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European music and video streaming services – GDPR compliant, without US data profiling and with fair compensation for European artists.
Spotify is already European – founded in Stockholm, Sweden
Spotify was founded in Stockholm in 2006 and is a Swedish company. By using Spotify, you're already supporting a European service. For an even more European focus, HiFi quality, or fairer artist compensation, consider the alternatives listed below.
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European streaming services – from mainstream to arthouse and HiFi.
Deezer
Music streaming service with EU data protection
- Over 90 million songs and podcasts
- 16 million tracks in lossless FLAC quality
- Flow: AI-personalized radio
- Real-time lyrics display
Qobuz
Hi-Fi music streaming with European data protection
- Hi-Res Audio up to 24-bit/192 kHz (Studio Master)
- Over 100 million tracks
- Editorial recommendations from music journalists
- Downloads for offline listening in Hi-Res
Viaplay
European premium streaming for sports and entertainment
- Formula 1, UFC, Premier League in Germany
- Scandinavian original series
- Available in 16 European countries
- Offline download available
RTL+
European streaming platform with a German-language focus
- Over 50,000 hours of German and international streaming content
- RTL exclusive series and shows
- Live sport: Formula 1, GNTM, Bundesliga highlights
- No advertising in Premium plans
SoundCloud
Music platform with direct artist monetisation
- Over 400 million tracks – the largest open music library
- Independent artists, DJs, remixes and podcasts
- Artists can upload and monetise content directly
- Discover music unavailable on any other service
MUBI
Curated film platform for arthouse and festival cinema
- A new curated film every day
- Arthouse, independent and world-class cinema
- MUBI GO: one cinema ticket per month included
- Exclusive previews and originals
Quick Compare
| Provider | Country | Top Feature | Alternative To | Price (From) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deezer | 🇫🇷 France | Over 90 million songs and podcasts | instead of Apple Music / Amazon Music | Free (ad-supported) · Premium from 10.99 €/month · Family from 17.99 €/month |
| Qobuz | 🇫🇷 France | Hi-Res Audio up to 24-bit/192 kHz (Studio Master) | instead of Apple Music / Tidal | Studio from 12.99 €/month · Studio Family from 21.99 €/month · Sublime (with downloads) from 16.67 €/month |
| Viaplay | 🇸🇪 Sweden | Formula 1, UFC, Premier League in Germany | instead of Netflix / Disney+ | Total from 14.99 €/month · Sport from 19.99 €/month · Series from 5.99 €/month |
| RTL+ | 🇩🇪 Germany | Over 50,000 hours of German and international streaming content | instead of Netflix | Premium from 6.99 €/month · Premium Duo from 9.99 €/month · 30-day free trial |
| SoundCloud | 🇩🇪 Germany | Over 400 million tracks – the largest open music library | instead of Spotify | Free (ad-supported) · SoundCloud Go from 5.99 €/month · Go+ from 9.99 €/month |
| MUBI | 🇬🇧 UK | A new curated film every day | instead of Netflix | From 9.99 €/month · Annual plan 95.88 € (7.99 €/month) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Qobuz better than Spotify?
Qobuz streams in lossless Hi-Res quality (up to 24-bit/192 kHz) – significantly better than Spotify Premium. It also offers editorial music reviews and a download model. For audiophiles, Qobuz is the first choice.
Is Deezer a real alternative to Spotify?
Yes – Deezer has similarly large libraries (90M+ tracks), an intelligent Flow function for personalized radio, and FLAC quality. The biggest advantage: Deezer is a European company (Paris) with GDPR-compliant data policies.
What exactly does Viaplay show?
In Germany, Viaplay broadcasts Formula 1, UFC, Premier League, and other sports content. It also offers Scandinavian original series. The content varies by subscription and region.
Who is MUBI best suited for?
MUBI is ideal for film lovers who look beyond mainstream – arthouse, independent films, world cinema, and restored classics. The curated model (30 films simultaneously) guarantees quality over endless mediocrity.