Spotify has 9 features Amazon Music user can only dream of
Alright, so I came across this news about Spotify having nine features that Amazon Music users can only wish for.
Here’s the deal with these nine features, explained like I’m telling you over chai:
- Standalone App Updates: Spotify’s app gets updates whenever they want to roll out new stuff, like bug fixes or cool features. You just update it from the app store, and boom, you’ve got the latest version. Amazon Music, on the other hand, sometimes feels tied to Amazon’s ecosystem, and updates aren’t always as quick or independent. It can feel like you’re waiting for Amazon to decide when to push new features.
- AI DJ: Spotify has this AI DJ feature (mostly for Premium users in some countries) that acts like a personal radio host. It picks songs based on what you listen to and even throws in some commentary about the tracks or artists. It’s like having a buddy who knows your music taste inside out. Amazon Music has personalized playlists, but they don’t have this kind of interactive, AI-driven guide that feels like it’s talking to you.
- Music and Podcasts Together: Spotify mixes music and podcasts in one app, which some people love because it’s all in one place. You can switch from a song to a podcast without jumping apps. Amazon Music also has podcasts, but their setup feels more separate, and the podcast library isn’t as massive as Spotify’s 7 million titles. If you’re into both music and podcasts, Spotify’s integration is smoother.
- Spotify Codes: These are like QR codes you can scan to share a song or playlist with someone in real life. Imagine you’re at a party, and you scan your friend’s Spotify Code to grab their playlist. Super easy and fun. Amazon Music doesn’t have anything like this, so sharing feels more manual, like sending links or searching for stuff.
- Better Public Profiles: Spotify lets you follow friends or artists and see what they’re listening to, especially on the web or desktop app. It’s a social thing—like you can see your buddy’s obsessed with Badshah and start a chat about it. Amazon Music has some social features, but they’re not as in-your-face or easy to find. Spotify’s profiles make it feel like a community.
- Running Tempo Detection: Spotify can match music to your running pace, so if you’re jogging, it picks songs with the right beat to keep you moving. This is great for workouts. Amazon Music has workout playlists, but they don’t have this smart tempo-matching trick that adjusts to your speed.
- Smart Shuffle and Queue Controls: Spotify’s been upgrading how you manage your music queue. You can see what songs are coming up, tweak them, and use features like Smart Shuffle to mix in new tracks that fit your vibe. Amazon Music lets you shuffle and queue songs, but it’s not as slick or customizable as Spotify’s setup.
- Snooze Feature: Spotify’s testing a feature where you can “snooze” a song for 30 days if you’re tired of it showing up in your recommendations. It’s like telling Spotify, “Chill, I need a break from this track.” Amazon Music doesn’t have a way to temporarily block songs like this, so you might keep hearing stuff you’re over.
- Playlist Creation Tools: Spotify’s got these new tools (rolling out on mobile) where you can easily add, sort, or edit playlists. You can even make custom cover art or turn your “Liked Songs” into a playlist by filtering genres. Amazon Music lets you make playlists, but Spotify’s interface feels more creative and hands-on, like you’re curating your own mixtape.
Now, why does this matter? For the average user, Spotify feels like it’s trying harder to be your music buddy. It’s got these extra touches—like the AI DJ, social profiles, and fun sharing tools—that make it more than just a music player. Amazon Music is solid, especially if you’re already in the Amazon Prime ecosystem (you get some music perks for free), and it’s got better sound quality with its Ultra HD and lossless audio. But Spotify’s features make it feel more personal and interactive, which is probably why people say Amazon Music users are “dreaming” of them.
MF Hussain
Hello! I’m MF Hussain, the creator of Spotifyinfo.net, a site that helps Spotify users enjoy their music more. With Spotify Premium, I can access a huge library of songs, create my own playlists, and listen without ads. I share my experiences to help others improve their Spotify journey.
