The best alternatives (free or not) to Spotify Premium
The popular app has strengthened its fraudulent use detection systems
BarcelonaAfter Spotify has strengthened its fraudulent usage detection systems, the platform has taken down the main pirated versions of the application, the so-called Spotify APK. This has left thousands of people without a favourite music player on their devices. APK versions - downloaded from modified files of the original - are used to access the application's Premium services for free. That is, they allow access to music without ads and free choice of songs, but without having to pay the monthly subscription. They also Users will have to look now for new music platforms. Here you'll find a few ones:
Free alternatives on Spotify
There are several platforms that offer music for free. Now on most of them between songs you will see yours playlist interrupted by advertising. They may also require usage restrictions, such as limitations on which song to listen to at any given time. The main options are:
- SoundCloud, focused on independent creators.
- Bandcamp Although the platform is free, authors can offer it for a fee if they wish.
- Idagio, focused on classical music.
- YouTube Music with ads, offers a very extensive catalog for free. It also has a paid version.
- Spotify Free, the non-Premium version of Spotify allows you to use the platform with restrictions.
Payment alternatives on Spotify
Another option is to upgrade to the paid versions. These offer a wide range of music without restrictions and are usually the most convenient platforms to use. The most popular ones are the following:
- Tidal, gives access to a catalogue of more than 60 million songs and not only offers audio, but also includes videos. It stands out for its search for high quality audio.
- Apple Music, is Spotify's main competitor. Their services are very similar.
- Amazon Music, another of the most popular options. It allows you to listen to unlimited music from any device.
- Spotify Premium, the music platform with the largest market share. It provides access to music and podcasts.
All the payment platforms mentioned cost €10.99 per month.