Try today’s top music apps before you pay — Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Deezer, Qobuz, Pandora Premium, SoundCloud Go+ and more. Compare trial length, audio quality, and catalog fit.
Editor’s picks
Spotify Premium
Huge playlists, podcasts, and social discovery. Great recommendation engine; supports all major devices.
Apple Music
Lossless and Dolby Atmos on supported devices, tight Apple ecosystem integration, strong editorial curation.
Amazon Music Unlimited
HD/Ultra HD tiers on many devices, good for Prime households and Alexa users.
Tidal
Lossless/HiFi focus with exclusive content. Great for high-quality audio setups.
Deezer
HiFi option with Flow discovery. Wide device support and easy cross-platform experience.
Qobuz
Hi-res FLAC and download store; excellent liner notes and editorial for collectors.
Pandora Premium
Radio-style discovery with on-demand listening on Premium. Strong for easy, hands-off listening.
YouTube Music Premium
Great for music videos and algorithmic discovery; tight integration with YouTube.
SoundCloud Go+
Indie scene, remixes, DJ sets, and emerging artists. Unique catalog vs. mainstream DSPs.
IDAGIO (Classical)
Classical-focused metadata and curated recordings. Great for composer/ensemble search.
Napster
Long-running streaming service with broad catalog and legacy playlist tools.
Finding the best music streaming free trial
Music services often vary in sound quality, catalog depth, and device support. Trials let you test drive the service before paying.
Which trial is the longest?
Pandora Premium sometimes offers up to 60 days free, while most others like Spotify, Apple Music, and Tidal provide 30 days.
Are family plans included?
Some trials apply to family plans (Spotify, Apple Music), others are only for individual subscriptions. Always check the fine print.
Does audio quality matter?
If you have high-end headphones or speakers, test Tidal HiFi or Qobuz during the trial. Casual listeners may find Spotify or Apple Music more than sufficient.
Do I need a credit card?
Most trials require a card upfront. Remember to cancel before the trial ends to avoid charges if you don’t plan to continue.