# Jooki — Smart music player > Screen-free smart music player for kids, controlled by figurines. (iPhone/iPad app by MuuseLabs.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jooki/id1287510114 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [MuuseLabs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1287510113) - Category: Entertainment, Music - Price: Free - Rating: 1.80/5 from 66 App Store ratings · 71 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 23 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2017-11-17 - Data updated: 2026-07-05 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jooki/id1287510114/reviews.md ## What is Jooki? Jooki is the favorite 3-to-9 years old educational toy that fosters their imagination with music & storytelling, and helps build​​ the core foundation for their future. Jooki is the only high-quality speaker that gives kids safe, screen-free access to streaming audio content. Grown-ups create playlists from Spotify (or their own MP3) and associate them with a Jooki figurine in a few clicks with the Jooki app. Next, kids just place that figurine or token on Jooki to start the playlist… or lift it to pause, stop or change. Children grow fast and their needs change just as quickly. Parents will easily reprogram Jooki tokens and figurines to share new inspiring audio content with their kids. Jooki will play Spotify playlists when connected to Wi-Fi and MP3 playlists anytime, anywhere. More than one phone can connect and program Jooki tokens/figurines. From the Jooki app, parents will be able to connect Jooki to a new Wi-Fi network (Jooki will remember up to 8 networks), connect Jooki to a wireless headset or speaker, enable or disable the volume limitation compatible with 3-year-old toy safety standards, and turn off Jooki remotely. More info at https://jooki.com Contact us : support@jooki.com ## Key features - Screen-free audio access for children - Playlist creation from Spotify/MP3 - Figurine-controlled playback - Remote control and Wi-Fi management - Volume limitation for safety - Connects to headphones/speakers ## What do users think of Jooki? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 💡 Great concept for kids' music - 👍 Speaker quality is good - 👍 Durable hardware - 👍 Unique screen-free music player - 👍 Works well for podcasts and audiobooks - 👍 Easy to link Spotify playlists (with video help) - 👍 Kids enjoy the device **Cons** - 🐛 App crashes constantly - 🐛 App is not intuitive - 🐛 Frequent connection issues (Wi-Fi, device) - 🐛 Difficult setup process - 🐛 Poor user experience (UX) - 🐛 Inconsistent functionality - 🐛 Customer support is mediocre/unresponsive - 🐛 Does not support special characters in Wi-Fi passwords - 🐛 Back button placement issues on iPhones - 🐛 Spotify integration can be problematic - 🐛 App does not always remember Wi-Fi networks - 🐛 Expensive for the functionality - 🐛 Lack of updates/company support - 🐛 Issues with VoiceOver accessibility - 🐛 Tokens not always recognized - 🐛 Updates cause issues - 🐛 Device becomes unusable after updates - 🐛 App freezes or shows blank screens - 🐛 Setup fails repeatedly - 🐛 Tokens act the same, not unique - 🐛 No play/pause button on device - 🐛 Knobs are hard for small hands to turn - 🐛 App force closes frequently - 🐛 Reinstallation doesn't help - 🐛 Device needs to be reset often - 🐛 Issues with older iOS versions - 🐛 MP3 transfer is slow and difficult - 🐛 AAC audiobooks not supported - 🐛 Whole albums not supported - 🐛 System hangs/needs restarts - 🐛 Spotify not compatible - 🐛 Stock songs only play sometimes - 🐛 No sleep mode - 🐛 Volume control not in app - 🐛 No clear instructions/spelling mistakes - 🐛 Back button unavailable in portrait mode **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes constantly - App freezes - App shows blank screens - Device disconnects from Wi-Fi frequently - Device does not connect to Wi-Fi - App does not recognize special characters in Wi-Fi passwords - Back button is inaccessible on iPhones - Spotify connection issues - App force closes - App does not open after iOS updates - Tokens are not recognized - Updates cause the app to crash or become unusable - Setup process fails - Device needs to be reset repeatedly - App does not remember Wi-Fi networks - VoiceOver accessibility issues - MP3 transfer is slow and buggy - AAC audiobooks are not supported - Whole albums cannot be loaded - System hangs and requires restarts - Spotify playlists cannot be loaded - Device does not connect to Spotify - Stock songs only play intermittently - No sleep mode functionality - Volume control is not available in the app - Lack of clear instructions and spelling mistakes in the app - Back button is unavailable in portrait mode on iPhones - Voicemail feature not working - Device firmware updates fail **Most requested features** - Add a help page/tutorial for Jooki LEDs - Provide clear explanations for Jooki processes - Improve Jooki update status feedback - Fix back arrow behavior after Wi-Fi connection failure - Add dark mode - Allow changing playlists through app with login - Easier integration with Audible - Add play/pause button to device - Improve volume control from the app - Add sleep mode - Improve MP3 transfer process - Support for AAC audiobooks - Support for whole albums - Improve accessibility for VoiceOver users - Allow adding songs to existing playlists - Unlink Spotify account option - Add a factory reset switch - Improve error handling and feedback in the app - Add support for current iPhone notch design - Allow direct transfer of songs from music app ## Recent user reviews (10 of 71) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jooki/id1287510114/reviews.md ### 1/5 — A FUIR !! *2024-05-19* L’application n’est pas intuitive, elle plante sans cesse, c’est une catastrophe de gérer son « enceinte » Jooki avec une tel app. L’appli ne propose pas non plus de français. Les tutos proposés ne sont pas à jour (exemple pour connecter un casque Bluetooth). Lorsque que le Jooki se déconnecte tout seul, impossible de le réinitialiser. C’est une honte ! Application et enceinte Jooki a fuir !! Trop cher et la qualité n’est pas au RDV ### 1/5 — Don’t waste your money!! *2024-04-04, version 93.3.121* We had the Jooki for just a few months. It stopped working. We have tried everything as per customer support and troubleshooting on their site. Nothing has worked. Customer support is mediocre, at best! ### 1/5 — Jooki 1 - lumière bleue et playlist ne se lance pas *2024-03-22* Bonjour, Cela fonctionnait très bien jusqu’à il y a peu et puis je ne sais comment, les playlist ne se lancent plus. Avec une lumière bleue permanente. Est-ce une des mises à jours de Jooki ou spotify qui est en cause? Jooki est maintenant inutilisable :-( ### 1/5 — Pénible *2024-02-11* L’application est presqu’inutilisable. Plante constamment, j’ai réussi à mettre des podcasts une seule et unique fois en 3 mois. Ne fonctionne plus ### 1/5 — Neat device, terrible app *2024-02-08, version 93.3.121* We can’t connect the speaker to our home wifi because the app doesn’t recognize certain special characters. How is this even a thing? The Jooki app wants us to change our wifi password which would involve changing the wifi password in every device we have that’s connected to our home network (security cameras, laptops, gaming consoles, printers, etc), it should be an easy fix with an app update but nothing yet. Come on, Jooki. Do better! ### 1/5 — The app is a nightmare ! *2024-01-19* I have to change my WiFi password cause jooki’s app doesn’t support « ‘» and other special characters… Also the back button who’s under the iPhone clock so you cannot use it… The Jooki is magic for kids but a nightmare to setup. You have to do a full app redesign with a deep UX work. The UI is ok. ### 1/5 — This app doesn’t work *2024-01-19, version 93.3.121* The app just doesn’t work anymore. No matter what troubleshooting I do on the device or what workarounds I come up with on the Spotify app, the Jooki app itself just goes to a completely blank screen every time I try to connect to either Jooki or the Wi-Fi. ### 3/5 — Product is great, app is a liability *2024-01-11, version 93.3.121* If you’re considering buying this, consider that it disconnects from the WiFi all the time and it will take lots of time for initial setup as well as reconnecting it over and over. It doesn't remember WiFi networks when you go somewhere else. On initial setup I had to allow a local network or something like that in my Spotify settings (jookie setup didn’t tell me this step!). ### 2/5 — Bon produit, mais l’accessibilité, c’est pas encore ça *2024-01-08* Pour une utilisation avec VoiceOver, c’est quand même assez compliqué. Impossible de valider un code wi-fi, le bouton est masqué, inaccessible, et même ensuite dans l’application, pas mal de boutons sont non étiqueté. On peut toujours espérer des mises à jour, mais sans trop y croire. ### 1/5 — Absolute Garbage *2023-12-30, version 93.3.121* I’ve spent countless hours trying to get this garbage app to work. When it does, it’s pretty cool, but it’s such a rare exception that I can barely give it any credit. It rarely connects to the app and when it actually does, connecting to Spotify becomes another lottery you’re forced into to see if it’ll work. Oh, and don't make the mistake of having your kid use a token when you have Spotify playing other music on another device because that token isn’t smart enough to take over - instead, it will rewrite as the music you were listening to. I would write a whole list of what needs to improve but I think it’s easier if the developers start from scratch. ## Frequently asked questions about Jooki ### What does the Jooki app do? The Jooki app allows parents to create playlists from services like Spotify or their own MP3 files. These playlists can then be associated with Jooki figurines or tokens. The app also enables parents to manage Wi-Fi connections, connect external audio devices, set volume limits, and remotely turn off the Jooki device. ### How does Jooki work for kids? Children interact with Jooki by placing a specific figurine or token onto the device. Each figurine/token is linked to a pre-set playlist. Placing a figurine starts the associated playlist, while lifting it pauses or stops playback. This provides a simple, intuitive, and screen-free way for kids to enjoy music and stories. ### Is Jooki safe for young children? Yes, Jooki is designed with young children in mind. It offers safe, screen-free access to audio content. Parents can enable a volume limitation feature that is compatible with toy safety standards for 3-year-olds, ensuring a safe listening experience. ### Can I use my own music with Jooki? Absolutely. In addition to streaming services like Spotify, you can create playlists using your own MP3 files. These personal music collections can be associated with Jooki figurines or tokens, allowing your child to listen to their favorite songs or stories anytime, anywhere. ### What are the compatibility requirements for Jooki? The Jooki device itself connects to Wi-Fi to stream content and can play MP3s offline. The Jooki app, used for programming and management, can be connected by more than one phone. Jooki can also connect to wireless headsets or speakers for alternative listening options. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 93.3.121 — 2023-10-27 Bug fixes and improvements ### 92.3.120 — 2023-07-31 Update of some libraries which should help with some reliability issues. ### 80.3.109 — 2022-11-16 Design and stability Improvements ### 3.106.79 — 2022-10-19 Design and stability Improvements ### 3.105.78 — 2022-09-29 Design and stability Improvements ## Apps similar to Jooki | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Onkyo Music Control App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onkyo-music-control-app/id1255062216) | 4.5 (342) | Free | Entertainment | | [Sensical](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sensical/id1557563426) | 4.3 (169) | Free | Entertainment | | [StreamNest](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamnest/id6739137420) | 3.7 (6) | Free | Entertainment | | [Kids Videos Mode for Youtube](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kids-videos-mode-for-youtube/id6744391616) | 4.7 (63) | Free | Entertainment | | [COBY Smart](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coby-smart/id1633532047) | 3.7 (9) | Free | Entertainment | | [Stories for Toniebox and Yoto](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stories-for-toniebox-and-yoto/id6739776974) | 4.8 (21) | Free | Entertainment | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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