Spotify is a bit snappier , and you can load your own local music through it. One thing I don't like though is that there is no EQ settings (at least that I'm aware of). I imagine they will probably eventually add that feature. If you don't mind having the option to listen to a whole slew of other music (with ads). I believe ads don't play when you are listening to your own tracks. http://www.spotify.com/us/get-spotify/open/