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Spotify Wellness

Reviewed by Sarah Mitchell · Last updated 2026-06-24

Official site: www.spotify.com

Strengths

Included with Spotify Premium (no extra cost)
200+ wellness & meditation sessions
Seamless integration with music playlists
Expert wellness coaches
Perfect for beginners seeking calm, not intensity

Weaknesses

Limited yoga-specific content (mostly meditation)
Not a dedicated yoga platform
No instructor credentials verified
Requires Spotify Premium subscription
Limited customisation or progression

Full Review

Spotify Wellness is not a yoga app masquerading as one—it's a meditation and mindfulness service built into the world's largest music streaming platform. If you're already a Spotify Premium member (around $11 NZD/month), the wellness content is a meaningful bonus feature.

During testing, we found the wellness sessions competent and well-produced, though not yoga-centric. Most content is guided meditation, breathing exercises, and mindfulness instruction rather than physical yoga practice. There are some gentle yoga sessions, but they're supplementary.

The biggest advantage is convenience. You queue a meditation without opening a separate app, and it syncs with your Spotify experience. The instructors communicate clearly, though their backgrounds and credentials aren't transparently listed.

For someone already subscribing to Spotify, Wellness adds value at zero additional cost. For someone considering a dedicated yoga app, Spotify shouldn't be your primary choice—it's better positioned alongside another platform.

Scoring Breakdown

Yoga Content Quality	★★★☆☆ 7/10
Wellness/Meditation Content	★★★★☆ 8.5/10
Instructor Credibility	★★★☆☆ 7.5/10
Value (as Spotify add-on)	★★★★★ 9.5/10
App Integration	★★★★★ 9/10
Accessibility for Beginners	★★★★☆ 8.5/10
Overall Rating	★★★★☆ 8.3/10

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