From Making Music with AI · Chapter 3 and Appendix C
Last updated: October 2026
AI music tools change quickly. This page keeps the comparison from the book current: what each tool can do, what the free plan includes, and what you need to download your songs or use them commercially.
| Suno | ElevenLabs Music | Google Gemini (Lyria) | Udio | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full songs with vocals | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sings your own lyrics | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ease for beginners | Excellent | Good | Excellent | Good |
| Free plan | Yes: create and listen daily | Yes: limited daily songs | No: requires a Google AI subscription | Yes: create and listen daily |
| Downloads | Paid plans (monthly limit) | Paid plans | With subscription | Not available |
| Commercial use | Paid plans | Paid plans | Check Google’s current terms | Not available |
| Entry paid plan | About $8–$10/month | Varies by plan | Included in Google AI plans | About $10/month |
Prices, features and terms change often. Always confirm current plans and commercial-use terms on each tool’s own website before you subscribe or publish.
