
However, this has changed with the release of a "preview" Music app for Windows 11, giving PC fans a peek at what has been up to now a Mac-only experience. Until recently, PC users have been in the dark as far as Apple Music is concerned as they lacked a dedicated app. There are also a ton of curated playlists, many handcrafted by musicians and tastemakers, though it lacks the robust sharing options (or some of the cool add-ons) available to Spotify. If you own an Apple HomePod, Mini or Nest device you can summon Apple Music tracks with your voice. While it makes the most sense if you're an Apple user, Music is an option if you've invested heavily in smart speakers, including those from Google. Yes, it has hi-res lossless, spatial audio albums, plus a new classical music app at no extra charge.

The service runs second to Spotify in terms of subscribers, but surpasses its rival in one key respect.


This is thanks to a fun, easy-to-use interface, an extensive catalog and the best device compatibility. When it comes to choosing a service, it's a close race between Spotify Premium and Apple Music, but Spotify still wins as the best music streaming service overall. The service has also ramped up its nonmusic content with a push toward podcasts, which indirectly led to folk-rock icon Neil Young removing his music from the service. It offers a number of curated music discovery services, including its Discover Weekly playlist, and is constantly implementing new ones, such as Stations and an AI DJ. Spotify is a pioneer in music streaming and is arguably the best-known service.
