Yandex Music Review: Is it Worth the Hype?

Name: A Mixed Bag: My Honest Thoughts on Yandex Music
Item: Yandex Music
Rating: 1
Author: NatalieCoop

A Mixed Bag: My Honest Thoughts on Yandex Music

summarizeEditor's Summary

I recently tried out Yandex Music, and while it's got some great features, it's not without its flaws. The design is pretty nice, and the iOS app is well-made. But the performance hit it takes on my gaming setup is a major bummer. I'm not a fan of music streaming services that compromise on performance. The app's got some annoying issues, and I'm a bit disappointed. But I'll give you the lowdown on the good and the bad.

settingsSpecifications

Grafik8/10

Kalite6/10

Reklam3/10

Podcast4/10

Verdictİyim

Topluluk6/10

Öneriler7/10

Müzik Seçimi7/10

API Uygulaması2/10

Kullanışlılık7/10

Kullanıcı Deneyimi6/10

A Mixed Bag: My Honest Thoughts on Yandex Music

I created an account here just to share my genuine thoughts about Yandex Music, and I'm sorry to say that I won't be able to use the app fully due to some limitations.

Please note that this review is my personal opinion, and I'm not trying to offend anyone. I'm just sharing my thoughts as I see them.

Let's get started. I've left a review on the website as well, and I'll mention the app's pros and cons. The positives first: the design is pretty nice, and I'll give credit where credit is due – the iOS app (I assume it's the same for Android) is well-made, and I haven't encountered any issues with it.

The user interface is clean and intuitive, making it easy to navigate through the app's various features. I also appreciate the fact that I can customize the design to some extent, although I wish I could change the theme to my favorite color.

Now, here are some cons that really got my goat. I'm a gamer, and I've got two monitors set up. When I'm playing games, the app's open, and it's eating up 40 FPS on my system. That's a lot, especially when I switch to the home page and the FPS goes back to normal – it's a big difference.

Secondly, I'm having trouble loading music that's been removed from the site. This is my personal playlist, and I should be able to upload any song I want. But some tracks just won't load, and I have no idea why. It's frustrating, especially since it's not all songs – just some of them.

Thirdly, I'm not a fan of the 'Podcasts' tab. I don't really need podcasts, and I'd rather not have them cluttering up my music app. It feels like they're trying to push something unnecessary on me. And don't even get me started on the desktop app – it's a total letdown.

Fourthly, this is more of a website issue, but I'm having trouble with my API authorization. As far as I understand, it's my personal property, but the devs have somehow restricted access to it. I even wrote to support about this, and they told me to be careful not to share my API with third parties. Um, thanks for the advice, but I just wanted to create a simple app for my PC with a minimalist interface. And then, the support rep told me to buy a new computer – talk about a waste of time.

Lastly, I'm not sure if it's just me, but I've got adblock enabled, and it's blocking ads every 30 seconds. But the devs claim that paid users won't see ads. Maybe it's not ads, but some other kind of 'content' that I'm not interested in. I checked the code using DevTools, and it looks like they're trying to push some kind of 'content' on me.

Now, let's talk about the positives. I do like my personalized wave and the playlist of the day. The algorithms are pretty cool, and I enjoy the recommendations.

However, my wave has a 50/50 ratio of good and bad recommendations. Sometimes, they'll suggest some pretty cringeworthy tracks. I've even stumbled upon a remixed song that I liked, but then they started suggesting a million other remixes – it's like they're trying to spam me. I have to block them all the time.

I also like that I can upload any file from my PC to my playlist. It's a huge plus, and I can even download it to my phone for offline listening. That's a great feature, and I appreciate it.

One more thing I'd like to mention is the community aspect of Yandex Music. I've seen some users sharing their favorite tracks and playlists, which is a great way to discover new music. However, I wish there was a way to filter out the noise and focus on the content that's actually relevant to me.

Overall, I'm disappointed with Yandex Music, but I still see some potential in the app. With a few tweaks and improvements, it could be a great music streaming service. But for now, I'll have to stick with my current music app.

Thanks for reading, and I'll be heading back to the app to write another review – I've got more to say.

live_helpFeatured FAQ

Is Yandex Music a good option for music streaming?

It's a decent option, but it's not without its flaws. The app's performance issues and missing tracks are a major letdown.

Can I customize the app's design?

Yes, you can customize the design to some extent, but you're limited to a few pre-set themes.

Does Yandex Music support offline listening?

Yes, you can download music for offline listening, which is a great feature.

Is the app's user interface user-friendly?

Yes, the app's UI is well-organized and easy to navigate.

Can I find new music through the app's recommendations?

Yes, the app's recommendations are a great way to discover new music.

Is Yandex Music available on both iOS and Android?

Yes, the app is available on both iOS and Android devices.

Can I access my music library across multiple devices?

Yes, you can access your music library across multiple devices, as long as you're signed in to your account.

Does Yandex Music offer a free trial or subscription?

Yes, the app offers a free trial, and you can also subscribe to a premium service for additional features.

Is Yandex Music free to use?

Yes, the app is free to use, but the premium service offers additional features and ad-free listening.

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•The design is clean and intuitive, making it easy to navigate through the app's features.
•I can customize the design to some extent, although I wish I could change the theme to my favorite color.
•The iOS app is well-made and hasn't given me any issues.
•I appreciate the fact that I can easily find new music through the app's recommendations.
•The app's user interface is well-organized and makes it easy to find what I'm looking for.
•I can download music for offline listening, which is a huge plus for me.
•The app's got a great selection of music, and I've discovered some new artists I love.
•The search function is pretty fast and accurate, which is a relief.

cancelCons

•The app takes a significant performance hit on my gaming setup, eating up 40 FPS on my system.
•Some popular artists and tracks are missing from the app's library.
•The ads can be pretty annoying, especially when I'm trying to listen to music.
•The app's recommendations can be a bit off the mark, which is frustrating.
•Some tracks are missing from the app's library, which is a bummer.
•The app's UI can be a bit confusing at times, especially when trying to find specific features.
•The app crashes occasionally, which is super annoying.
•The app doesn't support multi-room audio, which is a feature I really want.