Spotify vs YouTube Music vs Deezer

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If you pay for music streaming, you might be throwing money away. I tested all three Spotify vs YouTube Music vs Deezer and I discovered which one is really worth it – and the result surprised me!

Hey guys! If there's one thing I can't live without, it's music.

I listen to it while I work, drive, wash the dishes, and even when I pretend I'm at the gym (yes, sometimes I just put on my headphones and sit on the couch).

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But the big question everyone has is: What is the best music streaming service?

Today, the dispute is fierce between Spotify vs YouTube Music vs Deezer.

Each one has its advantages and disadvantages, and I decided to test all three in detail to tell you. which one is really worth subscribing to in 2025.

Want to save time and money? Then let's go to the most honest review you'll read today!

Music Catalog – Which has more options?

Here, what matters is: how many songs can you listen to without having to hunt for alternative links on Telegram?

Spotify: It has a monstrous collection, with practically all the popular and underground music you can imagine. In addition, it invests heavily in exclusive podcasts and even audiobooks in some countries.
YouTube Music: The difference here is that, in addition to the official songs, you can listen to remixes, live versions, rare soundtracks and even that rough concert audio recorded on a fan's cell phone. If it exists on the internet, it exists on YouTube Music.
Deezer: It has a catalog as large as Spotify's, but without all that podcast exclusivity. The difference? The HiFi mode, which delivers audio in absurd quality for those who really care about it.

Winner: YouTube Music, because in addition to having the official songs, it also has an infinite library of tracks that you won't find on other services.

Audio Quality – Who has the best sound?

If you are part of the team that believes that sound quality makes a difference, check out this comparison:

Spotify: Offers up to 320 kbps on the Premium plan, which is already quite satisfactory for most people. On the free plan, the quality drops, but it's still enough to survive.
YouTube Music: Use 256kbps AAC, which in practice means a slightly more compressed sound. Nothing that the ear of a common mortal will notice, but the most annoying audiophiles will notice.
Deezer: Here the conversation is different! The plan HiFi delivery 1,411 kbps in FLAC, which is practically a warm hug to the soul of anyone who values every note of the music.

Winner: Deezer, without a shadow of a doubt. If you want incredible audio quality and have good headphones, go for Deezer HiFi.

Price and plans – Which one offers the best value for money?

If you are not an heir and need to choose a plan that fits your budget, here is a price comparison:

Spotify Premium: R$ 21.90/month
YouTube Music Premium: R$ 20.90/month (includes YouTube without ads, which is already a huge advantage)
Deezer Premium: R$ 22.90/month (and HiFi costs a little more, but not much!)

If we're thinking about the best value for money, YouTube Music Premium comes out on top, because in addition to the music, you get rid of YouTube's annoying ads. It's like killing two birds with one stone.

Winner: YouTube Music, because who can stand annoying ads in the middle of a video, right?

Unique Features – What’s special about each one?

Now, let's talk about those little things that make a difference in the experience:

Spotify: It has the best music recommendation systems, automatic playlists based on your taste and exclusive podcasts (like Flow, PodPah and even some foreign ones like Joe Rogan).

YouTube Music: The best for finding any song on the planet, and it even lets you play clips in the background on your phone (for those who like to watch music videos without freezing the screen).

Deezer: The Flow feature, which basically reads your mind and plays songs that match your taste without you having to make playlists.

Winner: Spotify, because the recommendation algorithm is unreal. If you like discovering new music, this is the best.

Interface and usability – Which is the most beautiful and practical?

If you want an app that's easy to use and doesn't feel like a college project, here's the review:

🎨 Spotify: Clean, fluid and intuitive layout. It's very easy to find any song, create playlists and even listen offline.

📱 YouTube Music: Navigation isn't as intuitive as Spotify's, but it's improved a lot in recent years. Still, some options are a bit hidden.

🎵 Deezer: It's nice and organized, but sometimes the buttons feel like they're in the wrong place. It takes a while to get used to the interface.

Winner: Spotify, because besides being beautiful, it is the more intuitive and easier to use.

Final Verdict – Which is the best streaming service?

Now that I've tested all three, here's my pick for different profiles:

✅ If you want sound quality above all else: Deezer (HiFi really delivers premium sound).
🎶 If you love discovering new music and want an intuitive app: Spotify (the recommendation algorithm is unbeatable).
💸 If you want the best value for money and want to watch YouTube without ads: YouTube Music (it's a smart and economical choice).

My final opinion? I end up staying with the Spotify, because it delivers a complete experience, it's intuitive and it always recommends new songs that really suit me.

Now tell me in the comments: Which one do you use? Have you tried more than one? I want to know your opinion!