# Jacaranda FM

> Radio streaming app with personalized playlists and presenter interaction. (iPhone/iPad app by Kagiso Media Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jacaranda-fm/id1067298831 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kagiso Media Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/971998128)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.69/5 from 333 App Store ratings · 25 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-02-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jacaranda-fm/id1067298831/reviews.md

## What is Jacaranda FM?

Download the Jacaranda FM app today to stay connected.
Enjoy seamless streaming of your favourite shows, feel-good music, breaking news, and exclusive features.
App Features:
Solid Streaming: Experience uninterrupted music and show content.
Personalise Your Playlist: Like and dislike songs to share your music preferences and shape what plays next.
Engage with Presenters: Have something on your mind? Send a voice note directly to your favourite presenter—your voice matters!
Download now and tune in to Your No.1 Feel-Good Station

## Key features

- Seamless streaming
- Personalize playlist
- Engage with presenters
- Breaking news updates
- Exclusive features

## What do users think of Jacaranda FM?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🏠 Feeling of home for those abroad
- 🎵 Great music and content
- 👍 Easy and enjoyable to use
- ✅ Works well
- 😃 Fun and humorous presenters
- 💖 Great campaigns and useful messages

**Cons**

- 🐛 App often stops working
- 🔇 Audio does not always play
- 💥 App crashes after opening
- 😠 Ads interfere with app functionality
- 📉 Sound levels inconsistent between programming and ads
- 🌐 Network issues cause failure
- 🔄 Difficulty with Airplay or Chromecast

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App stops working
- Audio does not play
- App crashes on launch
- Ads disrupt audio playback
- Inconsistent sound levels
- App fails with network issues
- Airplay/Chromecast functionality is difficult

**Most requested features**

- Fix app crashes on older devices (iPod touch 5th gen)
- Improve handling of network issues
- Enhance Airplay and Chromecast functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 25)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jacaranda-fm/id1067298831/reviews.md

### 2/5 — App doesn’t always work

*2025-02-27, version 1.12.0*

App often stops working and the audio does not always play when app is running.

### 2/5 — App crash on iPod touch

*2024-12-05, version 1.12.0*

I just updated my Jacaranda FM app, but when I try to open the app it crashes after 1 second, please fix.... I have a iPod touch 5th generation

### 5/5 — Prince

*2024-11-26, version 1.12.0*

I’m addicted already 😃 in d car,…on my mobile even my bed clock has a radio. 👌✅

### 2/5 — Average

*2024-08-01, version 1.12.0*

Your ads interfere with the app. When listening to radio, and ad will come up, and then the radio audio doesn’t play again thereafter. Very frustrating.

### 5/5 — Great

*2024-05-25, version 1.12.0*

Great to hear you from Jacksonville, NC!

### 1/5 — Rob

*2023-09-08, version 1.12.0*

Can hardly ever get your app to work

### 1/5 — Why this this rather than web?

*2021-10-11, version 1.12.0*

The app allows you to do what is done on the web. There is no streaming function…

### 1/5 — Infuriating frustrating

*2021-09-28, version 1.12.0*

This app is the most unreliable app ever

### 5/5 — Great Station

*2021-08-16, version 1.12.0*

Jacaranda gets better all the time

### 4/5 — LOVE Jacaranda FM

*2020-10-26, version 1.11.4*

Original, Funny, Compassionate. Absolutely LOVE some of the ad campaigns.. Domestic Abuse, depression, feeling unwell during COVID.  Very useful. No UK station here has such fantastic campaigns like yours. Admiral!!!!  And you have more FREEDOM to speak out.  I have you on everyday working from home 😀😀. Keep up your excellence.  Thanks everyone. Bringing a lot of ‘home’ into my life

## Frequently asked questions about Jacaranda FM

### What does the Jacaranda FM app do?

The app allows you to stream your favorite shows and feel-good music from the radio station. It also provides breaking news updates and exclusive content. You can personalize your music experience and interact directly with presenters.

### How can I personalize my music experience?

You can personalize your music experience by using the like and dislike functions for songs. This helps you share your music preferences, which in turn shapes what music plays next on the station.

### How can I interact with radio presenters?

You can engage with your favorite presenters by sending them a voice note directly through the app. This feature allows your voice and thoughts to be heard by the on-air personalities.

### Is the Jacaranda FM app free to download?

Yes, the app is free to download. It is supported by advertisements, meaning you will encounter ads while using the application.

### What kind of content can I expect on the app?

You can expect seamless streaming of your favorite radio shows, a curated selection of feel-good music, breaking news updates, and exclusive features from the station. The app aims to keep you connected to Your No.1 Feel-Good Station.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2026-01-30

MVP 1.3 Bug fixes and enhancements

### 2.0.0 — 2025-12-15

All-new design (MVP1): A modern look and improved user experience across the app.
Updated sections: Enjoy a smoother experience in News, Podcasts, and Win.
Improved stream stability: Faster, more reliable playback wherever you listen.
Apple CarPlay support: Now available for devices and cars that support it.
This update is the first step in our ongoing upgrade plan. More exciting improvements coming soon!

### 1.12.0 — 2021-07-22

- improved competitions
- updated privacy policy
- improved performance

### 1.11.5 — 2021-01-06

- Performance improvement

### 1.11.4 — 2020-10-22

- Performance Improvements

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