Music apps to try in Taiwan in 2026: beyond Spotify
What matters most: discovery, sound, live versions or music tied to places? Explore six apps, including Spotify, KKBOX and jeojeo, and find a fit for your daily listening.
Music app pick 1 | Spotify
Introduction
Spotify brings everyday music listening and podcasts together. Search for an album when you know what you want, or start with recommendations and playlists when you want something new. It is an approachable starting point for building a listening routine.
Features
Create and share playlists, then explore personalised recommendations. Premium adds ad-free music and offline downloads. Free and paid listening differ; check Taiwan’s current plan page before subscribing.
Why we recommend it
Our pick for listeners who organise their day with playlists and regularly share songs. Try building a commute playlist and judge whether its recommendations earn a place in your library. Existing Spotify users can also explore the location-based approach of jeojeo below.
Music app pick 2 | Apple Music
Introduction
Apple Music is worth considering if you enjoy listening to whole albums. Playlists, radio and editorial selections offer routes beyond the charts, while time-synced lyrics help you follow a song. Try it on the devices you actually use each day.
Features
Offers lossless audio, Dolby Atmos for supported tracks and offline downloads. Apple Music Sing adds vocal adjustment on compatible songs and devices. Audio benefits depend on your equipment; high-resolution lossless may need an external DAC.
Why we recommend it
Our recommendation for album-focused listeners and people who enjoy following lyrics or exploring audio formats. Use a familiar album to compare library organisation and playback on your own equipment before committing to a subscription.
Music app pick 3 | YouTube Music
Introduction
Sometimes the performance that wins you over is a live session or a cover. YouTube Music suits listeners who discover songs through video and different versions, alongside official releases. It is a natural option if YouTube already plays a big part in your music discovery.
Features
Personalised mixes and activity playlists help organise discovery. Music Premium includes ad-free music, background play and downloads. Availability and audio/video switching depend on the content; embedded creator promotions can remain.
Why we recommend it
Our pick for comparing live performances, covers and studio recordings. Search for a few favourite versions before subscribing. If you already have YouTube Premium, check its Music benefits first to avoid paying for an overlapping plan.
Music app pick 4 | KKBOX
Introduction
KKBOX is worth trying if Mandarin releases, Asian pop and Taiwan’s music conversation shape your listening. Music, podcasts, charts and curated selections provide several ways to decide what to play next.
Features
Features include synced lyrics, personalised recommendations, lossless audio and Listen With interactions. Paid members can download music, and podcasts are available to Taiwan users. Device and plan support should be checked for your setup.
Why we recommend it
Our recommendation for listeners who want Mandarin music and local discovery in the same place. Look up artists you have recently seen live, compare their releases and lyrics, and try Listen With if shared listening appeals to you.
Music app pick 5 | StreetVoice 街聲
Introduction
StreetVoice is a useful place to meet independent musicians beyond your usual listening list. Creators publish original work, while editorial selections and community interaction offer ways in. Give unfamiliar songs some time rather than only searching for names you already know.
Features
Listen to platform music for free, save songs and follow artists. Song of the Day, editorial picks and charts guide discovery, with gig information connecting listening to live shows. Its focus is original and independent music rather than every mainstream release.
Why we recommend it
Our pick for small-venue regulars, festival listeners and anyone curious about emerging artists. Save a few songs, follow their creators and watch how their next release develops. It can complement your main streaming service with a different route to discovery.
Music app pick 6 | jeojeo
Introduction
A song can bring back a street corner, a café or a walk from a trip. jeojeo lets you place music on a map and create playlist maps: find a place or draw an area, then choose a song for it. Your listening collection gains a connection to real locations.
Features
Connect songs to places, build walking playlists and explore music others have placed around a city. The current public listing supports a Spotify account connection; playback depends on account and service conditions. Set location permissions to suit how you use the map.
Why we recommend it
Our recommendation for walkers, travellers and anyone who associates songs with memories. Start with three familiar neighbourhood spots and choose a track for each. A playlist map invites a different question: which song belongs to this place?
This article is edited by the jeojeo website and includes our own app. Recommendations reflect listening situations, not a paid ranking. Information checked September 29, 2026; features, music rights and plans can change. Check the official Taiwan service information before subscribing.