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Best AI music generators
AI music tools are getting ridiculously good and easy to use. Whether you want to make beats, chill soundscapes, or even have an AI sing your own lyrics, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a rundown of the best AI music generators you can try right now.
- March 23, 2026: We added Udio to the list, updated Suno with v5 and Suno Studio details, and flagged the Warner/UMG label settlements and what they mean for commercial rights.
Suno AI
I had a blast playing around with Suno AI. It does something most tools can’t: it generates complete songs with vocals. Just give it a prompt like “a jazz song about watering my plants,” and it’ll whip up a couple of tracks with lyrics, singing, and instruments in seconds. I was genuinely impressed by how good some of the results sounded.
The latest v5 model delivers noticeably better sound quality and lyric coherence than earlier versions — lyrics actually fit the rhythm instead of just floating over it. Suno also launched Suno Studio, an in-browser editing environment that lets you remix sections and adjust track layers, something closer to a lightweight DAW. It’s still not deep editing, but it’s a big step up from just taking whatever the AI spits out. There’s also a mobile app for creating on the go, and a custom mode if you want to write your own lyrics.
One thing to flag: Suno settled a copyright lawsuit with Warner Music Group in late 2025 and is now building licensed models in partnership with major labels. That’s ultimately good news for legitimacy, but it comes with new terms — commercial rights only apply to songs you make while actively subscribed. Upgrading your plan after the fact won’t give you retroactive ownership.
Pros:
- Super easy to use — just enter a prompt and go
- Generates vocals and lyrics, not just instrumentals
- v5 model is a genuine step up in quality and control
- Suno Studio adds light DAW-style editing
Cons:
- Credits expire monthly with no rollover
- Full editing and stem export locked behind paid tiers
- Commercial rights don’t apply retroactively. Subscribe before you create
Pricing: Free plan gives you 50 credits/day (~10 songs). Pro is $10/month; Premier is $30/month with full commercial rights and stem export.
Udio
Udio is arguably the second-largest AI music platform and a legitimate rival to Suno.
Where Suno is built for speed and simplicity, Udio rewards a bit more patience. The interface leans more production-oriented — you get timeline-style editing, an inpainting tool to fix specific sections of a track without starting over, and the ability to extend songs in 30-second increments. Stem downloads (vocals, drums, bass, instrumentals separately) are also on the table for paid users, which is a big deal if you want to actually do something with the output in a DAW.
Quality-wise, Udio is particularly strong on instrumentals and production detail. Vocal generation is capable, but it’s the layering and arrangement clarity that tends to impress most. Like Suno, Udio also settled with a major label (Universal Music Group, in October 2025), which should matter to anyone thinking about commercial use.
Worth noting: Udio temporarily disabled all downloads — including audio, video, and stems — across all plan tiers during a 2025–2026 licensing transition. They’re expected to return, but check the current status before committing to a paid plan.
Pros:
- Excellent instrumental quality and arrangement detail
- Inpainting lets you fix specific parts without regenerating the whole track
- Stem downloads available on paid plans
- Timeline editing gives more control than pure prompt-based tools
Cons:
- Steeper learning curve than Suno
- Downloads were temporarily disabled during a licensing transition. Verify before subscribing
- Free tier credit allowance runs out fast
Pricing: Free plan includes 10 credits/day + 100/month. Standard is $10/month; Pro is $30/month.
Boomy
Boomy feels better than it has any right to be for making songs without any effort. You pick a style (lo-fi, EDM, hip-hop, etc.), click a button, and boom — it generates a full song in seconds. I had a lot of fun trying out different genres and hearing what Boomy came up with. The fact that you can even release tracks on Spotify and earn royalties is also a plus that takes very little effort.
Pros:
- Stupidly simple interface.
- Tons of genres to explore and mix.
- Lets you publish tracks to Spotify and earn royalties.
Cons:
- Limited customization options.
- Free users can’t download songs.
- Some tracks can sound generic.
Pricing: Free plan gives you 25 saves per month. Paid plans start at $9.99/month.
Loudly
Loudly surprised me with how clean and professional its tracks sound. You pick a genre, and it generates multiple tracks for you to choose from. The audio quality is a noticeable step up from most other AI tools. Plus, it’s a blast to mess around with the effects and see what different tweaks can do.
Pros:
- Good audio quality
- Quick generation and multiple track options.
- Easy-to-use interface with customizable effects.
Cons:
- No vocals or lyrics.
- Free plan only gives you one download per month.
- Limited editing options.
Pricing: Free plan allows 25 generations/month (30 seconds each). Paid plans start at $5.99/month.
Beatoven
Beatoven is my go-to when I need some background music for a project or just want something chill to listen to. It’s all about setting the mood — you pick the vibe, and it builds a track that matches. The results can be hit or miss, but when it nails the mood, it’s awesome.
Pros:
- Mood-based generation — perfect for scoring projects.
- Easy to use, with built-in templates for quick starts.
- Royalty-free music for personal and commercial use.
Cons:
- Quality varies depending on genre and mood.
- Instrumental-only — no vocal generation.
- Limited to a set number of tracks per month on free plan.
Pricing: Free trial available. Paid plans start at around $6/month.
Mubert
Mubert works differently from everything else on this list. Instead of generating discrete tracks on demand, it streams continuously generated music in real time, adapting to mood, energy, and tempo as you go. For live use cases — streaming, audio-reactive apps, or any environment where music needs to respond dynamically — nothing else here does that. You can type in a mood like “chill lo-fi beats” or “futuristic ambient,” and it keeps going as long as you need it to.
Pros:
- Huge variety of styles and moods.
- Royalty-free music for videos, streams, or personal use.
- Uniquely strong for live/streaming use cases with adaptive real-time generation
Cons:
- Free version inserts a watermark in the music.
- No vocals or lyrics – purely instrumental.
- Limited control over composition.
Pricing: Free demo available. Paid plans start at $14/month.
Riffusion
Riffusion is just plain fun. It’s completely free and makes catchy music from whatever text prompt you give it. If you want to try something silly like “jazzy alien disco” or “haunted piano in the rain,” Riffusion will come up with something cool.
Pros:
- Completely free to use.
- Fun for experimenting with weird sounds and genres.
- Easy to use.
- Can produce full songs, not just loops.
Cons:
- Quality can be hit-or-miss.
- No commercial use without further editing.
Pricing: Completely free.
AIVA
AIVA is my go-to AI assistant for when I want to make something that sounds epic. It’s perfect for composing classical pieces or even cinematic soundtracks for videos. The fact that it can export sheet music is a bonus for anyone who actually plays an instrument.
Pros:
- Great for classical and film-style compositions.
- Highly customizable and lets you edit notes and arrangements.
- Can export MIDI and sheet music for further editing.
Cons:
- Instrumental-only, no lyrics or vocals.
- More complicated than simpler tools.
- Limited free tier.
Pricing: Free for non-commercial use. Paid plans start at €11/month.
All of these AI music generators are great for casual users looking to have fun with making music. Suno and Udio are the two heavyweights for full song generation, with Suno being the easier starting point and Udio offering more control for anyone willing to spend time refining. Boomy is great for instant, zero-effort tracks. Beatoven and Mubert are still fantastic for background music, especially Mubert if you’re streaming. Riffusion is a fun, free toy, and AIVA remains the pick if you’re composing something more cinematic.
The key to getting the most out of these tools is to be specific with your prompts. For example:
- Instead of “lo-fi beat,” try “chill lo-fi beat with vinyl crackle, soft piano, and a rainy night vibe.”
- Instead of “rock song,” try “gritty rock song with heavy guitar riffs, moody vocals, and dark lyrics about heartbreak.”
The more details you give — genre, mood, tempo, instrumentation, era — the better the AI can match your vision. A strong prompt has two layers: the sound (what it should feel like musically) and the story (what it’s about). Combine both, and you’ll get something a lot more interesting than a generic output.
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