While downloading music may not yet be a thing of the past, music streaming platforms have dramatically increased in popularity. With a seemingly endless list of streaming websites and apps available for the modern music lover, choosing a favorite has become an increasingly difficult task. Here are six of the best music streaming platforms compared.
Songza (songza.com)
Offering an impressive variety of tracks and allowing users to select playlists based on genre, mood, decade or activity (from quiet study sessions to high-paced cardio workouts), Songza provides playlists for every moment of the day.
Monthly price: Free with advertisements, $3.99 for Club Songza
Audio quality: 256 Kbps
Catalog size: 20 million
Grooveshark (grooveshark.com)
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Because the Grooveshark’s catalog is entirely user-uploaded, the platform could offer an infinite number of tracks.
Last.fm (last.fm)
In addition to offering a wide range of genres to satisfy even the most unique music tastes, Last.fm analyzes a user’s existing music library and suggest songs accordingly.
Monthly price: Free with advertisements, $3 for subscription
Audio quality: 128 Kbps
Catalog size: 12 million
Spotify (spotify.com)
Spotify, arguably one of the most widely-recognized streaming platforms, is integrated with Facebook, giving users the ability to easily check out what their friends are listening to.
Monthly price: Free with advertisements, $10 for Spotify Premium
Audio quality: 320 Kbps
Catalog size: 20 million
Slacker (slacker.com)
With a clean, sleek design and a variety of customization options, Slacker is an excellent choice for anyone who desires to be in control of his or her listening experience.
Monthly price: Free with advertisements, $4/month for Slacker Radio Plus, $10 for Slacker Premium
Audio quality: 128 Kbps
Catalog size: 13 million
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