5FM vs Howler Events
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
5FM
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Welcome to the official 5FM app. Bringing the power to you! 5FM is the ultimate media platform for the youth. Plug in to the latest music, trends, entertainment and more with 5FM. Features: Stay connected to your favourite radio station wherever you go by listening live on the app Download and share your best moments from your treasured shows using the Catch Up feature Find all the information on the 5FM presenters and shows on the Show Page Make sure you're first in line to win with all the latest competitions on the official 5FM app Never miss out on an opportunity to come hang out with us by keeping update to date with all the latest 5FM events Watch what the station is getting up to on 5FMTV See what songs are making moves on the Top 40 on 5, the biggest hits, all the time Want to get playlisted? There is even a section to help guide you when submitting your music to 5FM
Howler Events
Find and plan for events with detailed information, including artist schedules and ticket purchasing. Stay organized with smart notifications and access support directly within the app. Enjoy a seamless social experience with stories, feeds, and chat features.
- Curated event discovery
- In-app ticket purchasing
- Personalized artist schedules
- Smart event notifications
- Social feed and stories
- Live chat support
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Discover curated, featured events with everything you need to know - In-App Purchasing - Buy tickets, accommodation, transport and add-ons directly in the app - Artist Timetable - Browse the lineup, listen to music and build your personalised schedule - My Events - See who's playing now and next, check your balance and access your tickets - Smart Notifications - Timely reminders and action prompts to keep you event-ready - Improved Navigation - A faster, more intuitive experience throughout the app - Stories & Feed - A smoother, richer social experience - Chats & Live Support - Improved chat notifications and 1:1 live support directly in the app - Profile Settings - More control over your personal details and preferences
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Howler Events at every 2 weeks against 5FM's every 2 months. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
5FM ships an update every 2 months, Howler Events every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | 5FM | Howler Events |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.5 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 53 MB | 241 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | South African Broadcasting Corporation Ltd | Afeleton Pty Ltd |
In-app purchases
5FM
No in-app purchases
Howler Events
No in-app purchases
