I've had iTunes match for years. I have over 10,000 songs in my library(67 GB). iTunes match allows me to access these songs without storing them on our mobile devices - 4 iPads and iPhone. As long as I have access to wi-fi, I can listen to any song I have at any time. I even listen to my library while visiting relatives in Ireland each year. To me $25 is a small price to pay for such flexibility. I also have a two HomePods(as stereo pairs) in my music room. With iTunes match, I can ask Siri to play any song, artist, playlist in my library or just to shuffle my music. I love to sit in my chair and control my music and my mood. iTunes match gives me more access, flexibility and control over my music. I love music and I appreciate iTunes match!