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Top Music Streaming like Bandcamp

The most popular alternative to Bandcamp is SoundCloud, which has a free version. Other great alternatives to Bandcamp are Spotify, YouTube Music, and Deezer.

Most alternatives to Bandcamp are in the Music Streaming category, compared here by price, platform and features.

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  1. SoundCloud

    4.8(2M) · App Store

    SoundCloud is an audio streaming platform where independent artists, producers and DJs upload original tracks, remixes, mixes and podcasts alongside major-label catalog. Listeners can comment at specific moments in a track, follow creators and build playlists. Listening is free with ads; SoundCloud Go plans add offline listening and remove ads, and Artist plans give creators more uploads, statistics and distribution.

    9 SoundCloud alternatives

    Pros

    • Home to independent artists, remixes and DJ mixes found nowhere else
    • Timed comments let listeners react at precise moments in a track
    • Free listening, plus Artist plans with stats and distribution

    Cons

    • Free listening comes with ads and no offline mode
    • Audio quality is uneven since tracks are uploaded by users
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    Music Streaming
    Platforms
    WebiPhoneAndroid
    Features
    AnalyticsOffline listeningPodcasts
    Visit websiteMore about SoundCloud

  2. Spotify

    4.8(42.5M) · App Store

    Spotify is a streaming service for music, podcasts and audiobooks, known for personalized playlists such as Discover Weekly and its recommendation features. The free tier is ad-supported with some playback limits, while Premium removes ads, allows offline downloads and includes lossless audio. Spotify Connect lets you move playback between phones, computers, speakers, TVs and cars.

    9 Spotify alternatives

    Pros

    • Strong personalized playlists and recommendations, like Discover Weekly
    • Spotify Connect hands playback between phones, speakers, TVs and cars
    • Free ad-supported tier and apps on nearly every platform

    Cons

    • Free tier has ads and playback limits, especially on mobile
    • Podcasts and audiobooks crowd the interface for music-only listeners
    • Offline downloads require a Premium subscription
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    Music Streaming
    Platforms
    WebWindowsMacLinuxiPhoneAndroid
    Features
    Cross-device syncLossless audioLyricsOffline listeningPodcasts
    Visit websiteMore about Spotify

  3. YouTube Music

    4.8(1.5M) · App Store

    YouTube Music is Google's music streaming service, combining official albums and singles with music videos, live performances, remixes and covers from YouTube. It builds personalized mixes from your listening and lets you upload your own tracks to your library. The free version is ad-supported and does not play in the background on mobile, while Premium adds background play, downloads and no ads.

    9 YouTube Music alternatives

    Pros

    • Huge catalog that adds remixes, covers and live versions from YouTube
    • Music videos and audio tracks live in the same app
    • Lets you upload your own tracks to your library

    Cons

    • Free version has ads and no background play on mobile
    • No dedicated desktop app, only the web player on computers
    • User videos mix with official tracks and can clutter search results
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    Music Streaming
    Platforms
    WebiPhoneAndroid
    Features
    LyricsOffline listeningPodcasts
    Visit websiteMore about YouTube Music

  4. Deezer

    4.7(36.8K) · App Store

    Deezer is a French music streaming service with a large catalog, podcasts and Flow, an endless personalized mix that adapts to your taste. Premium plans remove ads, unlock offline listening and stream in lossless FLAC quality, and the apps include synced lyrics and song recognition. A free ad-supported tier is also available, with features that vary by country.

    9 Deezer alternatives

    Pros

    • Flow builds an endless mix tuned to your taste
    • Lossless FLAC streaming on Premium plans
    • Synced lyrics and built-in song recognition

    Cons

    • Free tier has ads and limits that vary by country
    • Offline listening requires a paid plan
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
    Categories
    Music Streaming
    Platforms
    WebWindowsMaciPhoneAndroid
    Features
    Lossless audioLyricsOffline listeningPodcasts
    Visit websiteMore about Deezer

Bandcamp vs its alternatives at a glance

Pricing, platforms and the key features of Bandcamp, compared with its most popular alternatives.

Bandcamp vs its alternatives at a glance
AppPricingPlatformsAd-freeDigital productsLossless audioOffline listening
BandcampFreeWeb, iPhone, Android
SoundCloudFreemiumWeb, iPhone, Android
SpotifyFreemiumWeb, Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android
YouTube MusicFreemiumWeb, iPhone, Android
DeezerFreemiumWeb, Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android

Bandcamp alternatives: frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Bandcamp?

The most popular alternative to Bandcamp is SoundCloud: Audio platform for independent artists, DJ mixes and new music. Other great alternatives are Spotify, YouTube Music, and Deezer.

Is there a free alternative to Bandcamp?

Yes, 4 alternatives are free or have a free plan, including SoundCloud, Spotify, YouTube Music, and Deezer.

Is there an open source alternative to Bandcamp?

No open source alternative to Bandcamp is listed yet.

Is Bandcamp free?

Yes, Bandcamp is free to use.

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