Chime in: How can you replace iTunes when moving from Mac to Windows?

On the Mac it's really easy to use iTunes to manage your music because it's just there. Like Groove comes preinstalled on Windows 10, iTunes is the Mac default.

But if you're moving from Mac to Windows and have no real attachment to the iTunes content ecosystem, there are some great alternatives. And one Windows Central community member is looking for your help finding one.

i am moving from mac to windows 10 and i want to know what music manager should i use since i will leaving itunes. i know there is an itunes for windows but is there better.
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Windows has a number of apps worth a look, and if you're just managing your own music, Groove should be one of the first to check out. It's already installed, it's a really nicely done application and you can play music from the cloud if you use OneDrive.

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Depending on the features you're looking for, though, there's a solid shout to look at something like VLC or Foobar2000. There's nothing if not the choice.

If you have a particular recommendation you feel strongly about, drop by the forums and let us know the what and the why!

Moving from Mac, replacing iTunes in Windows 10?

Richard Devine is the Managing Editor at Windows Central, where he combines a deep love for the open-source community with expert-level technical coverage. Whether he’s hunting for the next big project on GitHub, fine-tuning a WSL workflow, or breaking down the latest meta in Call of Duty, Forza, and The Division 2, Richard focuses on making complex tech accessible to every kind of user. If it’s happening in the world of Windows or PC gaming, he’s probably already knee-deep in the code (or the lobbies). Follow him on X and Mastodon.