197+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Shazam is the household name in free song identification, but it's far from the only option. We track 197+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.9★ (8.7M) | No | No | Jul 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (5.7K) | Yes | No | Jul 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.8★ (181K) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.6★ (7.5K) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.3★ (721) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.8★ (41M) | Yes | No | Jul 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.5★ (6.6K) | Yes | No | Jul 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.7★ (5.7K) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
Instantly identify music playing around you or in other apps. Discover nearby concerts, lyrics, and videos. Access your music history and get personalized recommendations.
Instantly identify music playing around you. Discover song titles, artists, and lyrics, and save your discoveries to a personal history. Connect to streaming services to build playlists and explore new music.
Identify songs playing around you with a simple tap or voice command. Discover new music, view lyrics in real-time, and build playlists with integrated music streaming services.
Instantly identify songs playing around you or even when you hum a tune. Discover song titles, artists, and listen to previews on streaming services. Save your discoveries and create personalized playlists.
Instantly identify songs playing around you or by humming. Discover new music, view lyrics, and access music stats. Seamlessly save identified tracks to your Apple Music playlists.
Stream millions of free songs and podcasts, create personalized playlists, and discover new music. Upgrade for ad-free listening, offline downloads, and audiobooks.
Instantly identify songs from audio or video. Discover song details like album art and artist, and quickly access them on Apple Music. Keep a history of all your music discoveries.
Identify songs playing around you, discover lyrics, and access detailed music stats. Explore popular charts, translate lyrics, and integrate with Spotify or Apple Music to manage your playlists.
Easily identify birds by sight or sound using advanced machine learning. Explore birds in your region, track your sightings, and learn about species with photos, sounds, and range maps. This free app from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology helps build your birding skills.
Access the world's largest collection of song lyrics, music videos, and artist interviews. Explore annotated lyrics, discover facts behind your favorite tracks, and even contribute your own insights to the community.
Listen to your favorite music offline, on-demand, and anytime with unlimited downloads. Discover new releases, curated playlists, and identify songs playing around you. Enjoy music without data or Wi-Fi after downloading.
Identify birds by their songs or images. This app can recognize over 10,000 species, providing detailed information and photos. It's designed for bird lovers and nature enthusiasts to easily learn about avian life.
Struggling to recall a song stuck in your head? This app helps you identify music by entering lyrics or artist information. It provides a list of potential matches, including remixes and covers, with direct links to the iTunes store for easy purchasing and further details.
Record and edit your voice with professional audio tools and video filters. Sing along to millions of songs, duet with friends or artists, and share your music creations.
Instantly identify songs playing around you or from your device. Discover new music, view lyrics, and create custom ringtones. Build playlists and explore music history with a visual map.
Identify songs you hear with instant recognition, even from humming or singing. Explore similar music and artists, and share your discoveries. Integrates with voice assistants for a seamless experience.
Access detailed playback statistics for your music library, including play counts and last played dates. View song comments and album art directly on your device, even offline.
Instantly identify music playing around you for free. Simply tap a button to discover song titles and artists. Listen to recognized tracks on YouTube and Apple Music.
Explore public domain music, record audio, and transcribe it instantly with AI. This app offers tools for learning, creating, and analyzing audio content, all within a single platform.
Control the music at bars and restaurants directly from your phone. Browse nearby venues, queue your favorite songs, and create personalized playlists to set the mood for any night out. Earn perks and discover new music with this modern take on the classic jukebox experience.