gives temporary access to paid features.
Compare the pricing model and the paid-from entry when you need features beyond the free option.
What audio quality and offline features do you need?
Compare maximum audio quality and lossless audio when sound quality matters. These fields show whether a service lists higher-quality or lossless playback.
Check offline listening if you want music available without a connection.
Does it support family or student use?
Use the family-plan and student-plan fields to match the subscription to your household or enrolment status. Compare these options with the listed paid price before choosing.
Questions people ask
Which music streaming apps work on Android phones?
Check the Supported platforms field for Android before choosing. Android availability varies by service.
Can music streaming services work offline?
Yes, services may list offline listening. Compare that field to find software that supports listening without a connection.
Which music streaming services have lossless audio?
Use the Lossless audio comparison field. It identifies whether a service lists lossless playback.
Can I use a music streaming service for free?
Check the Free plan and Pricing model fields. A service may offer a free plan or a time-limited free trial.
Do music streaming services offer family or student plans?
Compare the Family plan and Student plan fields to see which subscription options a service lists.