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Third

Progressive Rock Album British 1970 Canterbury Jazz Prog Soft Machine

Third is the third studio album by the English rock band Soft Machine, released in 1970. It is a double LP consisting of four compositions, each of which occupies an entire side of vinyl, featuring elements of jazz fusion and progressive rock. The album is largely instrumental and emphasizes extende...

8.6 Great

apps Top Third Alternatives

The top alternative to Third in 2026 is Close to the Edge with a score of 9.2/10, followed by Fragile (9.2) and Selling England by the Pound (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
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Fragile

Fragile

Released in 1971, Fragile is the fourth studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes. It was the band's first a...

Classic British 1970S Yes
9.2 Excellent
3
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
4
In the Court of the Crimson King

In the Court of the Crimson King

In the Court of the Crimson King is the debut studio album by the English rock band King Crimson, released in 1969. The...

Progressive Rock British Foundational 1969
9.2 Excellent
5
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
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The Yes Album

The Yes Album

"The Yes Album" is the third studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes, released in 1971. It marks a critica...

British 1970S Breakthrough Yes
9.1 Excellent
8
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
9
Hand. Cannot. Erase.

Hand. Cannot. Erase.

Hand. Cannot. Erase. is a studio album by British progressive rock musician Steven Wilson, released in 2015. The record...

Concept British 2015 Prog Rock
9.0 Excellent
10
Aqualung

Aqualung

Aqualung is the fourth studio album by British rock band Jethro Tull, released in 1971. The album is characterized by it...

Progressive Rock Concept British 1971
8.9 Great
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Octopus

Octopus

Octopus is the fourth studio album by British progressive rock band Gentle Giant, released in 1972. The album is recogni...

British Essential 1972 Gentle Giant
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
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H to He, Who Am the Only One

H to He, Who Am the Only One

H to He, Who Am the Only One is the third studio album by the English progressive rock band Van der Graaf Generator, rel...

Heavy Art Rock British 1970
8.5 Great
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If I Could Do It All Over Again, I'd Do It All Over You

If I Could Do It All Over Again, I'd Do It All Over You

Released in 1970, If I Could Do It All Over Again, I'd Do It All Over You is the second studio album by the English band...

Caravan British Early 1970
8.1 Great
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The Least We Can Do Is Wave to Each Other

The Least We Can Do Is Wave to Each Other

The Least We Can Do Is Wave to Each Other is the second studio album by English progressive rock band Van der Graaf Gene...

Dark Art Rock British 1970
8.0 Great
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For Girls Who Grow Plump in the Night

For Girls Who Grow Plump in the Night

"For Girls Who Grow Plump in the Night" is the fifth studio album by the British progressive rock band Caravan, released...

Caravan British Jazz Influenced 1973
7.9 Good
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Lizard

Lizard

"Lizard" is the third studio album by the English progressive rock band King Crimson, released in 1970. It is characteri...

Experimental British 1970 King Crimson
7.6 Good
18
In the Wake of Poseidon

In the Wake of Poseidon

In the Wake of Poseidon is the second studio album by the English progressive rock band King Crimson, released in 1970....

Dark Progressive Rock British 1970
7.4 Good
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Cunning Stunts

Cunning Stunts

Released in 1975, Cunning Stunts is a live album by the British progressive rock band Caravan, a key group in the Canter...

Caravan Orchestral British 1975
7.0 Good
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The Unauthorised Breakfast Item

The Unauthorised Breakfast Item

The Unauthorised Breakfast Item (2003) is Caravan's twelfth studio album, the Canterbury band's first release in over a...

Caravan British 2003 Canterbury
6.0 Fair

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs Third Action
Close to the Edge
Close to the Edge
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Essential
9.2 Excellent +0.6 Compare
Fragile
Fragile
Progressive Rock Album Classic British 1970S
9.2 Excellent +0.6 Compare
Selling England by the Pound
Selling England by the Pound
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Essential
9.2 Excellent +0.6 Compare
In the Court of the Crimson King
In the Court of the Crimson King
Progressive Rock Album Progressive Rock British Foundational
9.2 Excellent +0.6 Compare
Larks' Tongues in Aspic
Larks' Tongues in Aspic
Progressive Rock Album British Essential 1973
9.2 Excellent +0.6 Compare
Thick as a Brick
Thick as a Brick
Progressive Rock Album British 1972 Symphonic Prog
9.2 Excellent +0.6 Compare
The Yes Album
The Yes Album
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Breakthrough
9.1 Excellent +0.5 Compare
Pawn Hearts
Pawn Hearts
Progressive Rock Album British 1971 Essential
9.1 Excellent +0.5 Compare
Hand. Cannot. Erase.
Hand. Cannot. Erase.
Progressive Rock Album Concept British 2015
9.0 Excellent +0.4 Compare
Aqualung
Aqualung
Progressive Rock Album Progressive Rock Concept British
8.9 Great +0.3 Compare

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help Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best alternatives to Third?
The top alternatives to Third in 2026 include Close to the Edge, Fragile, Selling England by the Pound, In the Court of the Crimson King, Larks' Tongues in Aspic. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Third compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Third scores 8.6/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Third worth it in 2026?
Third scores 8.6/10 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 Third?
Several alternatives to Third 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 Third?
Common reasons users look for Third 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 Third are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Third in the Progressive Rock Album category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Third alternative has the highest rating?
Close to the Edge currently holds the highest rating among Third alternatives with a score of 9.2/10.
Can I use Close to the Edge instead of Third?
Close to the Edge is one of the top-rated alternatives to Third. 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 Third?
Pricing varies among Third 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 Third 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.
Third vs Close to the Edge: which is better?
Third scores 8.6/10 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.
Third vs Fragile: which is better?
Third scores 8.6/10 while Fragile scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Third vs Selling England by the Pound: which is better?
Third scores 8.6/10 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.

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