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Openwhyd vs TIDAL
Both stand on music streaming software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIExtensioniPhone+5
Openwhyd combines multi-source music discovery with social features, desktop playback, and open data tools. Users should expect source-track availability and mobile support to vary.
Visit Openwhyd Free trial AndroidiPhoneMac+2
TIDAL combines a large catalog with lossless, HiRes FLAC, Dolby Atmos, offline listening, and extensive device and DJ integrations. Its paid plans and lack of a free option make the trial useful for evaluating fit.
Visit TIDALThe facts
| Openwhyd | TIDAL | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Individual: $11.99 a month |
| Plans published | None | 7 |
| Maker | Openwhyd | Not published |
| Website | openwhyd.org | tidal.com |
| On music streaming software | #36 of 62 | #52 of 62 |
Openwhyd: what it does well
- Free access across many platforms
- Supports YouTube, SoundCloud, Vimeo, and Deezer
- Community likes, comments, sharing, and streams
- Desktop apps provide background playback
- JSON export and public Data Export API
What to know first
- Android app has not been built
- Tracks may disappear when source videos are removed
- Mobile track finder is experimental
- Collaborative playlists were cancelled
TIDAL: what it does well
- Over 180 million songs
- HiRes FLAC up to 24-bit/192 kHz
- Lossless and Dolby Atmos audio
- Offline, ad-free listening
- 30-day trial
What to know first
- No free plan
- Individual costs $11.99 a month plus applicable taxes
- Family is limited to six members
- DJ plans require DJ software
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