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BBC Sounds vs Winamp for Artists

Both stand on audio player software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

BBC Sounds

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

BBC Sounds offers on-demand audio and offline podcast downloads to listeners in the UK. Outside the UK, access to BBC radio content varies and BBC Sounds itself is unavailable.

Visit BBC Sounds

Choose Winamp for Artists if you want a music-focused website with streaming links, merchandise sales and fan engagement tools. Ultra is the listed plan that includes the Website Builder and Fanzone. Labels is available for multiple profiles, with custom billing based on request.

Visit Winamp for Artists

The facts

	BBC Sounds	Winamp for Artists
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, iPhone, Web	Android, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Ultra: €12.99 a month
Plans published	1	3
Maker	Not published	Winamp for Artists
Website	bbc.com	winamp.com
On audio player software	#3 of 18	#7 of 18

BBC Sounds: what it does well

Most programs are available on demand.
Episode pages show how long each episode remains available.
Mobile app supports podcast downloads for offline listening.
Some content can be played without signing in.

What to know first

BBC Sounds is exclusive to UK listeners.
App requires Android 7.0 or later or iOS 16.1 or later.
International on-demand radio availability varies.
Chromecast options are not available at that time.

Winamp for Artists: what it does well

Links releases directly to major streaming platforms.
Supports membership tiers with exclusive releases and updates.
Lets artists sell merchandise from their website.
Fan CRM supports email and WhatsApp campaigns.
Available on web, Android and iOS.

What to know first

Website Builder and Fanzone require the Ultra plan.
Labels plan pricing is custom and based on request.

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