Best Last.fm Alternatives
The top-ranked Last.fm alternative is ListenBrainz (Open Source). The best free option is Shazam.
Last.fm pioneered music scrobbling and discovery, but its recommendations and interface feel dated to many listeners. People seek alternatives with better stats, richer discovery, or open-source scrobbling.
1ListenBrainz
Open SourceOpen-source scrobbling and music discovery service from MetaBrainz.
2Leading streaming service; lossless audio included in Premium since September 2025.
3stats.fm
FreemiumDetailed listening statistics and insights built on your Spotify data.
Musixmatch
FreemiumLyrics platform that also tracks and identifies what you're listening to.
Shazam
FreeIdentifies songs playing around you and builds a discovery history.
Apple's streaming service with lossless audio and a huge catalog.
Platform for independent artists, remixes, and emerging music.
Bandcamp
FreemiumMarketplace and streaming platform supporting independent musicians.
Pandora
FreemiumPersonalized radio and music streaming service in the US.
Google's streaming service with official tracks, remixes, and live versions.
Maloja
Open SourceSelf-hosted, open-source music scrobble server and stats dashboard.
Last.fm alternatives: FAQ
What is the best alternative to Last.fm?
ListenBrainz is ranked first on this list (Open Source). The ranking combines our base score with readers' votes, so it can change.
What is the best free alternative to Last.fm?
The highest-ranked free or open-source options here are ListenBrainz, Shazam and Maloja.
Which Last.fm alternatives work on Mac?
Spotify and Apple Music run on macOS.
Which Last.fm alternatives work on Linux?
Spotify run on Linux.
Are there Last.fm alternatives for Android?
Yes: Spotify, stats.fm, Musixmatch and Shazam have Android apps.
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