I have used Spotify since 2017. I remember how simpler and easier was to use. Spotify now adds tons of features that I never use. It makes the phone and desktop app slower. Sure, I am not using the newest iPhone or newest PC, but streaming platform should be optimized for older devices. I use iPhone 13, by the way.
My breaking point was Spotify pushing artists they promote such as Sabrina Carpenter. Sure, I could have blocked her music. But, I am not that big of a hater of her music to block her. It was just annoying how I couldn't escape her songs at all. Few time was fine, but every time is bit excessive.
Another reason was useless features that I don't need. Eat the playlist (Like... what), AI Playlist maker, Smart Shuffle, previews of songs in TikTok format. Let's not forget questionable UI changes.
When I decided to switch, I tried Deezer, Youtube Music, and Apple Music. I haven't bat an eye on Amazon Music. But, the only one that I liked was Tidal. It is minimalistic and simple. I only wish I can add my own playlist cover, but that's it.. The thing I wouldn't ever say years ago is that it has better discovery features. Spotify adds same 50 songs to all my customized playlist. I am not sure what downgrade happened there, but it's noticeable.
The actual reason why I stayed on Spotify is how long I have used it, and Spotify Wrapped. This year Spotify Wrapped was so bad, that I don't think it's worth staying anymore. I have lastfm, where I can check stats whenever I want to.
Sure, Spotify has social features. But, I have no friends... So, I never had issues with that. I mean, I prefer to be private rather than my friends being able to see what exact playlist, and song I am listening to.
And lastly, Tidal still has a heart button. :)
Tidal or Spotify?
Finally switched from Spotify to Tidal
Spotify vs. Apple Music vs. Tidal
New Tidal user here- Is Tidal dead?
Is Tidal actually better than Spotify?
Whether Tidal is “better” than Spotify depends on individual preferences. Tidal offers hi-fi and master-quality sound, which may appeal to audiophiles or those who prioritize sound quality. Spotify, on the other hand, has a vast music library and is well-known for its curated playlists and discovery features. So, if sound quality is a priority, Tidal might be viewed as better, but for playlist variety and discovery, Spotify has its strengths.
Is TIDAL louder than Spotify?
Both streaming services utilize loudness normalization, so music shouldn’t sound much louder on one versus the other.
Which is cheaper, Spotify or Tidal?
As of 2025, Tidal is more affordable than Spotify.
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About a year ago I changed to Tidal, from Spotify, but I still use Spotify for podcasts. The primary reason as to why I switched to Tidal is the bitrate (I went for their at the time HiFi 1XXX bitrate subscribtion as a student). I had just gotten my Sony WH-1000XM5 at the time, but I often find myself wondering why in the world Tidal does not have certain songs, altough their libary is huge I've never had this problem with Spotify before. So my question is whether or not Tidal is actually better in terms of audio quality when listening though Sony WH-1000XM5, or the Sony Linkbuds-S