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Three apps, zero megabytes: choose your player and let the music speak for itself, even without a signal.

Swipe and compare the features that will vibrate your headphones even in airplane mode.

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MusicVault Go

MusicVault Go was created for those who have been collecting digital music since the days of the CD. When you open it, it scans your storage and automatically groups files by artist, genre, and year; if it detects missing covers, it downloads them in the background when you have Wi-Fi again. Its strongest point is the multi-source download manager: Paste a purchase link (Bandcamp, Jamendo, Free Music Archive) and the app downloads the MP3 or FLAC, tags it, and adds it to your offline library in one step.

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PocketTunes

PocketTunes focuses on the curation and speed. It has agreements with independent labels that allow you to legally download more than 50,000 royalty-free tracks. Its "Turbo DL" algorithm splits files into fragments and downloads them in parallel: a 70 MB album downloads in less than a minute with AC Wi-Fi. When finished, it compresses the covers to 500 × 500 px to save up to 30 % of storage.

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OfflineBeat

OfflineBeat mix artificial intelligence and gamificationAfter scanning your device, the AI creates dynamic playlists (“AM Energy,” “Road Trip”) that update based on the time of day and your favorite music style. If you don't have your own files, the app offers a marketplace where you can purchase albums or singles with credits; downloads are available in 320 kbps MP3 or FLAC if you want master quality. Each download grants points that advance your rank from “Collector” to “Master DJ,” unlocking new skins and equalizers.

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Quick comparison

FeatureMusicVault GoPocketTunesOfflineBeat
Format conversionYes (MP3/AAC)NoYes (MP3 only)
Download speedHigh standardVery highHigh
Automatic curatorshipAverageHighVery high
Cloud space includedNoNo5 GB
Free advertisingLowAverageLow
Monthly Premium plan price4 €3 €5 €

Already know which app will fill your headphones regardless of the signal? Swipe to skip to Part 3: we'll cover how to install your chosen option, organize your offline playlists, take advantage of battery-saving tricks, and share your offline library with music-loving friends.

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