Apple Music is a popular music streaming service, but there are several third-party apps that can make your experience even better.
If you’re an Apple Music subscriber, these apps will help you rediscover your music library and enjoy new features.
SongCapsule
SongCapsule, formerly known as Next DJ, is not an alternative music player but a tool to help you rediscover old songs in your library.
It creates smart playlists and mixes songs from your favorite artists and genres. One of its best features is the Forgotten Songs playlist, which brings together songs you may have forgotten about.
SongCapsule also creates playlists based on your most played songs and tracks you’ve never played. It costs $4.99 as a one-time purchase.
Marvis
Marvis is a great alternative to the Apple Music app. It allows you to customize your home screen with sections like Recently Played, Loved Songs, and Top Charts.
The app has a side menu for easy access with one hand and an intuitive interface that works in both portrait and landscape modes.
Marvis costs $9.99 as a one-time purchase, with an additional Last.fm integration available for $5.99.
SongCapsule Quiz
From the makers of SongCapsule, SongCapsule Quiz is a fun game that challenges you to guess the song playing. You can earn points based on how quickly you identify the songs.
The app integrates with Apple’s Game Center, and you can share your score with friends. It’s free to try, with a Deluxe version available through a subscription or lifetime purchase.
Soor
Soor is another alternative to the official Apple Music app. It offers a highly customizable interface and features like Magic Mix, which creates playlists based on filters like artists, genres, and play count.
Soor also has widgets for easy access to your music. It costs $6.99 as a one-time purchase.
MusicHarbor
MusicHarbor is perfect for users who want to track their favorite artists. You can follow artists and get notifications when they release new albums or songs.
The app also shows concert schedules and news about the artists. It’s free to try, with some features available through in-app purchases.
Longplay
Longplay focuses on helping you rediscover entire albums and playlists, excluding songs you’ve added individually.
The app shows album artwork and lets you listen to music in shuffle mode or use AirPlay. It costs $5.99 as a one-time purchase.
NowPlaying
NowPlaying helps you discover the stories behind the songs and albums you’re listening to. It shows album release dates, chart rankings, and even the number of versions released.
NowPlaying is available on iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro. The app is free to try, with a Gold version available through in-app purchases.
These apps provide a new way to enjoy Apple Music. Whether you want to replace the official Music app or rediscover old favorites, these tools offer exciting features to enhance your music experience.
