Play WMA files on Android - it works with these players

Android devices can play MP3 files by default, but not music in WMA format. To do this, you need to install an additional app. There are some differences between the few available WMA players for Android, which we will explain to you in this practical tip.

VLC for Android: Elegant player

Present on almost every Windows PC these days, the "VLC Media Player" is also conquering the Android world. As with the computer, it can play most of the common audio formats, including WMA music.

• Download: VLC for Android

Poweramp: WMA player with free demo

In particular, the design as well as the many setting options and equalizers make the "Poweramp" app so popular with Android users. The download leads to a demo version for 15 days, after which you can unlock the full version for currently 3.11 euros.

• Download: Poweramp
• Download: Poweramp Full Version Unlocker

Rocket Music Player: Only plays WMAs for a fee

The "Rocket Music Player" has top ratings in the Google Play Store, but does not help you in the free version when playing WMA files on the Android device. Although it is similarly well equipped as Poweramp, most functions, including the playback of WMA music, are only activated with the premium version for currently 2.99 euros.

• Download: Rocket Music Player
• Download: Rocket Player Premium

If you don't have your entire music collection saved in WMA format, but just want to listen to individual songs on your smartphone or tablet, you should convert the files to MP3s. The easiest way to do this is with the free "Free Audio Converter". This manual explains how to save entire audiobooks as MP3 on the device.