1. JioHotstar
JioStar · Mumbai · OTT, music & entertainment apps · 4.5/5
Streaming with live cricket and Disney content.
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with YouTube Music
- Built in India (Mumbai)
OTT, music & entertainment apps · Alternatives
Best YouTube Music alternatives in India (2026)
YouTube Music is an ott, music & entertainment apps product from Google, San Bruno, priced at Free plan with a free plan. We compared 20 alternatives on published price, free plan, platforms and made-in-India support: 20 have a free plan, 16 are built in India.
Quick answer
The closest alternatives to YouTube Music are JioHotstar (Free plan), Zee5 (Free plan), JioSaavn (Free plan), Gaana (Free plan) and SonyLIV (Free plan). JioHotstar is the top-ranked option with a free plan.
Why businesses look for a YouTube Music alternative
Indian support and GST
YouTube Music is built in United States. 16 alternatives are made in India, where GST, TDS and UPI are usually handled natively and support runs on IST.
YouTube Music alternatives compared
Ranked by how closely each product matches YouTube Music's category, pricing model, platforms and business size, then by rating. Prices exclude GST.
| # | Software | Starting price | Free plan | Platforms | Made in India | Rating | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | YouTube Music (current) | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.2/5 | — |
| 1 | JioHotstar | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 2 |  Zee5 | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 3 |  JioSaavn | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 4 |  Gaana | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 5 |  SonyLIV | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 6 |  Wynk Music | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 7 |  Spotify | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 8 |  Pratilipi | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 9 |  Pocket FM App | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 10 |  The Hindu App | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 | |
| 11 |  Amazon Music | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.3/5 | |
| 12 |  MX Player | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.6/5 | |
| 13 |  Airtel Xstream | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 14 |  Klikk | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 15 |  FanCode | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.2/5 | |
| 16 |  Twitch | Free plan | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | No | 4.1/5 | |
| 17 |  Dailyhunt | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 18 |  Times of India App | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 19 |  NDTV App | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.5/5 | |
| 20 |  Inshorts | Free | Yes | Web, Android, iOS | Yes | 4.4/5 |
Top 10 YouTube Music alternatives in detail
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with YouTube Music
- Built in India (Mumbai)
3. JioSaavn
Reliance Jio · Navi Mumbai · OTT, music & entertainment apps · 4.5/5
Indian music streaming.
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with YouTube Music
- Built in India (Navi Mumbai)
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with YouTube Music
- Built in India (Gurugram)
5. SonyLIV
Culver Max (Sony) · Mumbai · OTT, music & entertainment apps · 4.3/5
Streaming with sports.
Free plan
Free plan available
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with YouTube Music
- Built in India (New Delhi)
Free plan
Free plan available
8. Pratilipi
Pratilipi · Bengaluru · OTT, music & entertainment apps · 4.4/5
Indian language stories built in Bengaluru.
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with YouTube Music
- Built in India (Bengaluru)
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with YouTube Music
- Built in India (Bengaluru)
Free plan
Free plan available
Compared with YouTube Music
- Built in India (Chennai)
YouTube Music alternatives by what you need
Free YouTube Music alternatives
Indian alternatives to YouTube Music
How to choose a YouTube Music alternative
- Check telecom bundles before paying separately.
- Compare regional catalogues if language matters.
- Ad-supported tiers save money for casual use.
YouTube Music alternatives — FAQs
What is the best alternative to YouTube Music in 2026?+
The closest matches to YouTube Music on App Advisor are JioHotstar (Free plan), Zee5 (Free plan), JioSaavn (Free plan). They are ranked by how closely their category, pricing model, platforms and target business size match YouTube Music, then by rating. The best choice depends on your team size and budget.
Is there a free alternative to YouTube Music?+
Yes. 20 of the 20 alternatives listed have a free plan or are free: JioHotstar (Free plan), Zee5 (Free plan), JioSaavn (Free plan). Free plans usually cap users, records or transactions, so check the limits against your monthly volume.
Is there an Indian alternative to YouTube Music?+
Yes. 16 alternatives are built in India, including JioHotstar (Free plan), Zee5 (Free plan), JioSaavn (Free plan). Indian products usually handle GST, TDS and UPI natively and bill in rupees.
YouTube Music vs JioHotstar: which is better?+
JioHotstar is the closest match to YouTube Music in our catalogue. Key differences: Built in India (Mumbai). Compare them side by side before you book a demo.
How were these YouTube Music alternatives chosen?+
Every product listed sits in ott, music & entertainment apps or a category YouTube Music also covers, and Google's own products are excluded. Prices, free plans and platforms come from each vendor's official website. App Advisor does not sell any of this software.
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