Napster
by NapsterMusic streaming service with Android, iOS, Mac, web and Windows apps plus an API.
Free plan Free trial Open source From $19 a month, billed yearly AndroidiPhone & iPadWebWindowsMacAPI
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Best Music Streaming Software 2026
Facts read 28 Sep 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
Music streaming software gives you ways to play music through supported devices and services. This guide helps US buyers compare plans, listening features, sound quality and device support before choosing a service.
The standings: top 10
| Name | In a line | Record score | Price from | Try it free | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Napster | Music streaming service with Android, iOS, Mac, web and Windows apps plus an API. | 6.7 | $19 a month, billed yearly | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 02 Madsonic | 6.5 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 11 Oct 2026 | |
| 03 Amazon Music | Streams music and podcasts on Android, iOS, Mac, web and Windows, with offline downloads for Unlimited subscribers. | 6.4 | $5.99 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 14 Oct 2026 |
| 04 IDAGIO | IDAGIO suits listeners seeking classical music across mobile, desktop, and web platforms. | 6.3 | $9.99 a month | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 8 Oct 2026 |
| 05 AWA | AWA suits listeners looking for music streaming across mobile, computer, and connected devices. | 6.2 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Windows, Mac | 9 Oct 2026 |
| 06 iHeart | iHeart suits listeners who want live stations, podcasts, and playlists in one service. | 6.2 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 11 Oct 2026 |
| 07 Calm Radio | Music service on Android, iOS, Mac, web and Windows, offering offline playback and high audio quality. | 6.1 | $5.99 a year | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 7 Oct 2026 |
| 08 JOOX | JOOX is a music service for Android, iOS, macOS, the web, and Windows, with offline and lossless audio. | 6.1 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 9 Oct 2026 |
| 09 Anghami | Anghami suits listeners looking for Arabic and international music, podcasts, playlists, and radio. | 6.0 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 28 Sep 2026 |
| 10 Rakuten Music | Music service with Android, iOS and web access, a free plan and a 30-day trial. | 6.0 | Free plan | Free plan | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 15 Oct 2026 |
Compare the published fields for Free plan, Paid from, Offline listening, Maximum audio quality, Lossless audio, Family plan, Student plan and Supported platforms. No ranking basis is published for this page, so use the entries for side-by-side comparison.
02
Madsonic
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+5 Record6.5 Visit
03
Amazon Music
Streams music and podcasts on Android, iOS, Mac, web and Windows, with offline downloads for Unlimited subscribers.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 Record6.4 Visit
04
IDAGIO
IDAGIO suits listeners seeking classical music across mobile, desktop, and web platforms.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 Record6.3 Visit
05
AWA
AWA suits listeners looking for music streaming across mobile, computer, and connected devices.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWindows+1 Record6.2 Visit
6
iHeart
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Free plan Record6.2 Visit iHeart suits listeners who want live stations, podcasts, and playlists in one service.
7
Calm Radio
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 $5.99 a year Record6.1 Visit Music service on Android, iOS, Mac, web and Windows, offering offline playback and high audio quality.
8
JOOX
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 Free plan Record6.1 Visit JOOX is a music service for Android, iOS, macOS, the web, and Windows, with offline and lossless audio.
9
Anghami
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 Free plan Record6.0 Visit Anghami suits listeners looking for Arabic and international music, podcasts, playlists, and radio.
10
Rakuten Music
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb Free plan Record6.0 Visit Music service with Android, iOS and web access, a free plan and a 30-day trial.
11
YouTube
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 $9.99 a month Record6.0 Visit YouTube lets people find, watch, and share videos and other content on Android, iOS, and the web.
14
myNoise
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 $5 a month Record5.9 Visit Sound streaming service for Android, iOS, Mac and web with offline listening.
15
Pandora
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Free plan Record5.9 Visit Pandora may suit listeners looking for personalized stations and podcasts across mobile, web, desktop, and connected devices.
18
Brain.fm
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 $99.99 a year Record5.7 Visit Brain.fm may suit people seeking music for work focus, sleep, relaxation, or meditation.
19
Langit Musik
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb Free plan Record5.7 Visit Langit Musik suits listeners wanting songs and podcasts on mobile, web, or IndiHome TV.
20
Audius
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+3 Free plan Record5.5 Visit Free music platform for artists, labels and fans across mobile, desktop and web, with lossless audio.
22
Claro música
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb Free plan Record5.5 Visit Music service for Android, iOS and web with offline playback and a family plan.
23
Digital Concert Hall
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 €169 a year Record5.5 Visit Digital Concert Hall offers Android, iOS, macOS, and web access, offline listening, and hi-res audio.
Before you choose
Start with the plan structure
Check whether a service has a free plan, a free trial or a paid starting price. These fields show how you can begin and what to review before committing.
A free plan and a free trial are different options. Read the listing details for the option that matches your budget and trial needs.
Compare audio quality
Use Maximum audio quality to compare the highest stated quality for a service. Lossless audio is a separate field, so check it when uncompressed sound matters to you.
Check offline listening
Offline listening shows whether a service supports listening without an active connection. Review this field if you expect to listen during travel or in places with weak service.
Look for family and student plans
Family plan and Student plan are separate comparison fields. Check the matching field when you are choosing a service for a household or an eligible student.
Match your devices
Supported platforms include iOS, web, Android, macOS, Windows and API access across the listings. Check the platform field against the phones, tablets, computers or software you plan to use.
Questions
What does this music streaming software list compare?
It compares Free plan, Paid from, Offline listening, Maximum audio quality, Lossless audio, Family plan, Student plan and Supported platforms.
Can I find music streaming software with a free plan?
Yes. Free plan is a comparison field, and listings identify services that publish a free-plan option.
Which platforms appear in the comparison?
The platform fields cover iOS, web, Android, macOS, Windows and API access.
Does the list show offline listening support?
Yes. Offline listening is one of the fields used for comparison.
How can I compare sound quality?
Review Maximum audio quality and Lossless audio as separate fields in the listings.
Are family and student options included?
Yes. Family plan and Student plan are separate fields in the comparison.
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