In this practical tip we let the two music streaming services Sony Music Unlimited and Spotify compete against each other.
Sony Music Unlimited will be discontinued from 29 March 2015. Sony will replace its own streaming service with the well-known Spotify service. The two companies enter into a cooperation.
Sony Music Unlimited will also be replaced by Spotify on PlayStation 3 and 4. If you would like to subscribe here, you can pay conveniently via PlayStation Wallet.
From 28 February, you can link your PSN account to a Spotify premium account. If you have subscribed to Sony Music Unlimited, you will no longer pay a fee as of March. From this point on, Spotify-Premium can be tested free of charge for one month.
Conclusion: If you already use Spotify, you will soon be able to use the service on your console. A subscription to Sony Music Unlimited no longer makes sense and will soon no longer be possible.
Both services are now mature streaming portals that only differ in a few points:
Free access: Free use is only possible with Spotify. Here, the revenues are generated via advertising flashes. With Sony Music Unlimited you can start a free trial month after entering your account details.
Selection: Spotify offers a slightly larger selection of titles. Of course you will find well-known songs on both platforms.
Availability: Sony Music Unlimited is also available on PS3, PS4, PSP, PS
Vita and Bravia televisions and Sony tablets available. Spotify is available mobile on iOS and Android as well as Windows Phone and BlackBerry smartphones.
Sony: If you want to use Sony Music Unlimited on your PC or the PS3 and PS4, you can buy the access package for 4.99 euros a month. If you also want to use the service on mobile or other Sony products, you will need a premium subscription for 9.99 Euro per month. This includes a free trial month.
Spotify: With Spotify, you can purchase a premium subscription for 9.99 euros a month. You’ll get unlimited, ad-free access – both mobile and on your computer. The first time you sign up, you get a free trial month.