Download Streaming Audio - Best Software & Apps

VLC media player 2.2.6

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Platform: Windows; Android; Mac; iPhone

Simply the best multi-format media player

30016 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 2, More format support in version 2, Plays BluRay and HD
CONS: User interface is quite basic, User interface slicker in Mac version

iTunes (32-Bit) 12.2.2

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Platform: Windows; Mac

Still one of the best music players

6076 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 bit (64-Bit) 12.3.3

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Platform: Windows

Still one of the best music players

823 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!

Spotify 1.0.13

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

Find, share and enjoy your favorite music online

373 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

Google Play Music

License: Download
Platform: Android; iPhone; Web Apps

Access music offline or streaming online

57 votes

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

MPlayer RC 2 1.0

License: Download
Platform: Windows; Windows Mobile; Pocket PC

A great free player with support for hundreds of formats

118 votes

PROS: Support for hundreds of formats, Very fast response, Light on system resources, Extensive support for keyboard shortcuts
CONS: Dull interface

Open Broadcaster Software

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Platform: Windows

Live video streaming software for novice and advanced!

18 votes

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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

CherryPlayer 2.4.1

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Platform: Windows

Unlimited streaming audio, playlists, and YouTube downloads

359 votes

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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

MorphVOX Mac 1.2.4

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Platform: Mac

Digitally Change your Voice

101 votes

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PROS: Change your voice with a variety of filters, Add background sounds and special effects for great audio clips, Available for Mac OS and Windows PC,
CONS: Not a free program you must purchase a license in order to use this software,

Torch 1.2

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Platform: Android; iPhone; Windows; Palm OS

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GTA Radio 1.7

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Platform: Android

Listen to all the radio stations from Grand Theft Auto

10 votes

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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

Cricbuzz 1.0.0.5

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Platform: Windows

Get the latest cricket news from India with Cricbuzz

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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

XSplit Broadcaster 2.8.1607.1936

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Platform: Windows

An amazing video and audio streaming tool

16 votes

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PROS: Simple, easy-to-understand interface, Effective combination of video sources, Good value for money
CONS: Doesn't work well with all capture cards

YTD Music Downloader Pro 1.1.1

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Platform: Windows

Save your favorite streaming videos or audio music from youtube onto your computer with this software

4 votes

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iWisoft Free Video Downloader 2.1

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Platform: Windows

Download manager for streaming audio and video

79 votes

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PROS: Easy to use, Monitors browsing for media, Keeps a capture history, Can download multiple videos simultaneously, Works with all popular media formats
CONS: Doesn't allow you to select multiple files, Doesn't include a format converter

RarmaRadio 2.65

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Platform: Windows

Tune in to thousands of streaming radio and TV stations

40 votes

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PROS: Thousands of stations to choose from, Neat, convenient station structure, You can record up to 10 stations at the same time, Also includes TV channels
CONS: Interface is quite basic, Recording functionality only works with radio