[pw4]

Something I've finally been convinced of. Spotify is a built-in app (at least in OS8 and up) but Spotify can also play through Android Auto. If you use the built-in Spotify app, the sound quality is better, particularly with bass response and bass clarity. Makes a noticeable difference on some music and not much difference on others. No idea if the same goes for Apple. This is with a high-end Samsung and the mid-range sound system of the 2-series.

[ryo-]

I've noticed the same thing. on android auto, my music is quieter and not as clear compared to the car app. maybe there is a setting in android auto to enable higher quality? I am not sure

[Ruebarb]

Same experience on all counts, volume, clairty and experience is better on BMW.

[TheStoka]

Its so much better through the Spotify app.

Is there anyway to default it to that, seems anytime my phone connects in auto default to android auto?

[IanH]

There is an android auto setting to "play music automatically" upon connecting. You should turn that to "off/disabled".

[TheStoka]

Originally Posted by IanH

There is an android auto setting to "play music automatically" upon connecting. You should turn that to "off/disabled".

That’s sorted it! Had a dig around in the car settings didn’t think to check the phone.

Still wish it was the same quality on both, AA sportify app works a lot quicker.