If you enjoy discovering music on SoundCloud but prefer using Apple Music for everyday listening, you may want to bring your favorite tracks and playlists together in one place. Although SoundCloud does not provide a direct "Add to Apple Music" option, there are some practical workarounds.
You can download SoundCloud songs as local files and import them into Apple Music, or transfer playlists using dedicated music transfer services. Below, we'll cover 4 easy methods to help you move SoundCloud music to Apple Music in 2026. Let's get started!
Part 1. Can You Add SoundCloud Songs to Apple Music?
SoundCloud and Apple Music are separate music platforms, so there is no direct option to add SoundCloud songs to your Apple Music library. However, you can still move SoundCloud music to Apple Music in a few ways, depending on what you want to transfer.
If you only want to move a SoundCloud playlist, playlist transfer services such as Soundiiz, TuneMyMusic, and FreeYourMusic can match the songs with their Apple Music versions and add them to your Apple Music library.
If you want to keep actual SoundCloud audio files, you need to download tracks first and then import the files into Apple Music as local music. This method is useful when a song is not available on Apple Music, although you should only download content that you have permission to use.
Part 2. How to Add SoundCloud to Apple Music with Desktop Downloaders
If you want to listen to SoundCloud songs directly in Apple Music, a desktop downloader can help. The basic process is to download SoundCloud songs as common audio files, then add those files to your Apple Music library. ViWizard Streaming Audio Recorder is one option for this.
ViWizard Streaming Audio Recorder is an all-in-one music downloader that supports 11+ major streaming platforms, including SoundCloud, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, and more. It lets you save SoundCloud music in MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, M4A, or M4B while preserving the original ID3 tags. You can download individual tracks, albums, playlists, or your liked music without copying and pasting each track link.
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Download and Import SoundCloud Music to Apple Music with ViWizard
Step 1: Set the Output Preferences
Open ViWizard Streaming Audio Recorder and click the Settings icon at the bottom left. Go to Conversion and choose an output format, such as MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, M4A, or M4B. You can also adjust the audio quality and download location. Then return to the Music section.
Step 2: Open SoundCloud in ViWizard
Click the SoundCloud icon to open the built-in player. Search for the song, playlist, album, or artist you want to download.
Step 3: Add Music and Download Music
Open the SoundCloud content you want and click the + button. ViWizard will analyze the tracks and add them to the download list. Select the songs you want to save. Open the download list and click Convert to start downloading. When finished, go to the History section to find your saved SoundCloud music.
Step 4: Transfer Downloaded SoundCloud Music to Apple Music
Once downloaded, add them to Apple Music. On Windows, open iTunes and go to File > Add File to Library or Add Folder to Library. Select your downloaded SoundCloud songs and click Open. To sync them to your iPhone or iPad, connect the device, click the device icon, select Music > Sync Music > Entire music library, and click Sync.
On Mac, open the Music app, go to File > Import > Downloaded Songs > Open. The songs will then appear in your Apple Music library.
Part 3. How to Add SoundCloud to Apple Music with Playlist Transfer Tools
If you already have playlists on SoundCloud and want to move them to Apple Music, playlist transfer tools can save you time. Instead of downloading each song, these services search for matching tracks in Apple Music and add them to a new playlist. However, they usually transfer the playlist information and matching songs, rather than the actual audio files. Here are three popular options: Soundiiz, TuneMyMusic, and FreeYourMusic.
Transfer SoundCloud Playlists to Apple Music with Soundiiz
Soundiiz is a web-based playlist transfer tool that supports SoundCloud and Apple Music. It can transfer playlists between different music services in a few steps. Soundiiz is useful for moving multiple playlists, although some tracks may not be matched if they are unavailable on Apple Music.
01Visit the Soundiiz website and create an account.
02Connect your SoundCloud and Apple Music accounts.
03Select SoundCloud as the source service and choose the playlist you want to transfer.
04Select Apple Music as the destination.
05Review the matched songs and start the transfer.
06Open Apple Music to check the transferred playlist.
Transfer SoundCloud Playlists to Apple Music with TuneMyMusic
TuneMyMusic is another online service that can transfer playlists between SoundCloud and Apple Music. Its simple interface makes it suitable for users who want to move a playlist without downloading the songs. The transfer depends on whether TuneMyMusic can find matching versions of your SoundCloud tracks in the Apple Music catalog.
01Go to the TuneMyMusic website.
02Click Let's Start and select SoundCloud as the source.
03Connect your SoundCloud account and select the playlist you want to transfer.
04Choose Apple Music as the destination and sign in to your account.
05Review the selected tracks and click the option to start the transfer.
06Open Apple Music and check the new playlist.
Transfer SoundCloud Playlists to Apple Music with FreeYourMusic
FreeYourMusic is a playlist transfer app available for desktop and mobile devices. It supports SoundCloud and Apple Music and can transfer playlists between them. FreeYourMusic is convenient if you regularly move playlists between different streaming services, but unmatched or unavailable songs may be left out of the transferred playlist.
01Install and open FreeYourMusic on your device.
02Select SoundCloud as the source and connect your account.
03Choose the playlist you want to move.
04Select Apple Music as the destination and sign in.
05Start the transfer and wait for it to finish.
06Open Apple Music to check the transferred playlist.
Part 4. SoundCloud to Apple Music: Which Method Should You Choose?
To figure out the best way to add SoundCloud songs to Apple Music, you need to know what you want. If you want to save SoundCloud songs or download both music playlists, a desktop downloader such as ViWizard is a better choice. If you want to move your SoundCloud playlist without downloading the audio files, you can pick the transfer tool that fits you best. Here is the comparison table for your reference.
| Method | Platform | Downloaded Songs | Direct Transfer Playlists | Missing or Unmatched Tracks | Preserving Order and Metadata | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ViWizard Streaming Audio Recorder | Windows/Mac | ✅ | ❌ | None (local files) | ✅ | Local music files |
| Soundiiz | Web | ❌ | ✅ | Some tracks may be missing | ✅ | Playlist transfer |
| TuneMyMusic | Web | ❌ | ✅ | Occasional unmatched tracks | ✅ | Quick transfers |
| FreeYourMusic | Windows/Mac/Mobile | ❌ | ✅ | Some tracks may be missing | ✅ | Cross-platform transfer |
Part 5. FAQs about Adding SoundCloud Songs to Apple Music
Can I add SoundCloud songs directly to Apple Music?
Not directly. You need to either download the SoundCloud songs as local audio files and import them into Apple Music or use a playlist transfer tool to find matching tracks.
Can I play downloaded SoundCloud songs on my iPhone?
Yes. After importing the downloaded songs into Apple Music on your computer, you can sync them with your iPhone or iPad.
Do playlist transfer tools download SoundCloud audio?
No. They generally match songs between services and create a corresponding playlist in Apple Music rather than downloading the audio files. But ViWizard can help you download both SoundCloud and Apple Music playlists.
Summary
Adding SoundCloud music to Apple Music is easy with the right method. If you want to keep SoundCloud audio files, ViWizard can help you download and import them into Apple Music. If you only want to move playlists, you can use Soundiiz, TuneMyMusic, or FreeYourMusic. Choose the option that suits you, and enjoy your favorite music in one place. Sit back, relax, and let the music play.
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Matt Smith, a digital entertainment industry enthusiast at ViWizard, is dedicated to providing insightful commentary and solutions for music and media-related topics, including industry trends, analysis, and recommendations.
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