Apple Music vs. Spotify (Courtesy of Linkedin)

Music permeates nearly every aspect of our lives, with over 93% of the human population regularly listening to music. Whether it’s streaming songs online, catching a song in a movie, or simply scrolling through social media, music is everywhere and plays a huge role in our day to day. As more and more people begin to use online streaming services to play music, one question constantly arises: Which is better, Apple Music or Spotify? As the two most popular music streaming sites, Apple Music and Spotify have been battling head-to-head for over a decade for the number one spot, but which one is truly better? 

Spotify

Pros: 

• Access to many songs, podcasts, and genres
• Able to follow friends and see what they are listening to 
• Accessible to Android and Apple devices
• Accessible to different devices such as computers, phones, tablets, etc. 
• Personalized recommendations of artists, songs, and podcasts

Cons: 

• Very limited without premium access (limited access to songs, downloads, skips, and quality)
• Streaming is nearly impossible without the internet
• Ads without premium

Apple Music

Pros: 

• Connection with apps, other Apple devices, and services 
• Allows exclusive content with artists 
• Clearer sound quality
• Personalized recommendations
• No Ads

Cons: 

• No free version offered
• Limited access to discover new music
• Less accessible on Android devices 
• Lacks social features that Spotify has