SongRec
6.1#10 in music identification appsFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
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SoundHound
8.1#1 in voicebot software$5.99 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | SongRec | SoundHound |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | SongRec is an open-source Shazam client for Linux, written in Rust. | SoundHound identifies music playing around you and lets users discover, search, and play songs with voice control. |
| Support | The project asks users to report bugs and request features through GitHub Issues, and also lists a Matrix channel. | SoundHound provides a Support Center with FAQs and support information. |
SongRec plans
- FreeFree
SoundHound plans
- SoundHoundFree
- SoundHound Music AppFree
- SoundHound Infinity$5.99, paid once
- SoundHound∞$6.99, paid once
Pick SongRec if…
SongRec suits listeners who want Shazam-based song recognition on a desktop, whether through a GUI or command line. It may also suit developers who want CSV or JSON results for programmatic use.
Pick SoundHound if…
SoundHound suits Android and iOS users who want to identify nearby music, search by humming, or control playback by voice. Apple Watch users can also use its music identification and lyric display features.