The Best Music Streaming Services in Singapore 2026: 6 Apps Compared

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The Best Music Streaming Services in Singapore 2026: 6 Apps Compared

Last updated: April 2026 | Independently reviewed by OnlyCodes

Our verdict

Spotify is the music streaming service we recommend to most people in Singapore. The discovery algorithms are the best in the business. Discover Weekly and Release Radar consistently surface music you did not know you needed. The catalogue is comprehensive, the apps are polished on every platform, and the free tier is generous enough to use indefinitely.

If sound quality matters most, Apple Music includes lossless and spatial audio at no extra cost on every plan, something Spotify still does not offer. And if you are already an Amazon Prime subscriber, Amazon Music is the best add-on value.

How they compare

| | Spotify | Apple Music | YouTube Music | Amazon Music | TIDAL | Deezer | |---|---------|-------------|---------------|-------------|-------|--------| | Our score | 82/100 | 82/100 | 72/100 | 68/100 | 70/100 | 65/100 | | Best for | Discovery | Sound quality | Widest catalogue | Prime members | Audiophiles | Lyrics fans | | Catalogue | 100M+ | 100M+ | Largest (incl. UGC) | 100M+ | 100M+ | 90M+ | | Lossless audio | No | Yes (free) | No | Yes (Unlimited) | Yes (HiFi) | Yes (HiFi) | | Spatial audio | No | Yes (Dolby Atmos) | No | Yes (Unlimited) | Yes (Dolby Atmos) | Yes (360) | | Free tier | Yes (ads, shuffle) | No | Yes (ads) | Yes (Prime, limited) | No | Yes (ads) | | SGD pricing (Individual) | S$10/mo | S$10/mo | S$12/mo (with YouTube Premium) | S$10/mo (Unlimited) | S$15/mo (HiFi) | S$10/mo | | Family plan | S$16/mo (6 users) | S$17/mo (6 users) | S$18/mo (6 users) | S$16/mo (6 users) | S$23/mo (6 users) | S$16/mo (6 users) |

Our take on each

Spotify - the discovery engine

Spotify wins on one thing above all else: it knows what you want to listen to next. The recommendation engine is the best in music streaming, and the social features, seeing what friends are playing, collaborative playlists, Wrapped, create an experience that no competitor has replicated.

The catalogue is comprehensive at over 100 million tracks. Podcast integration is deep, with many exclusives. The main weakness is audio quality: Spotify still caps at 320kbps OGG Vorbis with no lossless option. If you can hear the difference, Apple Music or TIDAL are better choices.

In Singapore, Spotify is available through Singtel music bundles on select postpaid plans. DBS and UOB cardholders occasionally get extended trial promotions.

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Apple Music - the audiophile choice

Apple Music includes lossless audio (up to 24-bit/192kHz) and Dolby Atmos spatial audio on every plan at no extra cost. For anyone with decent headphones or a home audio system, the difference is audible.

The curation tends toward human-edited playlists rather than algorithmic discovery, which some prefer and others find limiting. Siri integration and seamless syncing across iPhone, Mac, Apple Watch, and HomePod make it the obvious choice for Apple ecosystem users. For Android users, the app works but lacks some polish.

Singtel postpaid plans sometimes bundle Apple Music or offer discounted add-ons. Check your current plan before subscribing directly.

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YouTube Music - everything ever recorded

YouTube Music has the widest catalogue of any service by a significant margin, because it includes every song, cover, remix, and live performance ever uploaded to YouTube. That obscure bootleg from a 2009 concert? It is here. The rare B-side that never made it to Spotify? Probably here.

The app can feel cluttered, mixing official releases with user uploads. But bundled with YouTube Premium (ad-free YouTube plus YouTube Music), it becomes compelling, especially in Singapore where YouTube is heavily used for both music and video content.

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Amazon Music - the Prime add-on

Amazon Music makes the most sense as an extension of Amazon Prime. Prime members get a limited free tier, and upgrading to Music Unlimited costs less than a standalone Spotify subscription. The Unlimited tier includes lossless and spatial audio.

Amazon Prime is widely used in Singapore for both delivery and Prime Video. If you already subscribe, Music Unlimited is a natural add-on. As a standalone service without Prime, it is harder to justify over Spotify or Apple Music.

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TIDAL - pure sound quality

TIDAL targets serious audiophiles with the highest streaming audio quality available: MQA, Dolby Atmos, and Sony 360 Reality Audio. The artist payout model is also the most transparent. If supporting artists directly matters to you, TIDAL makes the strongest case.

The premium pricing (S$15 per month for HiFi) and smaller social feature set make it a niche choice. Best paired with a dedicated DAC and high-end headphones. For a deep dive on lossless streaming and DAC recommendations, see our Hi-Fi Music Streaming guide.

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Deezer - the lyrics expert

Deezer integrates real-time synchronised lyrics better than any competitor, which makes it a favourite for karaoke enthusiasts and language learners. The Flow personalised radio feature is genuinely good at mixing familiar favourites with new discoveries.

Lossless audio is available on the HiFi plan at S$10 per month, matching Spotify and Apple Music on price while offering higher quality audio.

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How to choose in Singapore

If you want the best recommendations and do not care about lossless audio, choose Spotify. If you have Apple devices and care about sound quality, choose Apple Music. If you have Amazon Prime, try Amazon Music Unlimited first, it may be all you need. For everything else, the choice depends on your specific taste and device ecosystem.

Saving money on music streaming in Singapore

Singtel bundles: Check your Singtel postpaid plan for bundled Spotify or Apple Music subscriptions. Some plans include music streaming at no extra cost.

Bank card promotions: DBS, UOB, and OCBC periodically offer extended trials or cashback on music streaming subscriptions. Check your bank app for current entertainment deals.

Family plans: Every service on this list offers a family plan covering 5 to 6 users. Splitting with family or housemates is the most effective way to cut costs. Spotify and Amazon Music at S$16 per month for 6 users is under S$3 per person.

Student plans: Spotify, Apple Music, and Deezer offer 50% discounted student plans in Singapore with valid NUS, NTU, SMU, or polytechnic verification.

FAQ

Which music streaming service sounds the best? TIDAL and Apple Music, which both offer lossless and spatial audio. Apple Music includes it free on every plan. TIDAL charges for the HiFi tier but offers slightly higher maximum resolution.

What is the best free music streaming service in Singapore? Spotify Free offers the largest catalogue with ads and shuffle limitations. YouTube Music Free is the runner-up with the widest catalogue including user-generated content.

Is Spotify worth paying for? Yes, if you listen daily. The ad-free experience, offline downloads, and on-demand playback make Premium worth the S$10 per month for regular listeners.

Is JOOX available in Singapore? No. JOOX is not available in Singapore. If you are looking for a free option in Singapore, Spotify Free or YouTube Music Free are your best alternatives.

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