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Octopus

Progressive Rock Album British Essential 1972 Gentle Giant Chamber Prog

Octopus is the fourth studio album by British progressive rock band Gentle Giant, released in 1972. The album is recognized for its complex musical arrangements, diverse instrumentation, and intricate vocal harmonies, incorporating instruments like cellos, trumpets, and recorders. It features eight...

8.9 Great

apps Top Octopus Alternatives

The top alternative to Octopus in 2026 is Close to the Edge with a score of 9.2/10, followed by Selling England by the Pound (9.2) and Larks' Tongues in Aspic (9.2).

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Close to the Edge

Close to the Edge

Close to the Edge is the fifth studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes, released in 1972. The album is anc...

British 1970S Essential Yes
9.2 Excellent
2
Selling England by the Pound

Selling England by the Pound

Selling England by the Pound is the fifth studio album by the English progressive rock band Genesis, released in 1973. R...

British 1970S Essential Genesis
9.2 Excellent
3
Larks' Tongues in Aspic

Larks' Tongues in Aspic

Larks' Tongues in Aspic is the fifth studio album by the English progressive rock band King Crimson, released in 1973. I...

British Essential 1973 King Crimson
9.2 Excellent
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Thick as a Brick

Thick as a Brick

Released in 1972 by the British rock band Jethro Tull, Thick as a Brick is a concept album consisting of a single contin...

British 1972 Symphonic Prog Jethro Tull
9.2 Excellent
5
Blackwater Park

Blackwater Park

'Blackwater Park' is the fifth studio album by the Swedish progressive metal band Opeth, released in 2001. Produced alon...

Swedish Essential 2001 Opeth
9.2 Excellent
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Pawn Hearts

Pawn Hearts

Pawn Hearts is the fourth studio album by the English progressive rock band Van der Graaf Generator, released in 1971 on...

British 1971 Essential Avant Prog
9.1 Excellent
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In Absentia

In Absentia

*In Absentia* is the seventh studio album by British progressive rock band Porcupine Tree, released in 2002. Marking the...

British Essential 2002 Prog Metal
8.9 Great
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In the Land of Grey and Pink

In the Land of Grey and Pink

In the Land of Grey and Pink is the third studio album by English progressive rock band Caravan, released in 1971. It is...

Caravan British 1971 Essential
8.9 Great
9
Free Hand

Free Hand

Free Hand is a studio album by the British progressive rock band Gentle Giant, released in 1975. The record captures the...

British Peak 1975 Gentle Giant
8.8 Great
10
Darwin!

Darwin!

Darwin! is the second studio album by the Italian progressive rock band Banco del Mutuo Soccorso, released in 1972 on Ri...

Italian Essential 1972 Italian Prog
8.8 Great
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Brain Salad Surgery

Brain Salad Surgery

Released in 1973, Brain Salad Surgery is the fourth studio album by the English progressive rock band Emerson, Lake & Pa...

British Essential 1973 Symphonic Prog
8.7 Great
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In a Glass House

In a Glass House

In a Glass House is the seventh studio album by the British progressive rock band Gentle Giant, released in 1973. Capito...

Complex British 1973 Gentle Giant
8.7 Great
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Ommadawn

Ommadawn

Released in 1975, "Ommadawn" is the third studio album by English multi-instrumentalist Mike Oldfield. The album consist...

British Essential 1975 Mike Oldfield
8.7 Great
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Per un amico

Per un amico

"Per un amico" is the second studio album by the Italian progressive rock band Premiata Forneria Marconi (PFM), released...

Italian Essential 1972 Pfm
8.7 Great
15
Moonmadness

Moonmadness

Moonmadness is a 1976 progressive rock album by the British band Camel. The record blends symphonic rock structures with...

British Essential 1976 Camel
8.6 Great
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The Mountain

The Mountain

The Mountain is the third studio album by the British progressive metal band Haken, released in 2013 on InsideOut Music....

British Essential 2013 Prog Metal
8.5 Great
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Acquiring the Taste

Acquiring the Taste

Acquiring the Taste is the second studio album by the British progressive rock band Gentle Giant, released in 1971. The...

Complex British 1971 Gentle Giant
8.2 Great
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Three Friends

Three Friends

Three Friends is the sixth studio album by British progressive rock band Gentle Giant, released in 1972. The concept alb...

Concept British 1972 Gentle Giant
8.1 Great
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Ashes Are Burning

Ashes Are Burning

Ashes Are Burning is the third studio album by the British progressive rock band Renaissance, released in 1973. It is ch...

Renaissance British Essential 1973
8.0 Great
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Interview

Interview

"Interview" is the eighth studio album by the British progressive rock band Gentle Giant, released in 1976. The record i...

Concept British 1976 Gentle Giant
7.6 Good

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs Octopus Action
Close to the Edge
Close to the Edge
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Essential
9.2 Excellent +0.3 Compare
Selling England by the Pound
Selling England by the Pound
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Essential
9.2 Excellent +0.3 Compare
Larks' Tongues in Aspic
Larks' Tongues in Aspic
Progressive Rock Album British Essential 1973
9.2 Excellent +0.3 Compare
Thick as a Brick
Thick as a Brick
Progressive Rock Album British 1972 Symphonic Prog
9.2 Excellent +0.3 Compare
Blackwater Park
Blackwater Park
Progressive Rock Album Swedish Essential 2001
9.2 Excellent +0.3 Compare
Pawn Hearts
Pawn Hearts
Progressive Rock Album British 1971 Essential
9.1 Excellent +0.2 Compare
In Absentia
In Absentia
Progressive Rock Album British Essential 2002
8.9 Great Same Compare
In the Land of Grey and Pink
In the Land of Grey and Pink
Progressive Rock Album Caravan British 1971
8.9 Great Same Compare
Free Hand
Free Hand
Progressive Rock Album British Peak 1975
8.8 Great -0.1 Compare
Darwin!
Darwin!
Progressive Rock Album Italian Essential 1972
8.8 Great -0.1 Compare

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help Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best alternatives to Octopus?
The top alternatives to Octopus in 2026 include Close to the Edge, Selling England by the Pound, Larks' Tongues in Aspic, Thick as a Brick, Blackwater Park. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Octopus compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Octopus scores 8.9/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Octopus worth it in 2026?
Octopus scores 8.9/10 on Lunoo, making it a highly-rated option in the Progressive Rock Album category. However, alternatives like Close to the Edge may better suit specific needs.
What is the best free alternative to Octopus?
Several alternatives to Octopus offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Octopus?
Common reasons users look for Octopus alternatives include pricing, specific feature gaps, better integration needs, or simply exploring newer options. Our objective scoring helps you compare without bias.
How many alternatives to Octopus are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Octopus in the Progressive Rock Album category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Octopus alternative has the highest rating?
Close to the Edge currently holds the highest rating among Octopus alternatives with a score of 9.2/10.
Can I use Close to the Edge instead of Octopus?
Close to the Edge is one of the top-rated alternatives to Octopus. While they serve similar purposes in the Progressive Rock Album space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Octopus?
Pricing varies among Octopus alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Progressive Rock Album category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Octopus alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
Lunoo uses an AI-powered scoring system that analyzes category fit, feature coverage, pricing signals, public reception, recency, and value to provide 0 to 10 scores. Rankings are updated continuously.
Octopus vs Close to the Edge: which is better?
Octopus scores 8.9/10 while Close to the Edge scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Octopus vs Selling England by the Pound: which is better?
Octopus scores 8.9/10 while Selling England by the Pound scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Octopus vs Larks' Tongues in Aspic: which is better?
Octopus scores 8.9/10 while Larks' Tongues in Aspic scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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