Amazon Music
8.9#1 in music streaming servicesFrom $5.99 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitAmazon Music vs SoundCloud for Artists
SoundCloud for Artists
6.9#39 in music streaming softwareFrom $3.25 a monthFree planWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Amazon Music | SoundCloud for Artists |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Security | Amazon states that personal data is protected in transit with encryption protocols and that AWS security capabilities underpin its services. | SoundCloud offers two-factor authentication to users and requires it to receive SoundCloud for Artists payouts or change payout methods. |
Amazon Music plans
- Amazon Music for Prime membersFree
- Amazon Music FreeFree
- Amazon Music Free with adsFree
- Amazon Music PrimeFree
- Unlimited Student$5.99 a month
- Amazon Music Unlimited Single Device$5.99 a month
SoundCloud for Artists plans
- Basic FreeFree
- BasicFree
- Artist$3.25 a month
- Artist Pro$8.25 a month
Pick Amazon Music if…
Amazon Music suits listeners who want free music and podcasts, Prime members looking for ad-free listening, and Unlimited subscribers seeking on-demand access, downloads, or higher-quality audio. Alexa users can also make spoken music requests on compatible devices.
Pick SoundCloud for Artists if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.