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WhatsApp Messenger2.18.78

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; Windows Phone; Mac; iPhone

Send free text, audio and video messages from your Android phone

15778 votes

PROS: Lets you send photos, audio, video, location, and links, Group messaging, Works across different platforms, Support for Android Wear, Syncs with web version, Free calls, Save chats automatically to Google Drive
CONS: Only works if the other person has the app

VLC media player3.0.3

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Mac; iPhone

Simply the best free multi-format media player

42744 votes

PROS: Supports a wide range of formats, Good hotkey support, Easy to use, Very flexible and lightweight, Integration with web channel streaming services, Improved interface in version 3, More format support in version 3, Plays BluRay and HD, Completely free!
CONS: User interface is quite basic, User interface slicker in Mac version

iTunes12.8.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Still one of the best music players

14544 votes

PROS: Simplified interface, Apple Music streaming service, Improved playlist creation, Curated and automatic radio stations
CONS: Limited file formats supported, Amost overwhelming number of features!

iTunes 64 bit12.7.3

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Still one of the best music players

2339 votes

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PROS: Simplified interface, Improved playlist creation, Curated and automatic radio stations, Apple Music streaming service
CONS: Limited file formats supported, Amost overwhelming number of features!

FL Studio20.0.3.532

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

A complete virtual studio to create your music

18401 votes

PROS: Supports multiple midi-ins, Loads of plugins, Intuitive interface, Smart search, Multiple editing possibilities, Mixer is filled with presets
CONS: Beginners may get lost in browser view

Spotify1.0.85.257

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; iPhone; Mac; Windows Phone; Web Apps

Find, share and enjoy your favorite music online

3329 votes

PROS: New iPod sync and MP3 download features, Organize your music in customizable playlists, Share collaborative playlists with friends, Streaming radio with filters, Social features: friend list, Facebook connect, Import your MP3 files into the program
CONS: You'll have to put up with ads in the Free version, Individual songs can only be paid with credit card, Some songs are not available for download

Shazamvaries-with-device

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Mac; Windows Phone; iPhone

Instantly find out which song is playing

537 votes

PROS: Huge database of music, Extremely simple to use, Keeps a history of searched-for songs, Well-integrated social aspect
CONS: Won't recognize every song

AIMP4.51.2080

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

An excellent audio player with handy extra tools

8041 votes

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PROS: Nice interface design with support for skins, 18-band equalizer, Support for online radio, Full featured tag editor, Support for all popular audio formats
CONS: None so far

Free Music Downloader1.0

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows; Windows Phone

Download and listen to your favourite tracks

119 votes

PROS: Comprehensive equalizer, Lock screen controls
CONS: Difficulty downloading songs, Contains ads

Free Alarm Clock4.0.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Set up multiple customizable alarms on Windows

855 votes

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PROS: Attractive minimalist interface, Built-in alarm sounds, Lets you use custom audio files
CONS: May be too simple for some users

Adobe Audition2017.10

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Professional audio editor and post production suite

3185 votes

PROS: Supports multi-track editing, Clean tabbed interface, Allows editing of frequencies, Supports editing native 5.1 surround sound, Very fast opening time, Integrated with Creative Cloud
CONS: MIDI support complex, No ‘simple’ mode for easy editing, Long installation process, No CD burning tools, Requires Creative Cloud subscription

DJ Mixer Express5.8.3

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Mix and play songs on two turntables

3478 votes

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PROS: Lots of functions and tools , Well laid out, easy to understand interface
CONS: Trial only 20mins

Google Play Musicvaries-with-device

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; iPhone; Web Apps

Free Software for Music Lovers

74 votes

PROS: Great audio quality, Integrated with YouTube and other tools
CONS: Takes a while to set up, Limited non-musical content

Tumblr3.7.2.03

License: free Download
Platform: Android; iPhone; Web Apps; Windows Phone; BlackBerry

Update Tumblr blogs from your Android device

84 votes

PROS: Easy to use, Upload photos, video and audio on the fly, Clear dashboard view, Twitter integration
CONS: Sometimes freezes or crashes

Serato DJ1.0.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Professional software for professional DJs

1023 votes

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PROS: Professional mixing, Well-designed interface, Quality effects, Up to 4 decks, 8 cue points, Useful help menu
CONS: Not beginner-friendly, Only compatible with DDJ-SX, Not very useful without a controller

Spotify Music

License: free Download
Platform: Android; Windows

The music you want, when you want it

176 votes

PROS: Large music library, Great sound quality, Excellent music discovery options, Slick interface, Offline mode (for premium subscribers)
CONS: Battery killer, Not great with weaker data connections

AbletonLive (32 bit) 9.5.32

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Sequencer for live or studio sessions

1432 votes

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PROS: Encompasses all processes, Tutorials and guides, Intuitive interface
CONS: Requires technical knowledge

JetAudio8.1.6

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Much more than just a music player

2174 votes

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PROS: Nice customizable interface, Works with all popular formats, Includes interesting extra features
CONS: Doesn't have many skins or visual effects

Vocal Remover Pro2

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Kit yourself out for karaoke with Vocal Remover Pro

241 votes

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PROS: Very simple interface., Strip the vocals out of tracks without losing the music., Create tracks for practise or karaoke.
CONS: Some tracks just can't be cleaned completely

DJ Sound Effects and Ringtones36.0

License: free Download
Platform: Android

Add some cool DJ sound effects to your phone

10 votes

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PROS: Lots of fun DJ effects and sounds, Slick interface, Easy to add as ringtones or SMS tones
CONS: Sound effects are all very generic

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic
#	Name	Version	Votes	Rating	Platform
1	AIMP	4.51.2080	8041	8.6	Windows
2	WhatsApp Messenger	2.18.78	15778	7.9	Android, Windows, Windows Phone, Mac
3	VLC media player	3.0.3	42744	7.7	Windows, Android, Mac, iPhone
4	FL Studio	20.0.3.532	18401	7	Windows, Mac
5	iTunes	12.8.0	14544	6.8	Windows, Mac

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic

Version

Votes

Rating

AIMP

4.51.2080

8041

8.6

Windows

WhatsApp Messenger

2.18.78

15778