TIDAL vs Qobuz

TIDAL9.2Visit Qobuz9.1Visit

Higher score TIDAL #2 in Music Streaming Software 9.2/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 4 of 4 features Visit TIDAL

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Qobuz #3 in Music Streaming Software 9.1/10 Paid ✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Qobuz

• TIDAL fits best

  Hi-res listeners and DJ workflows

• Qobuz fits best

  Audiophiles seeking hi-res streaming

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Side by side

Feature	TIDAL 9.2/10 Visit ↗	Qobuz 9.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.2	9.1
Ranking	#2 in Music Streaming Software	#3 in Music Streaming Software
Best for	Hi-res listeners and DJ workflows	Audiophiles seeking hi-res streaming
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	—	$4.99/user/mo
Free plan	—	—
Free trial	30 days	—
Deployment	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android	Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support	Tickets, Docs	Email, Live chat, Docs
Integrations	16 integrations	11 integrations
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise	Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features TIDAL 4/4 · Qobuz 4/4
Offline listening	✓	✓
Lossless audio	✓	✓
Family plan	✓	✓
Student plan	✓	✓
Specs
Maximum audio quality	Hi-res	Hi-res
Supported platforms	web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Apple TV, Android TV, Apple Watch, Chromecast, CarPlay, Android Auto, Amazon Alexa	web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Our review
Pros	HiRes FLAC playback up to 24-bit, 192 kHz Offline listening, Dolby Atmos, and ad-free playback Deep integrations across devices, cars, and DJ software	Lossless FLAC playback with Hi-Res audio up to 24-bit/192 kHz Offline downloads for tracks, albums, and playlists Broad support across mobile, desktop, automotive, and Hi-Fi systems
Cons	No free plan DJ access requires compatible DJ software Some DJ features are limited to select partners	No free plan for listeners who want an ad-supported option Hi-Res benefits depend on compatible devices and audio equipment Sublime discounts are limited to annual subscriptions
Our verdict	TIDAL is a paid music-streaming service for listeners who prioritize lossless and high-resolution audio. Its catalog combines lossless FLAC, HiRes FLAC up to 24-bit, 192 kHz, Dolby Atmos content, ad-free playback, offline listening,… Read the review →	Qobuz is a paid music streaming and download service for listeners who place audio quality ahead of a free listening option. Its Studio subscriptions include unlimited lossless and Hi-Res streaming, offline listening, and access to… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• TIDAL — where it wins

  • HiRes FLAC playback up to 24-bit, 192 kHz
  • Offline listening, Dolby Atmos, and ad-free playback
  • Deep integrations across devices, cars, and DJ software

  Where it doesn't

  • No free plan
  • DJ access requires compatible DJ software
  • Some DJ features are limited to select partners

• Qobuz — where it wins

  • Lossless FLAC playback with Hi-Res audio up to 24-bit/192 kHz
  • Offline downloads for tracks, albums, and playlists
  • Broad support across mobile, desktop, automotive, and Hi-Fi systems

  Where it doesn't

  • No free plan for listeners who want an ad-supported option
  • Hi-Res benefits depend on compatible devices and audio equipment
  • Sublime discounts are limited to annual subscriptions

• TIDAL9.2/10 · 30-day trial

  A strong fit for hi-res listeners and DJs who do not need a free tier.

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• Qobuz9.1/10 · Paid

  A strong fit for listeners who prioritize lossless and Hi-Res playback.

  Visit QobuzFull verdict →