# Streamlets — A Radio Streaming Watch App

> Standalone smartwatch radio streaming app with global station access. (iPhone/iPad app by Paul Carmody.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlets/id1507575984 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Paul Carmody](https://appshunter.io/developer/326304727)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 119 App Store ratings · 186 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-04-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlets/id1507575984/reviews.md

## What is Streamlets?

A standalone radio streaming watch with over 6 years of active development. The first and original radio watch app that plays through the watch speaker.

Leave your phone at home and browse over 50,000 radio stations from around the world to stream directly on your Apple Watch.

* Search for Radio Stations directly on your Apple Watch
* Stream live broadcasts over wi-fi or cellular*
* Play live streams when you have AirPods or compatible Bluetooth headphones/speaker connected or through the Watch speaker.
* Save your favourite stations for easier access.
* Browse live radio streams by country or genre/tag or search by the stations name.
* Live widget integrations for now playing, favourites and recents.
* See popular stations in your country
* Runs in the background and integrates with the built in Workouts App.

This App uses the superb Community Radio Browser service. If you don't see your favourite radio station in the App, then you can add it at http://www.radio-browser.info.

Note: Streaming over cellular when not connected to your phone requires a cellular Apple Watch with an active data plan.

For support or feature requests, please visit https://carmody.me

## Key features

- Standalone streaming on watch
- 50,000+ global radio stations
- Search by country, genre, or name
- Save favorite stations
- Background playback
- Workout app integration

## What do users think of Streamlets?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Excellent app for radio streaming
- 🚀 Works independently on Apple Watch
- 🔊 Ability to play through watch speaker
- 💰 Great value for money
- 📻 Wide variety of radio stations
- 🤩 Fantastic app, highly recommended

**Cons**

- 🔋 High battery consumption when using watch speaker
- 🐛 Some issues with loading/streaming certain stations
- 🤖 Compatibility issues with newer Apple Watch models

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Disappearing/missing favorite stations
- Inability to re-download app after watch reset

**Most requested features**

- Add timer to automatically stop radio playback
- Ability to play through Bluetooth headphones/speakers
- Option to create custom station playlists
- Add complication for quick access from watch face

## Recent user reviews (10 of 186)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streamlets/id1507575984/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Breathed new life in my old Apple Watch

*2026-06-14, version 2026.06*

Perfect! I love that I can listen to audio with my Apple Watch 7’s speaker. So many stations available and the popular list already has everything I need. Smooth Jazz, 80s, NPR, CNN, etc. 

It’s literally the most fun I’ve had with my Apple Watch. I just used it today while doing laundry, it’s so nice to be able to listen to something without bothering my roommate or having to wear AirPods. And the sound is good, loud enough where I usually only keep the volume halfway. My favorite genre, Smooth Jazz, sounds amazing on it.

I love that it’s unlocked this capability that’s normally only available on the newer Apple Watch Models. I have no reason to upgrade now :)

### 3/5 — 한국에서 질문 드려요

*2026-06-07*

방금 구매했는데, 한국내 라디오 채널의 절반이상이 무음으로만 나오네요. 특히 mbc는 한채널 빼고는 전멸이네요ㅠ 환불할까 말까 고민되는데, 제대로 동작할수 있게 Fix할 방법은 없나요?

### 1/5 — Could be Fantastic but

*2026-05-18, version 2026.04*

Hardly ever actually starts playing

### 5/5 — amazing

*2026-04-05, version 2026.04*

This is what every radio app for the Apple Watch should be. It's been exciting over time to watch Mr Carmody add features that nobody else has.

### 5/5 — Fantastic.

*2026-03-27, version 2026.04*

Great app. Turns the Apple Watch into a standalone radio player. No need to use Apple Music for this. It will play over WiFi or if you have a Cellular Watch. Brilliant stuff.

### 5/5 — Best Watch Radio App

*2026-03-25*

Umfangreiche Senderliste, Top-Kundenservice, Toller Klang

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2026-03-16*

Exactly what I was looking for. Highly recommended!

### 2/5 — Can’t listen to this app on my Ultra 1 anymore ☹️

*2026-02-27, version 2026.03.2*

What Happened!!

### 5/5 — Excellent update

*2026-02-27, version 2026.03.2*

Thanks for the bug fixes! Everything works perfectly. What a great radio player. Good job.

### 5/5 — Optimal beim Sport

*2026-02-19*

ich höre viel DI.FM und bin sehr genervt das die es nicht schaffen eine Watch App zu bauen. Streamlets löst mein Problem, beim Krafttraining immer das Smartphone rumschleppen zu müssen. In Kombination mit Gymbook auf der Uhr ist das ganz hervorragend. 
Einzig ein wenig mehr Kompatibilität zu DI.FM wäre klasse, aber hey, der Entwickler muss hier irgendwie alle einfangen. 
Nützliche Features werden regelmäßig ergänzt. Somit bleibt es spannend was noch kommt. 

Danke für die Idee und Arbeit.

**Developer response:** 🙏 🙏 🙏

## Frequently asked questions about Streamlets

### What does this app do?

This app allows you to stream over 50,000 radio stations from around the world directly from your Apple Watch. It can play through the watch speaker or connected Bluetooth devices, and you can leave your phone behind.

### Can I listen to radio without my phone?

Yes, this is a standalone app designed to function independently of your phone. You can stream live broadcasts over Wi-Fi or cellular data directly from your Apple Watch.

### How do I find radio stations?

You can search for radio stations directly on your Apple Watch by name, or browse them by country or genre/tag. You can also save your favorite stations for quick access.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to use. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements. You will need an active data plan for your cellular Apple Watch if you choose to stream over cellular without your phone.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

This app is designed for Apple Watch. It requires a cellular Apple Watch with an active data plan for streaming over cellular when not connected to your phone. It also integrates with AirPods or compatible Bluetooth headphones/speakers.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.06 — 2026-06-10

- Brazilian Portuguese language support
- Recently Stations - your last played on the main menu
- Popular - top stations for your country
- New widgets - Recent and Favourite stations on the smart stack
- Redesigned main menu
- New A-Z station index for faster browsing

### 2026.04 — 2026-03-11

* BBC Radio Now Playing Support
* Sleep Timers! Set a time to stop playing your favourite radio - ideal for bedtime listening.
* Additional station information view - see country, tags, likes, dj and additional show information

### 2026.03.2 — 2026-02-26

- bug fixes

### 2026.03 — 2026-02-24

- Localisation support for French, German and Italian
- Improved feedback for stations that are offline
- Re-engineered the code to address recently reported issues with audio

### 2026.02 — 2026-02-17

- Icecast station support (now playing information is displayed where supported)
- Station logos and country flags visible in search results

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All apps by Paul Carmody: https://appshunter.io/developer/326304727

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