Metrolist for PC & Windows Guide
Looking to experience Metrolist on your desktop or laptop? While Metrolist is created natively for Android, you can easily enjoy its ad-free YouTube Music playback, synchronized lyrics, and equalizer on Windows 10 and 11.
Security Advisory: Beware of Fake "Metrolist.exe" Installers
The upstream Metrolist development team (MetrolistGroup) does not produce a native Windows executable (.exe or .msi). Any website offering a direct "Metrolist PC Setup.exe" is distributing an unauthorized repack that could contain dangerous trojans or adware. Always download the official Android APK file and run it inside a verified emulator or subsystem.
Method 1: Windows Subsystem for Android (Windows 11)
Best performance • Native window resizing • System audio integration
Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) enables Windows 11 PCs to run Android applications natively side-by-side with desktop programs without launching a heavy third-party emulator.
Setup Instructions:
- Ensure virtualization (VT-x / AMD-V) is enabled in your PC BIOS/UEFI.
- Install a sideloading utility such as WSATools (available in Microsoft Store) or Android Platform Tools (ADB).
- Download the official Metrolist APK (v13.7.0) to your Windows PC.
- Open WSATools, select the downloaded
Metrolist.apkfile, and click Install. - Once completed, Metrolist will appear in your Windows Start Menu just like any regular desktop application!
Method 2: Android Emulator (Windows 10 & 11)
Universal compatibility • Works on Windows 10 & 11 • Easy drag-and-drop
If you are on Windows 10 or do not have WSA configured, a lightweight Android emulator provides a seamless environment for running Metrolist on your desktop.
Recommended Emulators:
- BlueStacks 5 (Pie 64-bit or Android 11 instance): High stability and excellent audio output.
- LDPlayer 9: Very fast launch times and low RAM footprint.
- MuMu Player Pro: Clean UI with high-definition audio routing.
How to install via Emulator:
- Download and install your chosen emulator from its official vendor website.
- Download the verified Metrolist.apk file to your computer.
- Simply drag and drop the APK file onto the running emulator window, or click the "Install APK" sidebar button.
- The emulator will install Metrolist within seconds. Click the app icon on the emulator desktop to start listening.
Comparing Metrolist on WSA vs Emulators
| Feature | Windows Subsystem (WSA) | Android Emulators |
|---|---|---|
| Supported OS | Windows 11 only | Windows 7, 8.1, 10, 11 |
| RAM Usage | Dynamic / Moderate | Pre-allocated (1.5 GB - 3 GB) |
| Start Menu Shortcut | Yes (Native Windows app feel) | Via emulator launcher |
| Background Audio | Plays while minimized | Plays while minimized |
Download the APK for your PC setup
Official, verified v13.7.0 package for WSA and emulators.