5 Ways to Transfer Music from iPad to iPhone [Easy & Fast]

This article discover 5 quick ways to transfer music from iPad to iPhone. Whether purchased or noe-purchased music, you can easily get music from iPad to iPhone.

Clara by Clara Updated January 16, 2025
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If you own multiple iOS devices, such as iPad and iPhone, transferring music from iPad to iPhone can improve your listening experience and allow you to access your favorite tracks across devices anytime, anywhere. This guide will show you 5 effective ways to copy music from iPad to iPhone. Let's take a look!

Here is a table that compares the transfer speed, features, and song properties.

5 Easy Ways to Transfer Music from iPad to iPhone
Method Transfer Speed Ease of Use Key Features
?FoneTool Fast Easy Bulk transfer, no data loss, offline use
?iTunes Moderate Moderate Syncs with existing library, manual control
?AirDrop Fast Easy Wireless sharing, quick for small files
?Apple Music Moderate Easy Automatic syncing across Apple devices
?Email Slow Easy No additional apps, good for small transfers

Way 1. Transfer Purchased/Non-purchased Music from iPad to iPhone

Want to transfer all music from iPad to iPhone? FoneTool is the ideal choice for transferring music files with 1-click. FoneTool is a powerful file transfer solution designed for iOS devices (iPad/iPhone/iPod). It allows you to easily transfer purchased and unpurchased music from iPad to iPhone, iPhone to iPad, or transfer music from iPod to iPad/iPhone, etc.

Highlights of FoneTool
  • It is designed to be simple and easy to use, suitable for beginners.
  • FoneTool can easily transfer various file types, including purchased and non-purchased music.
  • FoneTool can quickly move large libraries or playlists, such as transferring 1000 songs in 10 minutes.
  • It supports batch transfer, you can select and transfer multiple songs or albums at a time.
  • FoneTool can transfer data without an internet connection and there is no data loss.

Now, you can download and follow the guide to transfer music from iPad to iPhone with FoneTool.

Step 1. Launch FoneTool > Connect your iPad to your computer with a USB cable > Click Phone Transfer > Choose iPhone to PC > Click Start Transfer.

go to transfer music from ipad to iphone

Step 2. Hit the plus icon to access music files on your iPad > Select the songs you wish to transfer. You can check the Select All button to move all music at 1-click > Then click OK to confirm.

choose songs from ipad

Step 3. Set a storage path from Transfer Settings > Tap Start Transfer to start the task.

start transfer music

Step 4. Unplug the iPad from the computer and connect your iPhone to computer.

Step 5. Move to Phone Transfer from FoneTool > Go to PC to iPhone > Then click the file icon to upload the music you saved from iPad.

select music

Step 6. Confirm these files and click Start Transfer to import iPad music to iPhone.

start transfer music to iphone

By the way, FoneTool also supports you to transfer photos, videos, ringtones, contacts, or everything from iPad to iPhone/iPad.

Way 2. How to Move Music from iPad to iPhone via iTunes

iTunes is Apple's traditional method for syncing music between devices, but its interface can be challenging for new users. Using iTunes to transfer purchased music is easier than transferring non-purchased music.

Here is how to get music from iPad to iPhone with iTunes.

Step 1. Download the latest version of iTunes on your computer > Connect your iPad to the computer.

Step 2. Tap File > Select Devices from the list > Click Transfer Purchase from [device’s name]. It will transfer your purchased music from iPad to iTunes library.

file devices transfer purchases

enlightenedTip:
If your music is not purchased from iTunes, you need to manually add the files.
Locate the music files on your iPad or a backup > Drag and drop the files into the iTunes library.

Step 3. Then unplug the iPad and connect your iPhone to the computer.

Step 4. Click your iPhone on iTunes > Go to Music > Check Sync Music.

Step 5. Choose to sync the entire library or selected playlists, albums, and genres > Then tap the Apply icon to start transfer music.

sync music from ipad to iphone

Way 3. How to Share Songs from iPad to iPhone via AirDrop

If you only have a small amount of music to play, you can also choose to transfer it wirelessly. The AirDrop feature of iOS devices allows you to transfer music from iPad to iPhone via Bluetooth. Make sure Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled on both devices, then follow the steps below to learn how to move music from iPad to iPhone.

Step 1. Turn on AirDrop on both iPad and iPhone, swipe down to open the Control Center > Tap AirDrop > Choose Contacts Only or Everyone.

turn on airdrop

Step 2. On the iPad, go to Music app > Locate the song you want to transfer to iPhone.

Step 3. Tap the three-dots icon > Click the Share option > Select Share Song > Then choose your iPhone as the target device.

airdrop music from ipad to iphone

Step 4. On your iPhone, accept the transfer to receive the file.

Way 4. How to Sync iPad Music to iPhone with Apple Music

If you subscribe to Apple Music, you can sync music across devices by turning on Sync Library on your iPhone and iPad while signing in to the same Apple ID. You can learn how to sync iPad music to iPhone with the guide.

Step 1. Open the Settings app on your iPad > Select Music > Ensure the icon next Sync Library is turned on.

sync library from ipad to iphone

Step 2. On your iPhone, sign in with the same Apple account you use on iPad > And go to Apple Music.

Step 3. Wait for a while, your music playlist will sync to iPhone.

Way 5. How to Get Music from iPad to iPhone by Email

There is another way to transfer music using email. This method works on any platform that has access to email. However, it is slower when transferring large files and is limited by the size of email attachments.

Below is how to send iPad music to iPhone via Email.

Step 1. Open the Mail app on your iPad > Compose a new email > Attach the music files as you like.

Step 2. Send the email to your own address.

Step 3. On your iPhone, open the email and download the attached music files.

send song from email

Conclusion

That’s all about how to transfer music from iPad to iPhone with ease. FoneTool is ideal for bulk transfers, while iTunes and AirDrop offer more traditional options. Apple Music is great for subscribers who want a seamless sync experience, while email is good for transferring small amounts of files. We've covered five different methods so you can choose based on your needs.

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