8 Best AI Music Generators Compared - With Music Examples
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September 5th, 2025
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If you haven't heard about the huge success of "Dust On The Wind" from The Velvet Sundown, your summer of 2025 must have been very busy. This viral Spotify hit was created by generative AI and made it to 1.5 million plays within the first few weeks. AI music generator Suno was the only production team involved.
Like it or not, this will be part of the future of music: We will be swamped by AI-generated music on all platforms. So of course, I had to test this new category and create my list of best AI music generators. As I'm writing this, ElevenLabs (known to offer the most advanced voice generator) has just released Eleven Music, their own text to music tool this week, perfect timing!
I've tested 8 tools and I will add more along the way as other tools get better.
Different AI Music Generator Types
You can divide song generators into two buckets:
Music creation from A-Z - including vocals, all instruments, beats etc. (such as Eleven Music, Udio, Suno)
Beat makers - without vocals (such as Soundraw, BandLab, Beatoven.ai)
Of the 8 music creators only Mubert explicitly offers jingles for podcasts and image-to-music generation, but the latter didn't work too well yet.
The quality ranged widely — from highly professional tools like ElevenLabs to ones like Beatoven.ai, which sounded more like a mad professor on a drum machine.
Speech to speech: Various tools let you re-create your own into a different voice and keep its unique speech melody. I think this is pretty cool, all the sudden I can be a man. Ok, just sound like one, but this is the closest I will get to it.
Which AI Music Generator to Use in a Nutshell
If you are a beginner
Use Soundraw for making beats
Use Eleven Music for generating full tracks
If you are a pro or musician
Use BandLab for creating beats and helping you get started with a new idea
Use an AI music generator if you already have your song lyrics
AI Music Generation Test
And since I like to compare AI tool directly, I always use the same prompt. This time it was:
Create a song that sounds like a Beyonce song. It is about her having a good time with her girlfriends. It's upbeat and danceable and has a nice R&B groove. The hook says "Cause we need to bounce, we need to dance, this is your last chance".
I wanted to keep it light and easy, but as I'm a huge Beyonce fan (I even have a little shrine at home, of course for fun, but you get my point) my expectations were very high. Understandably many of the tools didn't allow generating a direct copy of Queen Bee and suggested prompts that would rather describe her with a few keywords than mention her name.
And since music is a question of taste, I recorded the songs and put them in the video below for you. Maybe you prefer using Suno over Udio's unique music. Or you actually like a crazy professor's background music generated by beatoven.ai. Completely up to you, I, for my part, have decided that the overall best AI music generators come from Eleven Music, Soundraw and Bandlab (the last two are beat makers though).
Infamous Suno's creations were a pity: I wasn't able to create even one full song this time, literally every generation stopped at a few seconds due to some glitch. I had used Suno before to create my podcast jingle for KI Plausch (my German podcast on AI). But this time we just couldn't become friendly collaborators making music together. My free credits were refunded every time, but I really liked the groove of those first seconds and would have loved to hear how they would have continued.
| Ranking & Tool | Category | Song Quality | Lyric Generator | Free Plan Allows Download? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Eleven Music | Full music track | Great for both song & lyrics | Yes | ❌ |
| 2. Soundraw | Beat maker | Good for beginners, limited for pros | N/A | ❌ |
| 3. BandLab | Beat maker | Professional starting point, community-driven | N/A | ❌ |
| 4. AI Music Generator | Full music track | One of the best results, simple interface | No | ❌ |
| 5. Udio | Full music track | Good tracks but vocals often gibberish | Partial (gibberish lyrics) | ❌ |
| 6. Mubert | Beat maker | Interesting features but poor core music | N/A | With audio tag |
| 7. Suno | Full music track | High potential but buggy experience | Yes | ✔️ |
| 8. Beatoven.AI | Beat maker | Very poor quality | N/A | ❌ |
AI Music Generator Comparison
Setup/Onboarding
5
User Experience
5
Tool Performance
4
Support
Voice Chat
Key Features
- Full Song Creation
- Text-to-Music Generation
- AI Voice Synthesis
- Lyrics Generation
- Music Editing
- Studio-Quality Tracks
- Flexible Genres & Styles
- Vocal & Instrumental Options
- Commercial Use Rights
- Instrument Blending
- Powerful API for Developers
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- The music is actually nice
- Highest quality of music
- Music editing features are great
- Super clean interface
Cons:
- Free song creation now downloadable
Price Point
2
Soundraw
Setup/Onboarding
5
User Experience
5
Tool Performance
3
Support
Soundraw Chat
Key Features
- Beatmaker
- Text-to-Music Generation
- Music Editing
- Multi-Tracks
- Studio-Quality Tracks
- Flexible Genres & Styles
- Genre Mixing
- Customization
- Vocal & Instrumental Layer Options (via Stems)
- Royalty-Free Usage
- Monetization
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Advanced music editing features
- Super easy to use also for music beginners
- Each element of the song is split down via buttons
Cons:
- Choosing the base song is very limited (via genre mix)
- No lyrics and vocals
Price Point
3
BandLab
Setup/Onboarding
3
User Experience
5
Tool Performance
4
Use Cases
Support
BandLab Chat, Ticket Submission
Key Features
- Beatmaker
- Text-to-Music Generation
- AI Voice Synthesis
- Music Editing
- Multi-Tracks
- Studio-Quality Tracks
- Flexible Genres & Styles
- Vocal & Instrumental Options
- Artist Growth Tools
- Digital Audio Workstation
- Fan engagement tools
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Sounds great
- Toggles for keys and bpms (pro tool)
- Community focus allows exchanging ideas with other musicians
Cons:
- Onboarding a bit annoying
Price Point
4
AI Music Generator
Setup/Onboarding
4
User Experience
3
Tool Performance
5
Use Cases
Support
Email Support
Key Features
- Text-to-Music Generation
- AI Voice Synthesis
- Lyrics Generation
- Music Editing
- Multi-Tracks
- AI Song Cover Generator
- Voice Control & AI Vocals
- Voice Cloning
- Music Extension & Arrangement
- Commercial Use Rights
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Song is actually nice (if I put in more lyrics even more)
- Very basic tool, but everything works
- I like the groove of ALL songs
Cons:
- Long loading times
- Will only use the lyrics you provide (no lyric generator)
Price Point
5
Udio
Setup/Onboarding
2
User Experience
4
Tool Performance
5
Use Cases
Support
Key Features
- Full Song Creation
- Text-to-Music Generation
- AI Voice Synthesis
- Lyrics Generation
- Music Editing
- Studio-Quality Tracks
- Flexible Genres & Styles
- Vocal & Instrumental Options
- Concurrent Generations & Scalability
- Creative Add-ons & Assets
- Community & Discovery Platform
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Super easy to use
- Let's you adjust speed, energy and chaos
- Let's me download the free creations
Cons:
- Songs somehow sound a bit 80s
- Lyrics don't always make sense
Price Point
6
Mubert
Setup/Onboarding
5
User Experience
3
Tool Performance
2
Support
Mubert Chart, Mubert Help Center
Key Features
- Text-to-Music Generation
- Studio-Quality Tracks
- Flexible Genres & Styles
- Vocal & Instrumental Options
- Image-to-Music Generation
- Endless Stream & Playlists
- Massive Track Generation Limits
- Royalty-Free Usage
- Commercial Use Rights
- Enterprise API Access
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Can create jingles, loops and mixes
- Free song downloadable
Cons:
- Terrible song (the track, the jingle is fine)
- Prompt has to be below 200 characters
- Image-to-Music feature still immature
Price Point
7
Suno
Setup/Onboarding
5
User Experience
2
Tool Performance
2
Use Cases
Support
Email Support
Key Features
- Text-to-Music Generation
- AI Voice Synthesis
- Lyrics Generation
- Music Editing
- Studio-Quality Tracks
- Vocal & Instrumental Options
- Commercial Use Rights (on paid plans)
- Song Remixing & Co-Writing
- Upload Audio for Inspiration/Remixing
- Priority Queue & Scalability
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- The 3 seconds it generated of my song, sounded good
- Lyric generation better than with others
Cons:
- Many Glitches, couldn't create a full song
- Only created 3-11second parts of songs for me
Price Point
8
Beatoven.ai
Setup/Onboarding
5
User Experience
2
Tool Performance
1
Use Cases
Support
Email Support, Ticket Submission
Key Features
- Text-to-Music Generation
- Music Editing
- Multi-Tracks
- Studio-Quality Tracks
- Flexible Genres & Styles
- Vocal & Instrumental Options
- Prompt-Based Customization
- Fair Licensing & Monetization
- Royalty-Free Usage
- Download in Multiple Formats
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Super simple setup and interface
- Lets you add a reference video to see if generated music matches it well
Cons:
- Generated songs are awful and not usable
- Doesn't generate vocals, only background music
Price Point
The future for musicians & Last Words
As an experienced musician, it’s worth making peace with AI technology and using it where it helps you achieve things that your own skills or limitations may have held back in the past. At the same time, keep the parts you’ve already mastered distinctly human. Like with all AI‑powered tools, you’ll only stand out if you combine your own originality with AI. Otherwise, you risk blending into the vast sea of mediocrity where the algorithm won’t notice you.
FAQ: AI Music Generators
What is the best AI music generator?
The best AI music generators depend on your needs. For full songs with vocals and lyrics, Eleven Music and Udio are top choices. For unique background music or beats, Soundraw and BandLab are excellent for content creators and podcasters. All of these tools let you generate music in seconds, customize melodies, and download high-quality MP3, WAV, or stems for further editing.
How do AI music generators work?
AI music generators use machine learning algorithms trained on existing music to understand patterns of harmony, melody, and rhythm. You simply enter a text prompt, upload stems, or select genres, and the platform generates unique music tracks, often in seconds, tailored to your input. Some tools allow adjustments after the generation, which are usually the beatmakers like Soundraw. Others, like Eleven Music, Udio, or Suno AI, will deliver a ready track for you, and you will no longer be able to make changes to it.
Is AI-generated music copyright-free and can I use it commercially?
Yes, most AI-powered platforms let you create royalty-free music. With paid plans, you often get full commercial rights, so you can use the music in podcasts, YouTube videos, Spotify, or any other content without worrying about copyright strikes. At least for now. With AI music becoming more popular and generating money, we might see this changing in the future.
Who owns the rights to AI generated songs?
Ownership depends on the platform's terms:
Paid plans usually give you full commercial rights and allow monetization.
Free plans may limit usage or require attribution.
Always check the license before releasing a track commercially.
Can AI make full songs with vocals, lyrics, and sound effects, or just instrumentals?
Yes! Advanced platforms like Eleven Music, Udio and Suno AI can generate complete songs with lyrics, vocals, and harmonies. Beatmakers like Soundraw and BandLab focus on instrumentals and background tracks, ideal for building original melodies or podcast jingles.
What is the most popular AI music generator?
Suno AI is currently the most popular AI song generator, thanks to its ability to generate complete songs with customizable vocals, lyrics, and downloadable stems. However, Eleven Music is quickly gaining traction with its cutting-edge AI technology and seamless customization. Also during our test Suno AI had some issues creating full songs, so we would recommend going with Eleven Music, where we had no issues at all and the new music sounds amazingly.
Can I create original music using AI?
Absolutely! With free AI tools like Soundraw or BandLab you can create the songs base (we'd almost say baseline, hehe) For higher-quality, royalty-free tracks, platforms like Eleven Music or BandLab offer paid plans with full customization and commercial rights.
Is it legal to create music with AI technology?
Yes, creating AI-generated music is legal. Issues may arise only if your prompt tries to copy an existing copyrighted song or artist exactly, which some platforms block automatically.
Is AI music allowed on YouTube?
Yes. AI-generated songs can be uploaded and even monetized on YouTube, as long as you have the commercial rights. Platforms that offer royalty-free music make this process seamless.
Can I monetize AI-generated high-quality music on Spotify?
Yes, you can monetize your AI-generated music on Spotify or other streaming platforms if your plan includes full commercial rights. Many artists now publish AI-powered music as part of their original catalogs.
How long can AI-generated music or background tracks be?
This depends on the platform:
Eleven Music and Suno AI typically generate 2–4 minute full tracks.
Soundraw and BandLab let you generate shorter loops and background music for podcasts or social content.
What file formats can I download my generative AI music in—MP3, WAV, or stems?
Most platforms let you export MP3 and WAV files. Pro plans often include stems so you can import the individual layers into your DAW for advanced editing.
Can ChatGPT help me create unique melodies or better music prompts for AI music generators?
ChatGPT can help create perfect prompts, lyrics, or musical ideas to use with AI-powered tools like Suno, Eleven Music, or Soundraw for customized music creation. But ChatGPT itself doesn’t directly generate music or melodies.
Is an AI music generator the same as an AI song generator?
Yes. Both terms describe platforms that let you generate unique music from text prompts, stems, or existing music, often creating complete songs or background tracks effortlessly.
Can I exclude AI generated songs from my Spotify playlist?
Currently, no. Spotify does not provide a filter to exclude AI-generated songs, but this feature may be added in the future as AI music continues to grow.
Are free AI music generators worth my time?
Not really. Free AI tools are good for testing, but they often come with low-quality tracks, watermarks, or strict limits. For high-quality, royalty-free music with full customization and commercial rights, paid plans are the way to go.