Qobuz is the audiophile’s streamer, filled to the brim with incredible streaming quality and editorial content. It’s more expensive than the competition, but artists are paid more and the service you get remains unparalleled.
ForExcellent audio qualityGreat apps on all devicesGrowing libraryTop-notch curation and extra informationGood DAC featuresAgainstNo spatial audioMore expensive than the competition
Tidal was initially created as an answer to the low artist payments from Spotify, and it remains close to the top in artists’ royalties. It also packs in excellent streaming quality, as well as its own form of Spatial audio. It won’t set you back as much as Qobuz, either; or Spotify for that matter.
ForSuperb hi-fi soundDolby Atmos and Sony 360 Reality Audio supportExcellent curated contentUseful performance-boosting featuresClear artist remuneration policyAgainstNo annual subscription planNeeds hi-res-capable components to fully appreciate audio benefits
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