Deezer vs. Qobuz: Which service is better? (2026)
Two services, one decision: see at a glance where Deezer and Qobuz differ and who each one is right for.
Quick verdict
- Deezer is €4.00 a month cheaper on the individual plan.
- Qobuz wins on sound: Hi-Res FLAC up to 24-bit/192 kHz.
- Qobuz pays artists roughly 3.1 times as much per stream.
Deezer is the better fit for: Conscious listeners who care about fairness.
Qobuz is the better fit for: Audiophile collectors with high-end systems.
Every difference in detail
| Criterion | The Fair One Deezer | The Delicatessen Qobuz |
|---|---|---|
| Individual plan | €11.99 Best value | €15.99 |
| Family plan | €19.99 Best value | €24.99 |
| Students | €5.99 | €5.99 |
| Duo | €15.99 Best value | €19.99 |
| Other plans | not offered | Annual (per month) €13.99 |
| Audio quality | HiFi FLAC 16-bit/44.1 kHz (CD quality) | Hi-Res FLAC up to 24-bit/192 kHz Best value |
| Hi-res (24-bit/192 kHz) | No | Yes Best value |
| Dolby Atmos | No | No |
| Offline downloads | Yes | Yes |
| Synced lyrics | Yes | Yes – since July 2026 |
| Podcasts in the app | Yes Best value | No |
| Audiobooks included | Yes – included, also as a separate app Best value | No |
| Upload your own music | Yes – MP3 files Best value | No |
| CarPlay & Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
| Sonos | Yes | Yes |
| Stream to speakers & streamers | Yes – Chromecast | Yes – Qobuz Connect |
| Artist payout per stream | $0.0056–0.0064 | $0.018–0.019 Best value |
| Payout model | Artist-Centric Payment System (ACPS) | Pro-rata, top-tier payout |
| Catalogue | 100M+ tracks | 100M+ tracks |
| Biggest strength | Flow, SongCatcher & your own MP3 uploads | Download store for DRM-free hi-res albums |
| Best for | Conscious listeners who care about fairness | Audiophile collectors with high-end systems |
Strengths and weaknesses
Deezer
Strengths
- Fairer payout model (ACPS)
Weaknesses
- No 24-bit hi-res
Qobuz
Strengths
- Own albums as files, forever
Weaknesses
- Weak algorithmic recommendations
- Priciest individual plan in this comparison