# Drive Player — Gesture based music controller

> Gesture-based music controller for Apple Music, optimized for driving. (iPhone/iPad app by Chris Aselford.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-player/id1502891642 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chris Aselford](https://appshunter.io/developer/1016151046)
- Category: Music, Utilities, Music
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.2 · 4 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-04-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drive-player/id1502891642/reviews.md

## What is Drive Player?

Take control of your music with Drive Player, a gesture based music controller for Apple Music designed specifically to be easy to use while driving.

Controlling an app through precise taps is difficult while driving so Drive Player uses swipes to quickly let you navigate your currently playing music. Swipe left to go forward a track, right to go back and tap to pause.

Set up your favourite playlist in Drive Player to have quick access to your favourite songs. Or start playing music through the Music app and use Drive Player to control the playback. It's up to you.

Drive Player also works with Siri Shortcuts allowing you to quickly start your favourite music as soon as you get in the car.

Drive Player includes an Apple Watch app also allowing you to control your music from your wrist.

Please ensure you refer to the laws in your local jurisdiction regarding using your phone while driving.

## Key features

- Gesture-based music control
- Swipe for track navigation
- Tap to pause/play
- Favorite playlist access
- Siri Shortcuts integration
- Apple Watch app

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nice Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Kind Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Generous Tip | $5.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Drive Player

### Does Drive Player have ads?

No, Drive Player does not contain advertisements. It is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases available.

### What devices does Drive Player support?

Drive Player is available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. It is designed to work seamlessly across these Apple devices.

### How often is Drive Player updated?

The latest version of Drive Player is 1.2, released on November 30, 2020. Updates are provided by the developer to improve functionality and compatibility.

### What is the age rating for Drive Player?

Drive Player has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.

### Can I use Drive Player offline?

Drive Player controls music playback from Apple Music. While the app itself does not require an internet connection to function, the music you play may require a data connection or downloaded content.

### How does Drive Player compare to other music apps for driving?

Drive Player's primary advantage is its gesture-based control system, specifically designed for safe use while driving. It offers a simplified interface focused on essential playback functions.

### What are the in-app purchases for Drive Player?

The description mentions in-app purchases are available, but specific details about what these purchases unlock are not provided. Users can explore these options within the app.

### Is Drive Player compatible with Apple Music playlists?

Yes, Drive Player allows you to set up and access your favorite playlists from Apple Music for quick control while driving.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2 — 2020-11-30

Apple Watch Support
• You can now control DrivePlayer from your watch with the same familiar gestures
• Tap to play, pause or shuffle
• Swipe left and right to skip forward and back

Bug fixes and compatibility with iOS 14

### 1.1.1 — 2020-06-19

Bug fixes
• Fixed shuffle mode not working correctly
• Removed animation from text label and album art transitions
• Made the Now Playing screen more responsive on iPad and with dynamic text sizes - should stop the view from overlapping the status bar
• Changed the Play/Pause button to actually play/pause instead of reloading your playlist
• Added a visual cue to indicate a playlist has been selected on iPad
• Changed toggle tint colour to match the rest of the app

### 1.1 — 2020-05-30

New Features
• iPad support - enjoy Drive Player on the big screen with support for split screen and slide over

Bug fixes
• The 'Help' title on the 'Help' screen now no longer takes a few seconds to appear

### 1.0.1 — 2020-04-29

A couple of quick fixes and features:
• Fixed a bug that caused the App Icon list to move around when first appearing
• Added an alert if the default playlist is deleted
• Small UI Tweaks

### 1.0 — 2020-04-19

No release notes.

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