# Miximum: Smart Playlist Maker — Smart Playlists for iOS

> Automated, rule-based playlist creation for Apple Music libraries. (iPhone/iPad app by Mike Clay.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/miximum-smart-playlist-maker/id1456153507 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mike Clay](https://appshunter.io/developer/924491990)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $2.49 with in-app purchases (on sale, was $2.99)
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 523 App Store ratings · 251 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Chinese (Simplified, China), Japanese
- Released: 2019-06-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/miximum-smart-playlist-maker/id1456153507/reviews.md

## What is Miximum?

Miximum brings the power of Apple Music Smart Playlists to your iPhone and iPad.

Create Mixes that automatically update based on rules you define. Rediscover your music library and enjoy a truly personalized listening experience.

Effortless Automation:
	•	Intuitive rule creation: Easily set criteria based on genre, artist, play count, date added, and more.
	•	Fine-tune your Mixes with advanced logic: combine rulesets with "and" & "or”, and limit by song count or duration.
	•	Live previews: See your Mix update in real-time as you adjust the rules.

Seamless Integration:
	•	Works with your Music.app library: Access all your music, whether you subscribe to Apple Music or not.
	•	Combine and listen: Play multiple playlists together for unique listening experiences.
	•	Export static playlists: Create snapshots of your Mixes to use in Apple Music and other apps.
	•	Pure, ad-free listening experience: No interruptions, no distractions. Just you and your music.

Rediscover Your Music:
	•	Automatic updates: Your Mixes stay fresh and relevant as your library evolves.
	•	Endless possibilities: Create Mixes for specific moods, activities, or discoveries.
	•	Never get bored: Enjoy a constant stream of music tailored to your tastes.

Miximum is perfect for those who:
	•	Are Smart Playlist power users: You love this feature on desktop and want it on your iPhone.
	•	Have a large music library: You need powerful tools to organize and enjoy your collection.
	•	Love discovering new music: Create Mixes that surface hidden gems based on your preferences.
	•	Want a personalized experience: Tailor your listening to your unique tastes and moods.

Download Miximum today and unlock the full potential of your Apple Music library.

## Key features

- Automatic playlist updates
- Intuitive rule creation
- Advanced logic for rules
- Live rule previews
- Works with Music.app library
- Export static playlists
- Ad-free listening

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $2.49.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Extra Tip | $1.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #169 in Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

## What do users think of Miximum?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Use it every day
- 👍 Exceptional app
- 👍 Brilliant app
- 👍 Couldn't be easier
- 👍 Wonderful app
- 👍 Fills missing functionality
- 👍 Great range of options
- 👍 Highly recommended
- 👍 Powerful and flexible
- 👍 Brings smart playlists to iOS
- 👍 Excellent for playlist management

**Cons**

- 🐛 Sql results not quite correct
- 🐛 Downloaded only rule broken
- 🐛 BPM filter not working
- 🐛 Crashes on iOS 18
- 🐛 Play count not working
- 🐛 Playlist export issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Sql results not quite correct
- Downloaded only rule broken
- BPM filter not working
- Crashes on iOS 18
- Play count not working
- Playlist export issues
- App crashes on opening

**Most requested features**

- CarPlay and Shortcuts integration
- Folders for organizing mixes
- Playlist artwork and description export
- Automatic playlist updates
- Playlist sorting options
- Ability to limit songs per group
- Exclude downloaded/owned songs
- Filter by language
- Sync playlists to Apple Music
- Playlist management features (delete, duplicate)
- Playlist sorting by release date
- Automatic playlist refresh/update

## Recent user reviews (10 of 251)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/miximum-smart-playlist-maker/id1456153507/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Still A Great App

*2026-08-29, version 2.1.5*

Useful for creating smart playlists on your iPhone. I use it to make playlists from multiple playlists with multiple variables. It replaces some of the functionality that was removed from iTunes years ago. Had it years, still use it regularly, and it’s still getting updates. Highly recommended. I just updated this review August 2026.

### 5/5 — Last played date is back !

*2026-08-28, version 2.1.4*

Wish there was a way to pin “Last played” to the top of the preferences menu. 

One of my top 5 apps- my go to for music! I love that I can listen to my last played song next! Thanks for bringing back the date the song was last played!

### 4/5 — Used for years

*2026-08-18, version 2.1.2*

I’ve used this app for years and it’s the main way I filter through my massive library of songs and massive playlists. It’s really great and I would recommend it to anyone with a big library of music. There are a couple things I wish it had, like folders for mixes or a way to only include songs on two playlists (i.e. songs that are on BOTH a dance playlist and a sad playlist) but other than that this is amazing

### 3/5 — Great companion for Apple Music (But still has bugs)

*2026-08-09, version 2.1.2*

9 August 2026. Updated from long ago. The cloud sync doesn't work. I have to duplicate by hand all my mixes between my iPhone and my iPad. The Lossless criterion for selecting music from my library only returns videos. If I choose Include All Songs as my source, the UI bunches up the source text label and the first group modifier (any or all groups). So I select Include Library as my only source. The source list and the display of which source is chosen is the most confusing thing about this app. I have to downgrade my 5 star rating to 3 stars. It's a shame because Mike has put so much effort into this app. But the issues I listed make this app increasingly frustrating to use.

### 1/5 — no longer works

*2026-08-09, version 2.1.2*

Apart from my complaint it now dors not work at all. Please sort this out
Despite excluding specific terms (eg not containing traccia) these still appear in playlist. I do not know how to contact developer
Update: months later, no response at all. Issue still exists, i suspect those criteria have no impact at all 😫

### 4/5 — Siri/Shortcuts Actions

*2026-08-07, version 2.1.2*

The app is great and I love being able to finally create dynamic filters for playlists (or smart playlists). But I’m disappointed to not see any shortcuts actions built in? I feel like that would help a long way. Siri would be able to start playlists you create then. And shortcuts could trigger them off events.

### 5/5 — Huge fan

*2026-07-31, version 2.1*

Been using it for a while now. The strength of the app is its simplicity of use, versatility of function and unbeatable price. It fills all the gaps that I found in Apple Music. Love it. Well done.

### 1/5 — Don’t buy!

*2026-06-21, version 2.0.4*

The worst app ever. Doesn’t work even after you pay for the features. Waste of time and money.

### 5/5 — Wonderful app!

*2026-05-31, version 2.0.4*

Updated Review:
I’m wondering if there’s a bug in the “In Library” / “Not in Library” filter? I’m frequently getting songs that are in the library in the “Not in Library” results.
Otherwise, it’s still one of my most used apps on my phone!

Previous Review:
The updated version feels fresher and faster, so huge kudos!
I love the addition of the delete group confirmation. I hate that I love it, but accidentally tapping that bit me in the butt so many times…
Curious why the star rating rule was changed from tappable stars? Not a big deal, but I found the previous usage easier. Maybe the app’s coding is easier this way?
I noticed that the “Loved” selection wasn’t replaced by “Favorites” in the scroll picker. Not an issue for me, but might be confusing for newer users.
Lastly, I have to admit that I don’t love the new edit screen. I’m probably the exception as I have tons of playlists in my library and scrolling through them left and right takes MUCH longer.
Overall, love the app and am grateful for the regular updates! I’d be crushed if this app ever went away! I really use it a ton! Thanks!

Original Review:
This is easily one of my most used apps on my phone! One issue I recently ran into is that I ran into results that included Audiobooks from the books app? Any way to exclude these from the results? Maybe this one is just me continually fat fingering my screen, but I can’t tell you how many times I’ve tapped the text space when editing a rule and accidentally hit the delete button that deletes the whole group… That REALLY sucks… Also, is there a way to include/exclude music videos? Awesome work! I love this app!

### 5/5 — Bloody Brilliant

*2026-04-15, version 2.0.4*

Well worth £2.99

## Frequently asked questions about Miximum

### What does Miximum do?

Miximum allows you to create smart, automatically updating playlists for your Apple Music library. You can define custom rules based on criteria like genre, artist, play count, and date added to curate personalized listening experiences.

### How do I create a playlist with Miximum?

You create playlists by defining rules within the app. You can easily set criteria and use advanced logic with 'and' & 'or' to combine rulesets. The app offers live previews so you can see your playlist update in real-time as you adjust the rules.

### Is Miximum free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering an ad-free listening experience. Additional features and advanced functionalities may be available through in-app purchases.

### What devices is Miximum compatible with?

Miximum is designed for iOS devices, specifically your iPhone and iPad. It seamlessly integrates with your existing Music.app library.

### Can I use Miximum with music not from Apple Music?

Yes, Miximum works with your Music.app library, which includes all your music whether you subscribe to Apple Music or not. You can also export static playlists to use in other applications.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.5 — 2026-08-29

Minor improvements and bug fixes (i.e., this update is mainly about improving App Store screenshot support for bundles. Speaking of which, Miximum is part of the Music Power User Bundle – check it out for the chance to get additional apps at a reduced price!)

### 2.1.4 — 2026-08-27

Icon updates for iOS 26!

### 2.1.3 — 2026-08-20

Accessibility improvements: search results now respect Reduce Motion user preference.

### 2.1.2 — 2026-08-06

Additional refinements for iOS 26 and Liquid Glass.

If you are enjoying Miximum, please consider leaving a 5-star review and/or referring the app to a friend! It makes a big difference. Thank you!

### 2.1.1 — 2026-07-31

Additional refinements for iOS 26 and Liquid Glass.

If you are enjoying Miximum, please consider leaving a 5-star review and/or referring the app to a friend! It makes a big difference. Thank you!

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All apps by Mike Clay: https://appshunter.io/developer/924491990

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