Comparison

CodaMusic vs ArtistsUpNext

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

Head to head
About

CodaMusic

Stream over 130 million songs with a social network integrated for music discovery. Share songs, playlists, and connect with artists and friends. Enjoy ad-free listening and exclusive artist content.

Highlights
  • 130M+ song library
  • Ad-free streaming
  • Offline listening
  • Artist exclusives
  • Social music feed
  • Community discovery
  • Personal profiles
Features
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CodaMusic - Where streaming meets social CodaMusic is the only place where 150 million+ songs live side-by-side with a fully-featured social network, so every play, post, and follow helps you discover more music you'll love. Why you'll love CodaMusic - All the music you want, ad-free - 130 M+ tracks ready to stream or download for offline listening. - Artist exclusives - get behind-the-scenes posts and fan-only content straight from the creators. - Social feed built for music - share songs, playlists, photos, even custom radio stations; comment, like, and repost right in your feed. - Community-powered discovery - follow friends and tastemakers with similar taste, or become the influencer yourself-every user can curate. - Personal profile – pin your favorite tracks, show off playlists, and connect with fans and artists who vibe the same way. - Simple plans - Individual ($10.99 / mo) or Family (up to 4 people, $16.99 / mo), both with unlimited streaming and the same artist exclusives. - Cancel anytime - try CodaMusic free, no strings attached, No Credit Card required. Privacy Policy: https://codamusic.me/privacy/ Terms and Conditions: https://codamusic.me/terms/

About

ArtistsUpNext

Features
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"ArtistsUpNext Radio is where new music gets its first big look. This is the home of ArtistsUpNext, Skip or Spin, The Plug Report with Just Say Joshua, and the creative world of Cyrus Igono—all in one app. We’re here to plug fans into new artists, and new artists into the world. If you love discovering what’s next before everyone else, or you’re an artist ready to be heard, this is your station. What You’ll Hear The Plug Report with Just Say Joshua – a culture-driven music discovery show where Joshua is “the plug,” breaking new artists and spotlighting rising talent across Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, Afrobeat, Pop, and more. Skip or Spin – a high-energy show where new songs hit the air, and listener reactions decide what stays in rotation. ArtistsUpNext Blocks – curated sets of fresh indie music, deep cuts, and new heat you won’t hear on traditional radio. Interviews, spotlights, and moments that give you the stories behind the songs, not just the tracks themselves. For Listeners Stream live from anywhere – 24/7 access to the station. Discover new independent artists before they blow up. Hear a multi-genre mix: Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, Afrobeat, Pop, Alternative, and beyond. Follow recurring voices and curators like Just Say Joshua and Cyrus Igono. Stay in the loop on special episodes, premieres, and events. For Artists & Creators ArtistsUpNext Radio is built as a platform, not just a playlist. Get your music in front of real listeners, not bots. Be featured on shows like Skip or Spin and The Plug Report when you qualify. Learn how other artists are building their brands, fanbases, and stories. Tap into a culture that actually cares about who you are, not just your stream count. (Submission info and contact details are available through the app and our sites.) Why Download the App? One tap to listen live anytime. Take ArtistsUpNext Radio with you in the car, gym, studio, or on the go. Instantly find show names, station info, and links without searching around. Be part of a growing movement to get new artists known. Whether you’re a fan searching for your new favorite song or an artist ready for your first serious radio look, the ArtistsUpNext Radio app is your gateway."

Screenshots

CodaMusic4 screens
ArtistsUpNext3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ArtistsUpNext at none against CodaMusic's 5. ArtistsUpNext also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). CodaMusic's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. CodaMusic sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. ArtistsUpNext asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CodaMusic ships an update every 3 weeks, ArtistsUpNext weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CodaMusic versus ArtistsUpNext: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodaMusicArtistsUpNext
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.7K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB58 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperCODA MUSIC, INC.Cyrus Igono

Bugs and requests

CodaMusic

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Login issues
  • Inability to play any music
  • Inconsistent song skipping functionality

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add lyrics support
  • Integrate local music files
  • Ability to unlike individual songs from albums
  • Add genre-based recommendations
  • Improve volume controls when casting to other devices

ArtistsUpNext

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

CodaMusic

Subscriptions5
  • Coda Plus$2.991 Month
  • Individual Plan1 Month trial$13.991 Month
  • Individual Plan$14.991 Month
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  • Family Plan1 Month trial$19.991 Month
  • Family Plan$22.991 Month
None

ArtistsUpNext

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CodaMusic free?
CodaMusic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ArtistsUpNext free?
ArtistsUpNext is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CodaMusic or ArtistsUpNext have ads?
ArtistsUpNext shows ads; CodaMusic does not.
Which is updated more often, CodaMusic or ArtistsUpNext?
CodaMusic ships an update every 3 weeks, and ArtistsUpNext weekly. Most recently, CodaMusic was updated on October 21, 2026 and ArtistsUpNext on October 6, 2026.

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