Best Playlist Transfer Tools in 2026

We tested the top 5 tools for moving playlists between Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music, and more. Here's what actually matters: matching method, accuracy, and whether you're paying monthly for something that should cost once.

Last updated: March 2026

Why Matching Method Matters More Than Platform Count

Every playlist transfer tool does the same basic thing: take songs from one streaming service and find them on another. The difference is how they find them.

Metadata-first matching searches the destination platform by song name and artist (with ISRC, where supported at all, used only as a secondary signal). This works most of the time but can fail on remixes, live versions, regional variants, and songs that share a name.

ISRC-primary matching uses the International Standard Recording Code -- a unique ID assigned to every recording -- as the FIRST thing it checks. This gets you the exact version of every song. Tunarc's verified accuracy this way is 97%, across 170,000+ real tracks synced.

If you're transferring 1,000 songs, that's a meaningful difference in how many end up as the wrong version or missing entirely.

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Tunarc Our Pick
ISRC matching 97% accuracy $4.99 one-time Web-based

Tunarc uses ISRC codes to match tracks between Spotify, Tidal, and Apple Music. It transfers playlists, liked songs, albums, and followed artists. The free tier includes 1,000 tracks and 8 playlists -- more generous than most competitors.

The standout feature is the manual matching review: when Tunarc can't find an exact ISRC match, it flags the track and lets you choose the correct version manually instead of silently skipping it.

Strengths

  • ISRC matching for 97% accuracy
  • $4.99 one-time -- no subscription
  • Manual matching review for unmatched tracks
  • Transfers liked songs, albums, artists
  • Generous free tier (1,000 tracks)

Limitations

  • Only 3 platforms (Spotify, Tidal, Apple Music)
  • No mobile app -- web only
  • Spotify API restrictions require data export for some users
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FreeYourMusic
ISRC matching (claimed) ~$17.15/qtr or ~$229 lifetime Desktop + Mobile

FreeYourMusic also claims ISRC-primary matching per their own support docs. It supports 20+ platforms and runs as a native desktop and mobile app. Real-world reviews report a notably higher rate of missing or mismatched tracks than Tunarc's independently verified 97% figure, so treat the claim as unverified rather than equivalent.

If you need platforms beyond Spotify, Tidal, and Apple Music -- like Deezer, Amazon Music, or YouTube Music -- FreeYourMusic's broader platform support may be worth the trade-off.

Strengths

  • Claims ISRC-primary matching
  • 20+ platforms supported
  • Native desktop and mobile apps
  • Lifetime option available (~$229) as an alternative to subscribing

Limitations

  • Subscription-based (~$17.15/quarter or ~$45.80/year) unless you pay the ~$229 lifetime price
  • Free tier limited to 300 tracks (600 via newsletter signup), 1 playlist
  • Requires app installation
  • Match correction ("ReMatch") happens after transfer, not before like Tunarc's pending-track review
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TuneMyMusic
Metadata first, ISRC secondary $4.50/month Web-based

TuneMyMusic is one of the most well-known playlist transfer tools. It supports 20+ platforms and offers a clean web interface. It matches primarily by title, artist, and album metadata (with ISRC as a secondary signal, not the primary method), which means you can occasionally get the wrong version of a song (a remix instead of the original, a live cut instead of the studio recording).

The subscription model ($4.50/month, or $24/year billed annually) also adds up over time compared to Tunarc's one-time fee.

Strengths

  • 20+ platforms supported
  • Clean, easy-to-use interface
  • Supports CSV and URL imports
  • Well-established with a large user base

Limitations

  • Metadata-first matching can return wrong versions of songs
  • Monthly subscription ($4.50/mo)
  • No in-app way to manually correct a wrong match
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Soundiiz
Metadata first, ISRC via custom rules $4.50/month Web-based

Soundiiz has the widest platform support of any tool on this list -- over 45 services. If you need to transfer between niche platforms like Qobuz, Napster, or SoundCloud, Soundiiz is probably your only option. It also offers playlist management features like smart links and library organization.

Soundiiz matches primarily by title, artist, and album metadata (ISRC/UPC can be used via a custom matching rule, but it's not the default), and the $4.50/month subscription makes it an ongoing cost. The free tier is notably limited -- you can only transfer one playlist at a time.

Strengths

  • 45+ platforms -- the widest support available
  • Smart links for cross-platform sharing
  • Playlist management features

Limitations

  • Metadata matching leads over ISRC by default -- can misidentify remixes or live recordings
  • Monthly subscription required for full features
  • Very limited free tier (1 playlist at a time)
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SongShift
Text matching Free + $4.99 Pro iOS only

SongShift is an iOS-only app popular with iPhone users. It has a polished mobile interface and supports the major platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, YouTube Music, Amazon Music). The Pro upgrade is a one-time $4.99 purchase.

The major limitation is that it's iOS-only -- no Android, no web, no desktop. Transfers can also be slow with large libraries.

Strengths

  • Polished iOS app experience
  • One-time Pro purchase ($4.99)
  • Supports major platforms
  • Good for quick mobile transfers

Limitations

  • iOS only -- no Android, web, or desktop
  • Slow with large libraries
  • Limited free tier

Full Comparison Table

All five tools compared side by side.

Tool Matching Accuracy Price Platforms Type
Tunarc ISRC ~97% $4.99 once 3 Web
FreeYourMusic ISRC (claimed) Unverified vs. Tunarc's 97% ~$17.15/qtr or ~$229 lifetime 20+ App
TuneMyMusic Metadata first, ISRC secondary Claims 99%+ $4.50/mo 20+ Web
Soundiiz Metadata first, ISRC via custom rules Good (metadata-based) $4.50/mo 45+ Web
SongShift Text Not independently verified Free / $4.99 6 iOS

Our Pick

Tunarc -- Best overall for accuracy and value

If your music lives on Spotify, Tidal, or Apple Music, Tunarc gives you the highest accuracy at the lowest price. ISRC matching means you get the exact version of every song. The $4.99 one-time price means you're not locked into a subscription. And the manual matching review means even the 3% of unmatched tracks get handled properly.

For users who need 20+ platforms and can accept unverified accuracy claims, FreeYourMusic is the runner-up. For users who need 45+ platforms and don't mind metadata-first matching, Soundiiz covers the most ground.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tunarc has a verified 97% match rate across 170,000+ tracks synced, using ISRC codes (unique recording identifiers) as the primary matching method. FreeYourMusic also claims ISRC-primary matching, but real-world reviews report missing or mismatched tracks at a notably higher rate — Tunarc is the only tool with an independently verified accuracy figure at this scale.
Most tools offer a limited free tier. For unlimited transfers, Tunarc is the cheapest at $4.99 one-time (no subscription). FreeYourMusic's cheapest option is a ~$229 lifetime plan or ~$17.15/quarter. TuneMyMusic and Soundiiz both charge $4.50/month.
Most transfer tools match primarily by song name and artist, treating ISRC (where supported at all) as a secondary signal. When multiple recordings share similar names (remixes, live versions, remasters, covers), metadata-first matching can pick the wrong one. ISRC-primary tools like Tunarc avoid this by matching on the unique recording identifier first — though claiming ISRC-primary matching doesn't guarantee it's executed reliably in practice, as FreeYourMusic's real-world reviews show.

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