Download Streaming Audio - Best Software & Apps
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- 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!
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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!
- 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
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YTD Music Downloader Pro1.1.1
- License
- free Download
- Platform
- Windows
A free program for Windows, by Bytewise Computer Solutions.
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Google Play Music
Access music offline or streaming online
- PROS: Easy to use, Simple setup, Offline and online usability
- CONS: Requires data connection for best use, Will import artist even if already on device
- PROS: Save on microphone cost, Multiple connection methods
- CONS: Not compatible with iPhone, Only for use with Android OS
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Open Broadcaster Software
- License
- free Download
- Platform
- Windows
Live video streaming software for novice and advanced!
- PROS: Great free software with all the bells and whistles of a paid program, Support for Twitch, YouTube, DailyMotion, Hitbox and other popular services, Huge library of plugins all available for free, along with the source code, on GitHub
- CONS: Open source usually means slower releases for newer operating systems and hardware. Expect to have less up to date support
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CherryPlayer2.4.1
- License
- free Download
- Platform
- Windows
Unlimited streaming audio, playlists, and YouTube downloads
- PROS: Huge library, Good audio quality, YouTube and Last.fm integration, Opens Amazon.com MP3 store to purchase tracks, Trending tracks
- CONS: Messy interface, Some videos require you to register to watch, No video/audio converter
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Wynk Music1.3.2.4
Listen to Hindi and international hits on your smartphone
- PROS: Streaming millions of songs, Curated playlists for song discovery
- CONS: Contains ads, Requires paid subscription to access all content
- PROS: Live streaming scores and commentary, Audio commentary of matches in different languages
- CONS: Lacks video streaming of matches, Content-heavy interface slows down live features
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MPlayerRC 2 1.0
- License
- free Download
- Platform
- Windows
- Pocket PC
- Windows Mobile
A great free player with support for hundreds of formats
- PROS: Support for hundreds of formats, Very fast response, Light on system resources, Extensive support for keyboard shortcuts
- CONS: Dull interface
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- PROS: Free to download and use, Huge number of useful features
- CONS: Can be tricky to get to grips with, Several hours of required to learn
- PROS: Includes stations from six GTAs, Lots of great music and chat radio, Generally smooth streaming
- CONS: Poor audio quality, Station navigation could be better
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XSplit Broadcaster2.8.1607.1936
- License
- buy Download
- Platform
- Windows
An amazing video and audio streaming tool
- PROS: Simple, easy-to-understand interface, Effective combination of video sources, Good value for money
- CONS: Doesn't work well with all capture cards
- PROS: Easy to use, Tons of features, New features are frequently added
- CONS: Online TV is limited to free broadcasts
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- PROS: Lots of stations , Good design, Multiple sorting options , Allows you to save your favorites
- CONS: Classification isn't always accurate
- PROS: Easy to use, IP filter, Supports DHT, PEX and Magnetic Link, RSS management, Good advanced options
- CONS: None so far
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- PROS: Records system sounds with ease, Tons of options and settings to adjust, Easy to use interface
- CONS: Limited trial, Search feature buggy
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- PROS: Audio & video download via streaming, Includes a BitTorrent manager, Very convenient download manager, Social functions, All the advantages of Google Chrome
- CONS: Can't select format for media download, Resource consumption of the BitTorrent client
| # | Name | Version | Votes | Rating | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CherryPlayer | 2.4.1 | 422 | 7.6 | Windows |
| 2 | Spotify | 1.0.89.313 | 3475 | 7.6 | Windows, iPhone, Mac, Windows Phone |
| 3 | MPlayer | RC 2 1.0 | 426 | 7.5 | Windows, Pocket PC, Windows Mobile |
| 4 | iTunes | 12.9.2.6 | 15477 | 6.9 | Windows, Mac |
| 5 | iTunes 64 bit | 12.9.1 | 2567 | 6.8 | Windows |
