Head-to-head · Music Streaming Software
Deezer vs KKBOX
Deezer leads on 1 check, KKBOX on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreDeezer · 9.3/10
- Free planonly Deezer
- Free trialboth
Deezer scores higher on our rubric for music streaming software: 9.3 against 8.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #11.
Deezer offers free plan; KKBOX doesn't. On maximum audio quality, KKBOX gives you Hi-res where Deezer offers Lossless.
Deezer is the better fit for broad, high-quality streaming across devices. KKBOX is the better fit for hi-res streaming with family accounts.
- Deezer fits best
Broad, high-quality streaming across devices
- KKBOX fits best
Hi-res streaming with family accounts
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Side by side
| Feature | Deezer 9.3/10 Visit ↗ | KKBOX 8.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.3 | 8.2 |
| Ranking | #1 in Music Streaming Software | #11 in Music Streaming Software |
| Best for | Broad, high-quality streaming across devices | Hi-res streaming with family accounts |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | 14-day trial |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | — |
| Free trial | 30 days | 14 days |
| Free trial length | 30 days | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Tickets, Community, Docs | |
| Integrations | 11 integrations | 1 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business |
| Features Deezer 4/4 · KKBOX 4/4 | ||
| Offline listening | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lossless audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Family plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Student plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Maximum audio quality | Lossless | Hi-res |
| Supported platforms | web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | web, ios, android |
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| Our verdict | Deezer is a music and podcast streaming service for listeners who want a large catalog, personalized discovery, and access across web, desktop, and mobile apps. Its catalog includes over 120 million songs, alongside podcasts, lyrics with… Read the review → |
KKBOX is a paid music and podcast streaming service operated by KKCompany Technologies. It combines a broad set of listening features with a particular focus on Chinese-language and other Asian music, while also offering English, Japanese,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Deezer — where it wins
- Over 120 million songs with personalized mixes and playlists
- Lossless FLAC HiFi playback and offline listening for paid plans
- Works across five platforms and a wide range of connected devices
Where it doesn't
- The free tier includes advertising
- Offline listening requires a paid subscription
- Pricing and plan availability vary by region
KKBOX — where it wins
- Lossless and Hi-Res audio playback
- Family subscriptions with separate accounts
- Offline playback across web, iOS, and Android
Where it doesn't
- No free plan
- Catalog and availability vary by territory
- Verified integration is limited to Chromecast
- Deezer9.3/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial
A flexible streaming service for listeners who value catalog depth, discovery, and sound quality.
Visit DeezerFull verdict → - KKBOX8.2/10 · 14-day trial
A strong fit for hi-res listeners who want offline playback and separate family accounts.
Visit KKBOXFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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