Spotify Pilots New Premium Subscription Portfolio in the UAE and Saudi Arabia

Ain Alalam – Rashad Iskandrni

Spotify is evolving its subscription portfolio in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with the introduction of three new plans: Spotify Premium Lite, Spotify Premium Standard (including Student), and Spotify Premium Platinum. This pilot aims to better meet the diverse needs of listeners across both markets.

These new plans are designed to give every fan the perfect way to listen and make it easier than ever to discover the Spotify experience best for them.

Premium Lite, for fans who seek the essential benefit of listening to music ad-free

Premium Standard, for fans who want to take their music with them

Premium Platinum, for fans who want to elevate their listening experience

The new Premium Platinum plan is designed to deliver the ultimate Spotify experience and will introduce several new product features across both markets. As part of this rollout, Premium Platinum subscribers will gain access to Lossless audio, one of the most anticipated features on Spotify, alongside other new additions such as AI DJ, third-party DJ integration, and AI Playlist. Fans will also continue to enjoy favorites like Jam and daylist, taking listening experiences to the next level.

Eligible subscribers in both markets will gain access to Audiobooks in Premium Platinum, with 12 hours of listening included for plan managers and optional 10-hour top-ups. At launch, they’ll be able to choose from more than 150,000 English-language titles, with features such as automatic bookmarking, Sleep Timer, and discovery via Home for a seamless experience.

“We know that the way people connect with audio is deeply personal, it’s not a one-size-fits-all experience. Everyone listens differently, whether it’s discovering new artists, diving into podcasts, or revisiting a favorite playlist, and this pilot of a new Premium subscriptions portfolio reflects that. We’re building on this understanding by offering plans that give listeners more choice, flexibility, and value. With Premium Platinum, we’re also introducing features like Lossless audio for a richer, more immersive sound that brings people even closer to the content and creators they love,” said Akshat Harbola, Managing Director for MENAP, Spotify.

These new offerings are driven by insights into how people engage with Spotify every day, showing that growth happens when users are truly heard and experiences are designed around their needs. As a global company that believes in the power of local, Spotify is committed to creating products that resonate both culturally and emotionally, empowering listeners to experience the content they love in ways that seamlessly fit into their daily lives.

Other markets included in the pilot are South Africa, Indonesia, and India, as we continue to test and learn from diverse listening behaviors globally.