Big Stack 103.9 vs 96.5 The Cat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Big Stack 103.9
Stay informed with local news, weather, and traffic updates. Listen live to radio shows, interact with hosts, and receive instant alerts for breaking news and contests. Save articles for offline reading and share content easily.
- Live radio streaming
- Local news and weather updates
- Interactive host communication
- Breaking news alerts
- Save articles for offline reading
- Contest participation
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Get the latest news and information, weather coverage and traffic updates in the Great Falls area with the Big Stack 103.9 app! Listen to the station live and interact with the hosts – you can direct message and call the show directly from the app. Receive alerts about breaking news, contests, and more before anyone else. Save articles and viral stories for reading later, and share on Facebook and Twitter. Key Features: • Listen to our shows, plus receive weather and traffic updates live from Big Stack 103.9 Radio • Read the latest news, watch videos, view photo galleries & listen to audio content • Submit Photos/Videos directly from the app • Participate in contests and giveaways, plus get exclusive access to station scavenger hunts • Apple CarPlay lets you to stay focused on the road while listening • Get the latest weather for your area plus a 5-day forecast • Do not disturb modes for alerts (weekend and after hours) • Save articles for reading later (supports offline viewing) • Instant Alerts for breaking news, weather, contests, shows and more • Featured full multi-tasking with background audio and controls • Share the latest news on Facebook & Twitter • Supports AirPlay for wireless streaming to your compatible devices • 3D Touch for iOS Devices This is the latest version of the Big Stack 103.9 app, and many more features are already planned. Please share your feedback from within the Big Stack 103.9 app by clicking the “Send App Feedback” link in the menu.
96.5 The Cat
This app streams classic hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s, along with expertly curated new music. It aims to provide the perfect soundtrack for your life with an energetic edge, broadcasting across the Blue Ridge and beyond.
- Classic hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s
- Expertly selected new music
- Live radio streaming
- Regional broadcast focus
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96.5 The Cat plays Classic Hits from the 60's, 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s with expertly selected New Music. 96.5 The Cat plays the “soundtrack” of your life, with an edge! We Rock the Blue Ridge and Beyond!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Big Stack 103.9 at every 3 months against 96.5 The Cat's every 24 months. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Big Stack 103.9 against 4.0 for 96.5 The Cat. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 4 respectively.
Big Stack 103.9 ships an update every 3 months, 96.5 The Cat every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Big Stack 103.9 | 96.5 The Cat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) | 4.0 (4 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 24 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 79 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Townsquare Media, LLC | BLUE RIDGE RADIO INC |
Customer experience
Big Stack 103.9
96.5 The Cat
In-app purchases
Big Stack 103.9
No in-app purchases
96.5 The Cat
No in-app purchases
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