Head-to-head · DePIN
Features, pricing, health score, community ratings — side-by-side from the live MadeOnSol database.
Updated October 17, 2026
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| Rating | (2) | (0) |
| Pricing | Free | Freemium |
| Health | Healthy | Healthy |
| Chain | Solana | Solana |
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| Features | 5 features | 5 features |
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Pros & cons
Analysis
Audius Audius is a decentralized music streaming protocol with over 8 million monthly users that leverages Solana for content delivery and on-chain monetization. It positions itself as a Web3 alternative to... Helium Helium is a decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePIN) on Solana that enables community-owned wireless connectivity through LoRaWAN (IoT) and 5G/Wi-Fi hotspots. After migrating to Solana in...
Audius is rated higher by the MadeOnSol community with 5.0/5 stars across 2 reviews, compared to 0.0/5 for Helium (0 reviews). That said, ratings only tell part of the story — what matters most is which tool fits your specific workflow.
Audius uses a free model, while Helium is freemium — Free tier with limited data available. Helium Mobile unlimited plan at $20/month. Hotspot hardware purchase required for operators ($250-500).. Audius has the edge for users who want a no-cost solution, though Helium's paid features may justify the investment for power users.
Audius offers 5 features including Decentralized music streaming with direct artist uploads and no intermediaries, AUDIO token rewards earned by artists from streams, Full content ownership retained by creators, and 2 more. Helium counters with 5 features including Community-owned 5G and Wi-Fi wireless coverage across 2,000+ US cities, Helium Mobile unlimited talk/text/data plan at $20/month with T-Mobile backbone, IoT LoRaWAN network for low-power device connectivity, and 2 more. The right choice depends on which specific features matter for your use case — check the individual review pages for full breakdowns.
We monitor both tools around the clock for uptime, SSL validity, and response times. Audius currently has a healthy health status with 100.0% uptime over the last 30 days. Helium is rated healthy with 100.0% uptime. For any tool you trust with your funds, trades, or yield, uptime and speed are non-negotiable.
Audius's key strengths include over 8 million monthly users give artists real reach, artists retain full ownership and avoid label intermediaries, free, instant distribution lowers the barrier for independent creators.
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| Twitter Followers | 131,596 | 219,976 |
| Categories | DePIN | DePIN |
| Description | Decentralized music streaming platform powered by Solana | The world's largest decentralized wireless network — community-owned 5G, Wi-Fi, and IoT coverage on Solana. |
Both Audius and Helium operate in the depin space, so this is a direct head-to-head. Audius has the community's vote, but your mileage may vary depending on your specific needs. We recommend trying both — Audius is free to start and Helium is free to start. Read user reviews on each tool's page for real-world feedback from the Solana community.