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MusicGen

by Meta · Music

Open-source music generator.

79/100AIVerso score
#7 of 11in Music
FreeStarting price
YesFree tier
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At a glance

ProviderMeta
CategoryMusic
Starting priceFree
Pricing detailsFree (Open Source)
Free tierYes
API accessYes
Open sourceYes
Mobile appNo

Key facts

Strengths

Free tier available
Open source / open weights — self-hostable
API access for developers

Limitations

No official mobile app

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is MusicGen free?

Yes — MusicGen has a free tier. Pricing: Free (details: Free (Open Source)).

What are the best alternatives to MusicGen?

The highest-rated AI music generators from other providers on AIVerso are Suno v5.5 (93/100), ElevenLabs Music v2 (92/100), Mureka V9.5 (91/100).

Does MusicGen have an API?

Yes, MusicGen can be used via an API.

Is MusicGen open source?

Yes — MusicGen is available as open source / open weights, so it can be self-hosted.

How does AIVerso rate MusicGen?

MusicGen scores 79/100 on AIVerso and ranks #7 of 11 in Music. Scores combine public benchmark results, features and pricing; commissions never influence them.

How we rate: Scores and capability ratings are based on public benchmarks, provider documentation, features and pricing — not on commission rates. Prices can change; check the provider's site before buying. Last updated: September 29, 2026.