# KOOL 105.1 vs Under the Big Sky

The clearest difference is rating: Under the Big Sky at 3.4 against KOOL 105.1's 2.0. Under the Big Sky also leads on ratings volume (17 vs 1) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

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

Under the Big Sky holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Under the Big Sky has 17 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

KOOL 105.1 ships an update every 24 months, Under the Big Sky every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | KOOL 105.1 | Under the Big Sky |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kool-1051/id1532274768/reviews) | **[3.4 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/under-the-big-sky/id6479373761/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **17** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 24 months | **Every 13 months** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 10 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Matt Desch](https://appshunter.io/developer/895550937) | [Under the Big Sky](https://appshunter.io/developer/1735787156) |

## What reviewers say

### KOOL 105.1

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kool-1051/id1532274768)

This app allows listeners to tune into a local FM radio station, view recently played songs, and make song requests. Users can also rate music and record shoutouts to be played on air. It's positioned as the official listen at work station for the Flathead region.

**Highlights:** Live radio streaming, View recently played songs, Submit song requests, Rate music, Record and send shoutouts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Under the Big Sky

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/under-the-big-sky/id6479373761)

This official festival app keeps you informed about music events. Get the latest lineup, schedules, and after-party details. Never miss important festival news.

**Highlights:** Lineup announcements, Set times, After party information, Festival news updates, Stay connected

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KOOL 105.1 free?

KOOL 105.1 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Under the Big Sky free?

Under the Big Sky is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, KOOL 105.1 or Under the Big Sky?

Under the Big Sky is rated higher. KOOL 105.1 averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Under the Big Sky averages 3.4 from 17 ratings.

### Do KOOL 105.1 or Under the Big Sky have ads?

Neither KOOL 105.1 nor Under the Big Sky shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, KOOL 105.1 or Under the Big Sky?

KOOL 105.1 ships an update every 24 months, and Under the Big Sky every 13 months. Most recently, KOOL 105.1 was updated on November 3, 2026 and Under the Big Sky on October 30, 2026.

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