Comparison

Linn vs ARCAM Radia

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Linn

Control your Linn music system with an intuitive interface. Stream from integrated services like TIDAL and Qobuz, search globally for music, and manage playlists from the cloud. Enjoy synchronized playback across multiple streamers.

Highlights
  • Artist view with bios and discographies
  • Integrated streaming services (TIDAL, Qobuz, Deezer)
  • Global search across all music content
  • Cloud-synced playlists
  • Multi-room synchronized playback
  • Dark mode option
  • Over-the-air software upgrades
Features
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The most intuitive and enjoyable way to control your Linn music system; whether you have one or more streamers at your home. ARTIST VIEW Searching by artist yields comprehensive results; with artist bios, top tracks, albums, ‘appears on...’, and related artists all contained in a neat, scroll-down list. STREAM AWAY All of your favourite high-resolution streaming services – TIDAL, Qobuz, and Deezer – and internet radio services airable, CalmRadio, and TuneIn are fully integrated inside the app. All Linn streamers are also compatible with Spotify Connect. TIDAL Radio and personalised ‘My Mixes’ pull through to Linn app too . GLOBAL SEARCH Quickly find what you’re looking for across all your streaming services and stored music content, all from one place. The revamped global search function allows browsing by artist, album, genre station, or track; and pulls through gorgeous artwork and artist photography in a much-improved and better integrated experience. DARK MODE For a more cosy experience, when the lights are down low, dark mode is available via app settings. NOW PLAYING An enhanced Now Playing view displays beautiful, large-format album artwork, and includes all transport and volume controls on a single, uncluttered screen. YOUR PLAYLISTS – ANYWHERE Your playlists are stored in the Cloud, linked to your Linn account, meaning you always have access to your favourites – from anywhere and at any time – and can cue them up on any Linn streamer on your local network. UPDATE AND CONFIGURE Regular, free, over-the-air software upgrades bring performance and feature enhancements to your Linn streamer. It’s easy to ensure your system is always up-to-date with the latest version directly within the app. The ability to manage and rename sources and rooms is embedded in the app settings screens too. THROW LEGENDARY PARTIES Own multiple Linn streamers? Take control of every room, all from the same app, on the same iOS device. Link rooms together and enjoy the same music, perfectly synchronised throughout your home. Linn App is compatible with all Linn Music Systems running Davaar firmware.

About

ARCAM Radia

Easily set up your Wi-Fi connected audio device and stream music from various sources. Access podcasts, internet radio, and popular music services directly from your phone. Supports Chromecast streaming for a seamless audio experience.

Highlights
  • Wi-Fi product setup
  • Music playback
  • Podcast and radio access
  • Qobuz and Amazon Music integration
  • UPnP & USB playback
  • Chromecast streaming configuration
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The ARCAM Radia App enables quick product setup on the Wi-Fi network and fast access to music playback. Once connected, you can access a world of music including: • A huge catalogue of podcasts and internet radio stations. Add Favourites for quick and convenient playback • Music playback via Qobuz and Amazon Music, UPnP & USB drives built into the App • Configures your device for Chromecast streaming Note: For the best experience, please check your ARCAM device is running the latest software.

Screenshots

Linn4 screens
ARCAM Radia4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Linn at 48% against ARCAM Radia's 0%. Linn also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.3) and update cadence (monthly vs every 9 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Linn holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linn has 298 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Linn's written reviews are positive against 0% of ARCAM Radia's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Linn ships an update monthly, ARCAM Radia every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Linn versus ARCAM Radia: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinnARCAM Radia
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (298 ratings) — better2.3 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews48.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings298 — better6
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 9 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.1
Further details — not scored
Size130 MB31 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperLinn Products LtdHARMAN INTERNATIONAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED

Customer experience

Linn

All ratings298 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral3.7%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews172 reviews
Positive48.3%
Neutral10.5%
Negative41.3%

ARCAM Radia

All ratings5 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral28.6%
Negative71.4%

Bugs and requests

Linn

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to connect to music systems
  • Playlist disappearing after updates
  • Incorrect metadata and album art display
  • Frequent log-out issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Improved playlist management
  • Better integration with streaming services
  • Customizable album/artist view
  • Alarm clock/automation features

ARCAM Radia

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Linn

No in-app purchases

None

ARCAM Radia

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Linn free?
Linn is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ARCAM Radia free?
ARCAM Radia is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Linn or ARCAM Radia?
Linn is rated higher. Linn averages 4.6 out of 5 from 298 ratings, while ARCAM Radia averages 2.3 from 6 ratings.
Do Linn or ARCAM Radia have ads?
Neither Linn nor ARCAM Radia shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Linn or ARCAM Radia?
Linn ships an update monthly, and ARCAM Radia every 9 months. Most recently, Linn was updated on October 29, 2026 and ARCAM Radia on October 24, 2026.

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