Spotify Wrapped, a highly anticipated annual event, captures users’ listening habits and presents them in an engaging format. It reveals top artists, most-listened songs, favorite genres, and ranking among fellow fans. Sharing this data with friends often adds excitement leading up to the holiday season.

However, some users have questioned the accuracy of Spotify’s data. A TikTok user named Sean discovered discrepancies between Spotify Wrapped and data from other apps like Last FM or Stats FM. Sean’s comparison revealed that Spotify’s tracking period typically runs from January to mid-November, missing out on music listened to in December.

For instance, Sean noted a song released after Spotify’s cut-off date didn’t appear in his top songs list, despite listening to it multiple times. Experts at SeatPick echoed these concerns, pointing out that the cut-off period for Spotify Wrapped likely falls between late October and mid-November.

Additionally, factors like song length, background listening, and playlist usage can influence the accuracy of Spotify Wrapped data. Experts emphasize that Spotify Wrapped is more of a marketing tool designed for sharing with friends, prioritizing entertainment over complete accuracy. As such, users are advised to interpret the data with caution.

Overall, while Spotify Wrapped offers a fun summary of music habits, it may not provide a fully comprehensive overview due to its data collection methods and limitations.