Spotify HiFi Could Finally Launch Soon, but Won’t Be Cheap
Published On: February 18, 2025
After years of speculation and false starts, Spotify’s long-promised high-fidelity audio tier appears to be on the horizon once again. Reports indicate that the company is preparing to introduce a premium add-on called “Music Pro,” which would offer lossless audio alongside a few additional perks. While no official announcement has been made, sources suggest that the feature could roll out sometime in 2025.
Spotify first teased its HiFi service back in 2017, but nothing came of it until now. In 2021, the company officially confirmed plans to launch lossless streaming, only for the project to seemingly disappear again. Now, almost four years later, leaks indicate that Spotify is revisiting the idea—not as a standalone tier, but as a paid add-on to its existing Premium subscription.
This potential new service would reportedly cost an additional $5.99 per month, bringing the total cost for lossless audio to around $18 for current Premium users. The decision to charge extra for HiFi has sparked backlash, with many criticizing Spotify for lagging behind competitors like Apple Music and Tidal, which offer high-resolution audio at no extra cost. Some users have even stated they’ll hold off until Spotify includes it in the standard Premium plan.
Spotify’s decision to introduce a premium HiFi add-on seems aimed at boosting revenue rather than simply enhancing the user experience. However, with competitors like Apple Music and Amazon Music Unlimited offering high-resolution audio at no extra cost, this strategy could backfire. The only way this move could truly pay off is if Spotify included HiFi as part of its Premium plan, making it a stronger incentive for free-tier users to upgrade.
Beyond improved sound quality, Spotify’s rumored Music Pro plan could introduce AI-powered remixing tools and concert ticket perks. Record labels have been pushing for higher-priced subscription options, and Spotify has already responded by raising prices and expanding its offerings to include audiobooks.
While details on the rollout remain uncertain, reports suggest that the service will launch in phases throughout 2025. Whether this long-awaited feature will finally meet expectations—or face further delays—remains to be seen.