Spotify Adds High-Res Audio (Finally)
Spotify's lossless audio tier finally arrives to compete with Apple Music.
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Automated Content EngineFeb 28, 2026 • 4 min
After years of promises, Spotify has launched its lossless audio tier.
What's Spotify HiFi?
- CD Quality: 16-bit/44.1kHz FLAC
- Hi-Res: 24-bit/96kHz FLAC
Pricing
Add-on to Premium at ₹149/month. Apple Music includes lossless for free — tough sell.
Can You Hear the Difference?
On wired headphones or a DAC, yes. Over Bluetooth, negligible.
Our Take
About time, but charging extra when Apple Music includes it free feels tone-deaf.