Comparison

CapitalFMKenya vs Baze App

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

Head to head
About

CapitalFMKenya

Access the best mix of music, DJ downloads, and breaking news from local and international sources. Stay updated on sports and lifestyle trends with this official app.

Highlights
  • Music mixes
  • DJ downloads
  • Breaking news
  • Local news
  • International news
  • Sports updates
  • Lifestyle content
Features
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The Official Capital FM Kenya iOS App. Home of the best mix of music, Dj downloads, Breaking Local & International News, Sports, and Lifestyle

About

Baze App

Features
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Welcome to Baze - your all-in-one destination for streaming video, audio, and live experiences. Baze is a digital-first content platform from Safaricom offering a rich mix of on-demand and live entertainment, including short-form videos, trending music, live events, podcasts, TV, and radio. Whether you’re vibing to a podcast, catching up on local comedy, or streaming a live concert or match - Baze keeps you connected to what you love. Features You’ll Love: Stream Video On-Demand - Catch action, comedy, drama, documentaries, kids’ shows, and exclusive short films. Listen to Audio Content - From music to podcasts and live radio — stream your favorite sounds across genres. Tune in to Live TV - Stay connected with regional TV stations and livestreams from the Baze platform. Attend Live Events - Watch exclusive concerts, festivals, sports, and creator events - streamed directly on Baze. Discover What’s Hot - Baze learns your preferences and serves you personalized recommendations across all formats. Choose Flexible Plans - Subscribe daily/weekly/monthly, or get one time purchases - pay via M-Pesa, Airtime, Visa/Mastercard, or (coming soon) Bonga Points. Download for Offline Viewing - Save videos and shows to watch later without using your data. Global Access - Stream anywhere, anytime — whether you’re in Kenya or abroad. Create Up to 4 Profiles - Build custom profiles for each family member, including a safe Kids Mode. Get Smart Notifications - Be first to know about new episodes, livestreams, artist drops, and exclusive promos. Why Choose Baze? Seamless interface, quick sign-up via phone, email, or social login Locally curated with African creators and culture in mind Built for mobile-first users across Africa and beyond Backed by Safaricom’s trusted network and billing services Whether you’re into live music, motivational podcasts, breaking news, or binge-worthy local series - Baze puts it all in your pocket.

Screenshots

CapitalFMKenya4 screens
Baze App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Baze App at weekly against CapitalFMKenya's every 2 months. CapitalFMKenya's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CapitalFMKenya ships an update every 2 months, Baze App weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
CapitalFMKenya versus Baze App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCapitalFMKenyaBaze App
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size88 MB73 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSmart Applications InternationalSafaricom Limited

In-app purchases

None

CapitalFMKenya

No in-app purchases

None

Baze App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CapitalFMKenya free?
CapitalFMKenya is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Baze App free?
Baze App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CapitalFMKenya or Baze App have ads?
Neither CapitalFMKenya nor Baze App shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CapitalFMKenya or Baze App?
CapitalFMKenya ships an update every 2 months, and Baze App weekly. Most recently, CapitalFMKenya was updated on November 3, 2026 and Baze App on October 30, 2026.

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