SoundCloud

Recognized by users for outstanding digital experiences

SoundCloud is an artist-first music platform founded in 2007, connecting artists and fans across 193 countries. Its app lets users discover, stream, and share music from 40M+ artists, while supporting independent creators through Fan-Powered Royalties.

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unitQ Score

Reflecting the proportion of users reporting a seamless experience.

What users love about SoundCloud

Based on 66,060 reviews of SoundCloud in 2025, these are the three themes users mentioned most consistently.

Content & variety

Remixes, unreleased tracks, DJ sets, and independent artists give it a catalog users can't find on any mainstream competitor. The depth is unmatched.

Entertainment & enjoyment

Stumbling onto a new artist or a track you can't find elsewhere is what keeps users coming back. Reviewers say listening feels like exploration.

Features & functionality

Playlists, reposts, artist stations, and commenting on waveforms add a social layer. Users say the community dimension sets it apart from pure streaming apps.

What users are saying

Real reviews from real customers in 2025.

Amazing app to upload your singles, mixtapes, and albums to get your music heard worldwide.

Google Play Review

Been using SoundCloud for years and with my experience specifically it's the best music app I've ever had. Easy to make music and upload to, find underrated artists early, or stream your favorite artist!

App Store Review

SoundCloud is an incredible platform for discovering new music and independent artists.

App Store Review

Get SoundCloud

SoundCloud connects fans with 40+ million artists worldwide. Discover, stream, and share music — from emerging independent creators to established names — across 193 countries.

Our methodology

The Epic Awards are based entirely on public feedback. unitQ analyzed 83.3 million reviews from the Apple App Store and Google Play throughout 2025. Our AI models identify themes, assess sentiment, and calculate the unitQ Score to recognize the apps delivering the highest-quality experiences.

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EVALUATION PERIOD

January 1 – December 31, 2025

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