Amazon Music Unlimited
Music
$10.99/month
Individual. Prime-heavy households that want an upgraded music service and value Alexa integration and hi-res audio.
Music head-to-head
Amazon Music Unlimited vs Apple Music
Side-by-side comparison of Amazon Music Unlimited and Apple Music subscription plans, pricing, and features.
Amazon Music Unlimitedfrom $9.99/mo
Apple Musicfrom $10.99/mo
Monthly difference$0.00
Plan comparison
Default plan pricing at a glance
Apple Music
Music
$10.99/month
Individual. Best for Apple ecosystem, lossless and spatial audio included free, no podcasts
Feature matrix
Key differences between Amazon Music Unlimited and Apple Music
| Detail | Amazon Music UnlimitedIndividual | Apple MusicIndividual |
|---|---|---|
| Default plan | Individual | Individual |
| Monthly price | $10.99 | $10.99 |
| Annual cost | $131.88 | $131.88 |
| Plans available | 3 | 2 |
| Free tier | No | No |
| Annual option | No | No |
Both services cost the same on their default plans at $10.99/mo.
Amazon Music Unlimited plans
All Amazon Music Unlimited plans
Prime Member Individual
$9.99/moDiscounted rate for Prime members • Lower cost if you already pay for Prime
- Discounted rate for Prime members
- Lower cost if you already pay for Prime
- Note: Requires active Prime membership
Individual
$10.99/moHD and Ultra HD audio • Alexa integration
- HD and Ultra HD audio
- Alexa integration
- Large catalog
- Note: Prime members often compare against the cheaper Prime member rate
Family
$16.99/moUp to 6 family members • HD/Ultra HD included
- Up to 6 family members
- HD/Ultra HD included
- Note: Same-household assumptions apply
Apple Music plans
All Apple Music plans
Individual
$10.99/moLossless audio • Spatial Audio
- Over 100 million songs ad-free
- Lossless audio
- Spatial Audio
- Apple Music Classical included
Family
$16.99/moUp to 6 people • Family Sharing
- Everything in Individual
- Up to 6 people
- Separate libraries and recommendations
- Family Sharing support
FAQs
Common questions about Amazon Music Unlimited vs Apple Music
Is Amazon Music Unlimited or Apple Music cheaper?
Both services cost the same on their default plans at $10.99/mo per month.
What are the main differences between Amazon Music Unlimited and Apple Music?
Amazon Music Unlimited: Prime-heavy households that want an upgraded music service and value Alexa integration and hi-res audio. Apple Music: Best for Apple ecosystem, lossless and spatial audio included free, no podcasts
Can I try Amazon Music Unlimited and Apple Music for free?
Amazon Music Unlimited: Check the official page for trial availability.. Apple Music: 1-month free trial. 3 months free with eligible new Apple devices.
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