The fastest way to transfer playlists

The simplest method is to use a third-party tool that reads your Apple Music playlists and recreates them in Spotify. Services like Soundiiz, TuneMyMusic, and Playlisty connect to both accounts, pull your playlist data, and add those songs to a new Spotify playlist. Most work the same way: you sign in with your Apple Music account, select which playlists to move, then sign in with your Spotify account and let the tool rebuild them on Spotify's side.

The process usually takes five to fifteen minutes depending on playlist size. The tool matches songs by title and artist, so most tracks transfer correctly — though occasionally a song might not exist on Spotify, or the tool might match a cover version instead of the original. You can check the results before finalizing and manually fix any mismatches.

No subscription to these tools is required for basic playlist transfer, though some offer paid versions with extra features like automatic syncing or batch transfers. The free versions work for most people moving one or two playlists.

Key Takeaways

  • Third-party tools like Soundiiz and TuneMyMusic can transfer playlists in minutes by connecting to both your Apple Music and Spotify accounts.
  • The tool recreates your playlist on Spotify by matching songs by title and artist, so occasionally a track might not transfer or might match incorrectly.
  • You should review the transferred playlist in Spotify and manually fix any missing or mismatched songs before relying on it.
  • Free versions of these tools work for most single-playlist transfers; paid versions exist but are not necessary for a one-time move.

How to use Soundiiz

Soundiiz is one of the most widely used playlist transfer tools. Go to soundiiz.com, click "Start Now," and select Apple Music as your source. You will be asked to sign in with your Apple ID. After you authorize Soundiiz to read your playlists, you will see a list of all your Apple Music playlists.

Select the playlists you want to move. Then choose Spotify as your destination and sign in with your Spotify account. Soundiiz will ask which of your Spotify playlists to add the songs to — you can create a new playlist or add to an existing one. Review the preview of songs that will transfer, then confirm. The transfer usually completes within a few minutes.

After transfer, open Spotify and check the playlist. Look for any songs marked as "not found" or any that seem wrong. Soundiiz shows you which tracks it could not match, so you can search for and add those manually in Spotify.

Using TuneMyMusic as an alternative

TuneMyMusic works similarly but has a slightly different interface. Visit tunemymusic.com, select Apple Music as your source, and sign in. The tool displays your playlists and lets you pick which ones to transfer.

Select Spotify as your destination and authorize TuneMyMusic to create playlists in your account. TuneMyMusic then matches your songs and adds them to Spotify. The process is comparable in speed and accuracy to Soundiiz. Some users prefer TuneMyMusic's layout; others prefer Soundiiz. Both are reliable for one-time transfers.

What happens to songs that don't transfer

Not every song in your Apple Music playlist will have an exact match on Spotify. This happens when a track is exclusive to Apple Music, when the artist has removed it from Spotify, or when the song exists under a slightly different title or artist credit.

When a song does not transfer, the tool will show it in a "not found" list. You can then search for the song manually in Spotify — sometimes searching by artist name alone will surface it under a different album or version. If it truly is not on Spotify, you will need to decide whether to skip it or find a similar track.

Soundiiz and TuneMyMusic both let you download a list of unmatched songs, which makes it easier to hunt for them one by one in Spotify afterward.

Keeping your playlists in sync over time

If you add songs to your Apple Music playlist after the initial transfer, those new songs will not automatically appear in your Spotify playlist. You will need to run the transfer tool again or add new songs to Spotify manually.

Some paid versions of these tools offer automatic syncing, which updates your Spotify playlist whenever you change your Apple Music playlist. For most people, a one-time transfer is enough. If you plan to keep both services and want them to stay in sync, check whether the tool's paid tier is worth the cost for you.

Security and permissions

When you use these tools, you are signing in with your Apple ID and Spotify password. Both Soundiiz and TuneMyMusic are established services that have been used by hundreds of thousands of people, but you should only use tools you trust.

The tools ask for permission to read your playlists and create new ones. They do not ask for permission to change your password, delete playlists, or access your payment information. If a tool asks for anything beyond reading playlists and creating new ones, do not use it.

After the transfer is complete, you can revoke the tool's access in your Apple Music and Spotify account settings if you want to disconnect it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the songs in my Spotify playlist stay in the same order as my Apple Music playlist?

Yes, most tools preserve the order. Soundiiz and TuneMyMusic both recreate playlists with songs in the same sequence. If you notice the order is different, you can manually reorder songs in Spotify by dragging them.

What if a song is on both Apple Music and Spotify but under a different name?

The tool might miss it or match it to a cover version. Always review your transferred playlist and manually search for songs that seem wrong. Spotify's search is usually good at finding the right version if you search by artist name.

Can I transfer playlists that other people shared with me?

No. The tools can only transfer playlists you created or own. Shared playlists belong to the original creator, so you cannot move them to another service. You would need to recreate them manually or ask the creator to transfer them.

Do I need to pay for Soundiiz or TuneMyMusic to transfer my playlists?

No. Both services offer free playlist transfer. Paid versions add features like automatic syncing or batch transfers, but the free version works for moving playlists one at a time.

What if the transfer fails halfway through?

Most tools will tell you which songs transferred and which did not. You can usually run the transfer again, and it will skip songs already in your Spotify playlist. If you keep having problems, try the other tool — sometimes one works better depending on your specific playlists.