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YouTube Music vs Deezer 2026: Audio Quality & Pricing
YouTube Music offers superior music discovery through AI recommendations and integrated video content with 100M+ tracks, while Deezer excels in audio quality with HiFi lossless streaming at 16-bit/44.1kHz and stronger offline functionality for €10.99/month versus YouTube Music's $12.99/month.
YouTube Music
Google's AI-powered music streaming service with 100M+ tracks and integrated music videos.
Music discovery enthusiasts, music video fans, YouTube Premium subscribers, casual listeners prioritizing catalog breadth
Score71%
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Deezer
French streaming service emphasizing lossless audio quality with HiFi and mood-based discovery.
Audiophiles, travelers requiring offline listening, budget-conscious families, users in Europe seeking value pricing
Score71%
Quick Answer
AI SummaryYouTube Music offers superior music discovery through AI recommendations and integrated video content with 100M+ tracks, while Deezer excels in audio quality with HiFi lossless streaming at 16-bit/44.1kHz and stronger offline functionality for €10.99/month versus YouTube Music's $12.99/month.
Our Verdict
AI-assistedChoose YouTube Music if you value the largest music catalog (100M+ tracks), integrated music video content, and Google's superior AI recommendations for playlist generation. Choose Deezer if lossless audio quality is your priority, you want unlimited offline downloads, prefer lower pricing, and appreciate mood-based discovery through Flow algorithm.
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YouTube Music
7/10
Deezer
8/10
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Choose YouTube Music if
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Audio Quality Maximum:✓ Deezer wins(1411 kbps FLAC (HiFi) vs 320 kbps MP3)
- Music Catalog Size:✓ YouTube Music wins(100+ million tracks vs 73+ million tracks)
- Premium Subscription Cost (Monthly):✓ Deezer wins(€10.99 EUR (~$11.99 USD) vs $12.99 USD)
Key Facts & Figures
68 numeric metrics compared
| Metric | YouTube Music | Deezer | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Active Users(millions) | 1000+ million | — | — |
| Average Per-Stream Payout(USD) | $0.007 | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Premium)(USD) | $13.99 | — | — |
| Average Song Catalog Size(millions) | 100+ million tracks | — | — |
| Song Library Size(million songs) | 100+ million | — | — |
| Monthly Premium Subscription Cost(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Individual Monthly Subscription Cost(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Average Per-Stream Artist Payment(USD) | $0.007 (blended average) | — | — |
| Family Plan Monthly Cost(USD) | $17.99 | — | — |
| Per-Stream Artist Payment (Paid Tier)(USD) | $0.006-$0.012 | — | — |
| Free Tier Per-Stream Payment(USD) | $0.002-$0.004 | — | — |
| Blended Average Per-Stream Rate(USD) | $0.005-$0.009 | — | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 100M+ | — | — |
| Individual Premium Price(USD/month) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Family Plan Price(USD/month) | $22.99 | — | — |
| Device Compatibility(supported devices) | Android-optimized only | — | — |
| Recommendation Algorithm Quality(rating) | 8.1/10 | — | — |
| Market Share(%) | 12% | — | — |
| Total Music Tracks Available(millions) | 100+ million | — | — |
| Premium Subscription Price(USD/month) | $12.99 | — | — |
| Free Tier Skip Limit(skips per hour) | No skipping allowed | — | — |
| Annual Subscription Savings vs Monthly(USD discount) | $22.88 saved (buy yearly) | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Price (Premium/Paid Tier)(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Total Available Tracks(millions) | 100+ million | — | — |
| Global Streaming Market Share(%) | 13.8% | — | — |
| Free Tier Audio Bitrate(kbps) | 128 kbps | — | — |
| Artist Payout Per Stream(USD) | $0.003-0.005 | — | — |
| Minimum Streams for Monetization(streams) | 100,000 watches/month (YouTube Partner) | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Price (Individual)(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Maximum Audio Bitrate(kbps) | 320 kbps MP3 | 1411 kbps FLAC (HiFi tier) | |
| Paid Subscriber Base(millions) | 80 million | — | — |
| Annual Prime/YouTube Premium Bundle Cost(USD) | $139.99 (YouTube Premium music only) | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Price (Standard Tier)(USD) | $10.99/month | — | — |
| Annual Premium Cost with All Benefits(USD) | $139/year (Premium + YouTube ad-free) | — | — |
| Estimated Global Subscribers(million) | ~80+ million (estimated YouTube Music users) | — | — |
| Per-Stream Artist Payment(USD per stream) | $0.003-0.005 (estimated) | — | — |
| Premium Subscription Price (Monthly)(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Average Artist Per-Stream Rate(USD) | $0.003-$0.005 | — | — |
| Free Tier Ad Breaks Per Hour(number) | 15-20 per hour | — | — |
| Monthly Subscription Price (Standard)(USD) | $11.99/month | — | — |
| Total Song Catalog(millions) | 100+ million songs | — | — |
| Spatial Audio Tracks(millions) | Under 1 million (limited availability) | — | — |
| Offline Downloads Per Device(songs) | Unlimited | — | — |
| Compatible Smart Devices(device types) | Select Google devices + Google Home ecosystem | — | — |
| Family Plan Cost(USD/month) | $18.99/month (6 accounts) | — | — |
| Audio Quality Max Bitrate(kbps) | 256 kbps (AAC) | — | — |
| Music Catalog Size(million tracks) | 100+ million | 73+ million | |
| Premium Plan Monthly Cost(USD) | $12.99 | $11.99 (€10.99) | |
| Offline Download Limit Per Device(songs) | 100,000 songs maximum | Unlimited | — |
| Family Plan Cost (6 users)(USD) | $22.99 | $19.59 (€17.99) | |
| Monthly Premium Price(USD) | $11.99 | — | — |
| Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD) | $7.99 | — | — |
| Maximum Lossless Audio Bitrate(kbps) | 320 (MP3) | — | — |
| Music Video Catalog Size(millions) | 70+ official videos | — | — |
| Total Music Catalog(millions of songs) | 100+ million | — | — |
| Family Plan Member Limit(profiles) | 6 profiles | — | — |
| Music Library Size(millions of songs) | 90+ million | 90+ million | |
| Base Paid Subscription Price(USD/month) | $5.99-$14.99/month | $5.99-$14.99/month | |
| Subscription Tier Options(number of plans) | 4+ tiers | 4+ tiers | |
| Podcast Library Size(millions) | 500K podcasts | 500K podcasts | |
| Music Tracks Available(millions) | 100M+ tracks | 100M+ tracks | |
| Countries Available(countries) | 50+ countries | 50+ countries | |
| Maximum Audio Quality Bitrate(kbps) | 320kbps FLAC (HiFi) | 320kbps FLAC (HiFi) | |
| Countries Supported(count) | 180 countries | 180 countries | |
| Individual Plan Price(USD/month) | $11.99 | $11.99 | |
| Family Plan (6 accounts) Price(USD/month) | $19.99 | $19.99 | |
| Monthly Premium Price (USD)(USD) | $10.99 | $10.99 | |
| Global Active Users(millions) | 73 million | 73 million |
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Key Differences
7 attributes compared head-to-head
Deezer leads
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4DeezerYouTube Music
Attribute
Deezer
- 320 kbps MP3Audio Quality Maximum1411 kbps FLAC (HiFi)(winner)
- 100+ million tracks(winner)Music Catalog Size73+ million tracks
- $12.99 USDPremium Subscription Cost (Monthly)€10.99 EUR (~$11.99 USD)(winner)
- Full YouTube music videos included(winner)Video Music Content IntegrationLimited to audio only
- Up to 100,000 songs per deviceOffline Download LimitUnlimited downloads(winner)
- Google AI with contextual learning(winner)AI Recommendation EngineFlow algorithm with mood detection
- $22.99 USDFamily Plan Cost (6 users)€17.99 EUR (~$19.59 USD)(winner)
- Audio Quality Maximum
YouTube Music
320 kbps MP3
Deezer
1411 kbps FLAC (HiFi)(winner)
- Music Catalog Size
YouTube Music
100+ million tracks(winner)
Deezer
73+ million tracks
- Premium Subscription Cost (Monthly)
YouTube Music
$12.99 USD
Deezer
€10.99 EUR (~$11.99 USD)(winner)
- Video Music Content Integration
YouTube Music
Full YouTube music videos included(winner)
Deezer
Limited to audio only
- Offline Download Limit
YouTube Music
Up to 100,000 songs per device
Deezer
Unlimited downloads(winner)
- AI Recommendation Engine
YouTube Music
Google AI with contextual learning(winner)
Deezer
Flow algorithm with mood detection
- Family Plan Cost (6 users)
YouTube Music
$22.99 USD
Deezer
€17.99 EUR (~$19.59 USD)(winner)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | YouTube Music | Deezer |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Active Users(millions) | 1000+ million | — |
| Average Per-Stream Payout(USD) | $0.007 | — |
| Artist Payout Per Stream(USD) | $0.003-0.005 | — |
| Average Artist Per-Stream Rate(USD) | $0.003-$0.005 | — |
| Artist Payment Per Stream(USD) | $0.0075-0.008 | — |
| AI DJ Adoption Rate(percent) | Not available | — |
| Session Length Boost from AI Features(percent increase) | Data not available | — |
| Maximum Audio Quality(kbps/lossless) | 320 kbps standard | — |
| HiFi/Lossless Audio Support | No | — |
| Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio | Limited | — |
| Free Tier Audio Bitrate(kbps) | 128 kbps | — |
| Maximum Audio Bitrate(kbps) | 320 kbps MP3 | 1411 kbps FLAC (HiFi tier)(winner) |
Show 7 more attributesSpatial Audio/Dolby Atmos Support Limited — Spatial Audio Tracks(millions) Under 1 million (limited availability) — Audio Quality Max Bitrate(kbps) 256 kbps (AAC) — Lossless Audio Support Not available Yes—HiFi tier includes FLAC Maximum Lossless Audio Bitrate(kbps) 320 (MP3) — HiFi Lossless Audio Included with Premium Plus — Maximum Audio Quality Bitrate(kbps) 320kbps FLAC (HiFi) — | ||
| Integrated Podcast Content | YouTube-hosted only | — |
| Video/Shorts Integration | Primary growth engine via YouTube Shorts | — |
| Music Video Integration | Full native integration with official videos | Audio-only streaming |
| Artist Monetization Barrier | Wider access via Partner Program | — |
| Free Ad-Supported Tier(available or not) | Yes - full catalog with shuffle | — |
| Monthly Subscription Cost (Premium)(USD) | $13.99 | — |
| Monthly Premium Subscription Cost(USD) | $11.99 | — |
| Individual Monthly Subscription Cost(USD) | $11.99 | — |
| Family Plan Monthly Cost(USD) | $17.99 | — |
| Free Tier Availability | None | — |
Show 27 more attributesIndividual Premium Price(USD/month) $11.99 — Family Plan Price(USD/month) $22.99 — Free tier Yes (ad-supported) — Individual price $11.99/mo ($15.99 w/ YT Premium) — Family price (up to 6) $26.99/mo (w/ YT Premium) — Student price $6.99/mo — Premium Subscription Price(USD/month) $12.99 — Annual Subscription Savings vs Monthly(USD discount) $22.88 saved (buy yearly) — Monthly Subscription Price (Premium/Paid Tier)(USD) $11.99 — Monthly Subscription Price (Individual)(USD) $11.99 — Annual Prime/YouTube Premium Bundle Cost(USD) $139.99 (YouTube Premium music only) — Monthly Subscription Price (Standard Tier)(USD) $10.99/month — Annual Premium Cost with All Benefits(USD) $139/year (Premium + YouTube ad-free) — Premium Subscription Price (Monthly)(USD) $11.99 — Monthly Subscription Price (Standard)(USD) $11.99/month — Family Plan Cost(USD/month) $18.99/month (6 accounts) — Premium Plan Monthly Cost(USD) $12.99 $11.99 (€10.99) Family Plan Cost (6 users)(USD) $22.99 $19.59 (€17.99) Free Tier Available Yes—ad-supported with limitations Yes—limited 25 hours/month Monthly Premium Price(USD) $11.99 — Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD) $7.99 — Prime Member Price(USD) Not applicable — Base Paid Subscription Price(USD/month) $5.99-$14.99/month — Subscription Tier Options(number of plans) 4+ tiers — Individual Plan Price(USD/month) $11.99 — Family Plan (6 accounts) Price(USD/month) $19.99 — Monthly Premium Price (USD)(USD) $10.99 — | ||
| Content Types Supported(formats) | Audio + Video (music videos, official content, shorts) | — |
| Song Library Size(million songs) | 100+ million | — |
| Music videos | Yes — full library | — |
| Podcast integration | No | — |
| Audiobooks | No | — |
Show 6 more attributesTotal Song Catalog(millions) 100+ million songs — Music Video Catalog Size(millions) 70+ official videos — Total Music Catalog(millions of songs) 100+ million — Music Library Size(millions of songs) 90+ million — Podcast Library Size(millions) 500K podcasts — Music Tracks Available(millions) 100M+ tracks — | ||
| Artist Upload Restrictions(approval process) | Requires YouTube Partner Program verification | — |
| Artist Monetization Features (2026)(count) | Ad revenue sharing, Super Chat, channel memberships | — |
| Offline Downloads Supported(boolean) | Yes (Premium members) | — |
| YouTube Integration | Yes (seamless) | — |
| Offline Downloads Access(tier) | Premium subscribers only | — |
| Offline downloads | Yes | — |
| Synced lyrics | Yes | — |
Show 15 more attributesCollaborative playlists Limited — Social / friend activity No — AI DJ / smart recommendations Yes (auto-mix) — Official Music Videos Included Yes — Voice Assistant Integration Google Assistant (500M+ devices) — Offline Download Feature Yes, available on Premium — YouTube Video Integration(Yes/No) Full integration with official videos/Shorts — Offline Downloads Per Device(songs) Unlimited — Offline Download Limit Per Device(songs) 100,000 songs maximum Unlimited Offline Downloads (Mobile)(song limit) Unlimited with Premium — Family Plan Member Limit(profiles) 6 profiles — Desktop Download Support Desktop and mobile — Personalized Discovery Tools Deezer Flow, Flow+, AI-driven playlists — Video Content Integration No native video integration — Offline Download Limit(text) Unlimited (Premium) — | ||
| Average Song Catalog Size(millions) | 100+ million tracks | — |
| Google Ecosystem Integration(integration level) | Deep (Google Assistant, Workspace, Search, Android) | — |
| UI Redesign (2026) | Split-view Now Playing redesign rolling out | — |
| Recommendation Algorithm Quality(rating) | 8.1/10 | — |
| Free Tier Ad Breaks Per Hour(number) | 15-20 per hour | — |
| Artist Payout Structure | Standard streaming splits | — |
| Minimum Streams for Monetization(streams) | 100,000 watches/month (YouTube Partner) | — |
| Maximum Audio Bitrate/Quality(kbps or kHz) | 320kbps Opus (lossy) | — |
| Average Per-Stream Artist Payment(USD) | $0.007 (blended average) | — |
| Per-Stream Artist Payment (Paid Tier)(USD) | $0.006-$0.012 | — |
| Free Tier Per-Stream Payment(USD) | $0.002-$0.004 | — |
| Blended Average Per-Stream Rate(USD) | $0.005-$0.009 | — |
| Per-Stream Artist Payment(USD per stream) | $0.003-0.005 (estimated) | — |
| Native Apple Device Support(platforms supported) | Android, Wear OS, web browser only | — |
| Discovery Algorithm(data source type) | YouTube ecosystem video performance + watch history | — |
| AI Recommendation Algorithm | Deezer Flow algorithm (95% accuracy) | — |
| Maximum Audio Quality(kbps/bit-depth) | AAC 256kbps (lossy) | 320 kbps MP3 |
| Spatial Audio Support (Dolby Atmos) | No | — |
| Global Subscribers(millions) | 100M+ | — |
| Device Compatibility(supported devices) | Android-optimized only | — |
| Market Share(%) | 12% | — |
| Paid Subscriber Base(millions) | 80 million | — |
| Monthly Active Users(millions) | 100+ million(winner) | 56M+ |
| Global Active Users(millions) | 73 million | — |
| Audio quality (standard) | 256 kbps AAC | — |
| Lossless (CD quality) | No | — |
| Dolby Atmos / Spatial Audio | No | — |
| Siri integration | Google Assistant | — |
| CarPlay | Yes | — |
| Android Auto | Yes (preferred on Android) | — |
| Google Home / Nest | Native | — |
| Apple HomePod | Via AirPlay | — |
Show 1 more attributeCompatible Smart Devices(device types) Select Google devices + Google Home ecosystem — | ||
| Total Music Tracks Available(millions) | 100+ million | — |
| Catalog Size(million songs) | 100+ | — |
| Music Catalog Size(million tracks) | 100+ million(winner) | 73+ million |
| Free Tier Skip Limit(skips per hour) | No skipping allowed | — |
| Offline Downloads (Premium) | Unlimited downloads | — |
| Independent Artist Commission Rate(percent of revenue) | ~0.3-0.4 cents per stream | — |
| Total Available Tracks(millions) | 100+ million | — |
| Global Streaming Market Share(%) | 13.8% | — |
| Estimated Global Subscribers(million) | ~80+ million (estimated YouTube Music users) | — |
| Direct Artist Upload Available(Yes/No) | No (requires distributor) | — |
| Countries Available(countries) | 50+ countries | — |
| Countries Supported(count) | 180 countries | — |
YouTube MusicDDeezer
Monthly Active Users(millions)
1000+ million
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Average Per-Stream Payout(USD)
$0.007
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Artist Payout Per Stream(USD)
$0.003-0.005
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Average Artist Per-Stream Rate(USD)
$0.003-$0.005
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Artist Payment Per Stream(USD)
$0.0075-0.008
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AI DJ Adoption Rate(percent)
Not available
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Session Length Boost from AI Features(percent increase)
Data not available
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Maximum Audio Quality(kbps/lossless)
320 kbps standard
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HiFi/Lossless Audio Support
No
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Dolby Atmos Spatial Audio
Limited
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Free Tier Audio Bitrate(kbps)
128 kbps
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Maximum Audio Bitrate(kbps)
320 kbps MP3
1411 kbps FLAC (HiFi tier)
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Spatial Audio/Dolby Atmos Support
Limited
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Spatial Audio Tracks(millions)
Under 1 million (limited availability)
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Audio Quality Max Bitrate(kbps)
256 kbps (AAC)
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Lossless Audio Support
Not available
Yes—HiFi tier includes FLAC
Maximum Lossless Audio Bitrate(kbps)
320 (MP3)
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HiFi Lossless Audio
Included with Premium Plus
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Maximum Audio Quality Bitrate(kbps)
320kbps FLAC (HiFi)
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Integrated Podcast Content
YouTube-hosted only
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Video/Shorts Integration
Primary growth engine via YouTube Shorts
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Music Video Integration
Full native integration with official videos
Audio-only streaming
Artist Monetization Barrier
Wider access via Partner Program
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Free Ad-Supported Tier(available or not)
Yes - full catalog with shuffle
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Monthly Subscription Cost (Premium)(USD)
$13.99
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Monthly Premium Subscription Cost(USD)
$11.99
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Individual Monthly Subscription Cost(USD)
$11.99
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Family Plan Monthly Cost(USD)
$17.99
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Free Tier Availability
None
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Individual Premium Price(USD/month)
$11.99
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Family Plan Price(USD/month)
$22.99
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Free tier
Yes (ad-supported)
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Individual price
$11.99/mo ($15.99 w/ YT Premium)
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Family price (up to 6)
$26.99/mo (w/ YT Premium)
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Student price
$6.99/mo
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Premium Subscription Price(USD/month)
$12.99
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Annual Subscription Savings vs Monthly(USD discount)
$22.88 saved (buy yearly)
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Monthly Subscription Price (Premium/Paid Tier)(USD)
$11.99
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Monthly Subscription Price (Individual)(USD)
$11.99
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Annual Prime/YouTube Premium Bundle Cost(USD)
$139.99 (YouTube Premium music only)
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Monthly Subscription Price (Standard Tier)(USD)
$10.99/month
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Annual Premium Cost with All Benefits(USD)
$139/year (Premium + YouTube ad-free)
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Premium Subscription Price (Monthly)(USD)
$11.99
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Monthly Subscription Price (Standard)(USD)
$11.99/month
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Family Plan Cost(USD/month)
$18.99/month (6 accounts)
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Premium Plan Monthly Cost(USD)
$12.99
$11.99 (€10.99)
Family Plan Cost (6 users)(USD)
$22.99
$19.59 (€17.99)
Free Tier Available
Yes—ad-supported with limitations
Yes—limited 25 hours/month
Monthly Premium Price(USD)
$11.99
—
Ad-Supported Tier Price(USD)
$7.99
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Prime Member Price(USD)
Not applicable
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Base Paid Subscription Price(USD/month)
$5.99-$14.99/month
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Subscription Tier Options(number of plans)
4+ tiers
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Individual Plan Price(USD/month)
$11.99
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Family Plan (6 accounts) Price(USD/month)
$19.99
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Monthly Premium Price (USD)(USD)
$10.99
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Content Types Supported(formats)
Audio + Video (music videos, official content, shorts)
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Song Library Size(million songs)
100+ million
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Music videos
Yes — full library
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Podcast integration
No
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Audiobooks
No
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Total Song Catalog(millions)
100+ million songs
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Music Video Catalog Size(millions)
70+ official videos
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Total Music Catalog(millions of songs)
100+ million
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Music Library Size(millions of songs)
90+ million
—
Podcast Library Size(millions)
500K podcasts
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Music Tracks Available(millions)
100M+ tracks
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Artist Upload Restrictions(approval process)
Requires YouTube Partner Program verification
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Artist Monetization Features (2026)(count)
Ad revenue sharing, Super Chat, channel memberships
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Offline Downloads Supported(boolean)
Yes (Premium members)
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YouTube Integration
Yes (seamless)
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Offline Downloads Access(tier)
Premium subscribers only
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Offline downloads
Yes
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Synced lyrics
Yes
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Collaborative playlists
Limited
—
Social / friend activity
No
—
AI DJ / smart recommendations
Yes (auto-mix)
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Official Music Videos Included
Yes
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Voice Assistant Integration
Google Assistant (500M+ devices)
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Offline Download Feature
Yes, available on Premium
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YouTube Video Integration(Yes/No)
Full integration with official videos/Shorts
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Offline Downloads Per Device(songs)
Unlimited
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Offline Download Limit Per Device(songs)
100,000 songs maximum
Unlimited
Offline Downloads (Mobile)(song limit)
Unlimited with Premium
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Family Plan Member Limit(profiles)
6 profiles
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Desktop Download Support
Desktop and mobile
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Personalized Discovery Tools
Deezer Flow, Flow+, AI-driven playlists
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Video Content Integration
No native video integration
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Offline Download Limit(text)
Unlimited (Premium)
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Average Song Catalog Size(millions)
100+ million tracks
—
Google Ecosystem Integration(integration level)
Deep (Google Assistant, Workspace, Search, Android)
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UI Redesign (2026)
Split-view Now Playing redesign rolling out
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Recommendation Algorithm Quality(rating)
8.1/10
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Free Tier Ad Breaks Per Hour(number)
15-20 per hour
—
Artist Payout Structure
Standard streaming splits
—
Minimum Streams for Monetization(streams)
100,000 watches/month (YouTube Partner)
—
Maximum Audio Bitrate/Quality(kbps or kHz)
320kbps Opus (lossy)
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Average Per-Stream Artist Payment(USD)
$0.007 (blended average)
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Per-Stream Artist Payment (Paid Tier)(USD)
$0.006-$0.012
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Free Tier Per-Stream Payment(USD)
$0.002-$0.004
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Blended Average Per-Stream Rate(USD)
$0.005-$0.009
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Per-Stream Artist Payment(USD per stream)
$0.003-0.005 (estimated)
—
Native Apple Device Support(platforms supported)
Android, Wear OS, web browser only
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Discovery Algorithm(data source type)
YouTube ecosystem video performance + watch history
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AI Recommendation Algorithm
Deezer Flow algorithm (95% accuracy)
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Maximum Audio Quality(kbps/bit-depth)
AAC 256kbps (lossy)
320 kbps MP3
Spatial Audio Support (Dolby Atmos)
No
—
Global Subscribers(millions)
100M+
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Device Compatibility(supported devices)
Android-optimized only
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Market Share(%)
12%
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Paid Subscriber Base(millions)
80 million
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Monthly Active Users(millions)
100+ million
56M+
Global Active Users(millions)
73 million
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Audio quality (standard)
256 kbps AAC
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Lossless (CD quality)
No
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Dolby Atmos / Spatial Audio
No
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Siri integration
Google Assistant
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CarPlay
Yes
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Android Auto
Yes (preferred on Android)
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Google Home / Nest
Native
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Apple HomePod
Via AirPlay
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Compatible Smart Devices(device types)
Select Google devices + Google Home ecosystem
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Total Music Tracks Available(millions)
100+ million
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Catalog Size(million songs)
100+
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Music Catalog Size(million tracks)
100+ million
73+ million
Free Tier Skip Limit(skips per hour)
No skipping allowed
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Offline Downloads (Premium)
Unlimited downloads
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Independent Artist Commission Rate(percent of revenue)
~0.3-0.4 cents per stream
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Total Available Tracks(millions)
100+ million
—
Global Streaming Market Share(%)
13.8%
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Estimated Global Subscribers(million)
~80+ million (estimated YouTube Music users)
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Direct Artist Upload Available(Yes/No)
No (requires distributor)
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Countries Available(countries)
50+ countries
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Countries Supported(count)
180 countries
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Pros & Cons
10 pros·4 cons across both
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YouTube Music
+5-2
Pros
- 100+ million track catalog—largest available in streaming
- Full access to official music videos and live performances without separate app
- Google AI recommendations analyze listening context for personalized playlists
- Seamless integration with YouTube Premium (includes ad-free music + videos)
- Spatial audio support on compatible devices
Cons
- Maximum bitrate capped at 320 kbps MP3—no lossless audio option
- Limited to 100,000 offline downloads per device
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Deezer
+5-2
Pros
- HiFi tier offers 1411 kbps FLAC lossless audio—highest quality among competitors
- Unlimited offline downloads across unlimited devices
- Flow algorithm uses mood and context detection for personalized recommendations
- €10.99/month standard plan—15% cheaper than YouTube Music
- Family plan at €17.99 supports 6 users at 21% discount versus YouTube Music
Cons
- 73 million track catalog—27% smaller than YouTube Music
- No integrated music video content—requires external YouTube access
Frequently Asked Questions
5 questions
Both offer offline downloads, but with different limits. YouTube Music caps downloads at 100,000 songs per device. Deezer allows unlimited downloads across unlimited devices, making it superior for travelers or those with large music libraries.
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