And others are actually free to use (if you’re willing to put up with ads).

Still, it’s worth looking at your options before deciding that none of these are right for you.

Most of these involve teaming up with other members of your household to reduce the per-person price.

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Spotify Premium Duois designed for two people living together.

You both get separate Spotify accounts but share the same billing account.

If you choose this option, we have an article dedicated togetting started with Spotify Duo.

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Spotify Premium Familyis designed for up to six people who live at the same address.

While it doesn’t mean teaming up with anyone else,Spotify Premium Studentis also worth considering.

We have comparedthe differences between Spotify Premium and Spotify Freefor anyone considering switching.

The Spotify Premium Family page on the Spotify website

Instead, you’re forced to select an album or playlist, with Spotify shuffling everything within that.

Last but not least are the aforementioned ads, which can, unfortunately, be quite annoying.

These may also be available from bricks-and-mortar stores.

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And given the way prices are increasing, we wouldn’t blame you for doing so.

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Spotify Premium free trial as it appears on Google Search