Compare Amazon Music Unlimited, Spotify & Tidal
Side-by-side comparison of three leading music to help you choose the best option for your needs.
Our Top Pick
Spotify is the world's most popular music streaming service with over 100 million songs, podcasts, and personalized playlists.
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| Feature | Amazon Music Unlimited | Spotify | Tidal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $10.99/month | $10.99/month | $10.99/month |
| Content Quality | 9/10 | 8/10 | 10/10 |
| User Interface | 6/10 | 9/10 | 7/10 |
| Value for Money | 9/10 | 8/10 | 6/10 |
| Features | 8/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 |
| Best For | Amazon Prime members | Music discovery enthusiasts | Audiophiles with quality audio equipment |
Detailed Comparison
Amazon Music Unlimited
Amazon Music Unlimited offers 100 million songs with HD and Ultra HD streaming, spatial audio, and deep Alexa integration.
- HD and Ultra HD audio at no extra cost
- Spatial audio included
- Discount for Prime members ($10.99 vs $11.99)
Spotify
Spotify is the world's most popular music streaming service with over 100 million songs, podcasts, and personalized playlists.
- Largest music library (100M+ songs)
- Excellent personalized playlists and discovery
- Strong podcast library
Tidal
Tidal is a high-fidelity music streaming service offering lossless audio, Master Quality recordings, and better artist compensation.
- Best-in-class audio quality (HiFi Plus with MQA)
- Lossless FLAC streaming on standard tier
- Higher artist payouts than competitors
Which Should You Choose: Amazon Music Unlimited, Spotify, or Tidal?
Choose Amazon Music Unlimited if:
- You're amazon prime members
- You're alexa smart speaker users
- You value hd and ultra hd audio at no extra cost
Choose Spotify if:
- You're music discovery enthusiasts
- You're podcast listeners
- You value largest music library (100m+ songs)
Choose Tidal if:
- You're audiophiles with quality audio equipment
- You're users who support artist-friendly platforms
- You value best-in-class audio quality (hifi plus with mqa)
The Bottom Line
Based on our analysis, Spotify comes out on top with the best overall ratings. However, your choice should depend on your specific needs and budget.
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