Amazon Music
8.9#1 in music streaming servicesFrom $5.99 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Yandex Music
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VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Amazon Music | Yandex Music |
|---|---|---|
| Catalog | The service advertises more than 100 million songs, with catalog access varying by subscription tier. | The catalog is licensed, so tracks may be unavailable when they are not covered by a rights agreement or when usage rights expire. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Offline listening | Unlimited subscribers can download music for offline playback, while Prime offline downloads are limited to All-Access Playlists. | Tracks, playlists, and albums can be saved in the app for offline listening. |
| Security | Amazon states that personal data is protected in transit with encryption protocols and that AWS security capabilities underpin its services. | Downloaded audio files are stored encrypted and restricted to playback on the device where they were downloaded. |
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
Yandex Music plans
- Yandex Plus—
- Plus with Amediateka and START—
- Яндекс Плюс449 RUB a month
- Плюс с Амедиатекой и START990 RUB a month
- Яндекс Плюс4,490 RUB a year
- Плюс с Амедиатекой и START5,299 RUB a year
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 Yandex Music if…
Yandex Music suits listeners who want music, podcasts, and audiobooks with recommendations and offline listening. It may also fit households that want a family plan or listeners using its supported apps, cars, and smart speakers.