Pandora
8.6#4 in music streaming servicesFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitPandora vs Rakuten Music
Rakuten Music
8.1#4 in music streaming softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Pandora | Rakuten Music |
|---|---|---|
| Family plan | Yes | No |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Lossless audio | No | No |
| Maximum audio quality | high | standard |
| Offline listening | Yes | Yes |
| Student plan | Yes | Yes |
Pandora plans
- FreeFree
- Premium Family—
- Student Premium—
- Pandora FreeFree
- Pandora Plus$5.99 a month
- Pandora Premium$11.99 a month
Rakuten Music plans
- Lite—
- Standard$980 a month
- Student$480 a month
- BundleFree
- Light¥500 a month
- Rakuten Card/Mobile member¥780 a month
Pick Pandora if…
Pandora suits listeners seeking personalized music stations and podcasts across mobile, web, and connected devices. Its free plan is an option for listeners willing to view ads to unlock certain features.
Pick Rakuten Music if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.