FStream vs Manet Music
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FStream
This application serves as a lightweight web radio player. It supports a variety of popular audio formats including MP3, OGG, WMA, and AAC, along with common playlist formats like PLS, M3U, and ASX.
- Lightweight web radio player
- Supports MP3 audio
- Supports OGG/Vorbis audio
- Supports WMA over MMS
- Supports AAC/AAC+ audio
- Supports PLS playlists
- Supports M3U playlists
- Supports ASX playlists
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FStream is as little webradio player. FStream recognize this audio formats : - MP3 - OGG / Vorbis - WMA over MMS - AAC / AAC+ And this playlist formats : - PLS - M3U - ASX
Manet Music
Stream your music library from a Jellyfin server on iOS. Enjoy offline playback, voice control with Siri, and seamless integration with CarPlay and Shortcuts for a native and intuitive music experience.
- Jellyfin music streaming
- Offline playback
- Siri voice control
- CarPlay integration
- Shortcuts integration
- Native iOS experience
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** You'll need a Jellyfin server and an account to use this app ** Experience seamless music streaming from Jellyfin for free with Manet, your go-to music app for iOS. Offline Playback * Download your favorite music for offline listening, perfect for when you're on the go or conserving data. Siri Support * Command your music effortlessly using Siri. Simply ask Siri to play artists, playlists, albums, or tracks. CarPlay Integration * Safely control playback while driving with our intuitive CarPlay interface, keeping your focus on the road. Native iOS Experience * Built with native iOS technologies, Manet seamlessly integrates with your device for optimal performance. Sleek Design * Purpose-built for iOS, Manet blends seamlessly with the platform's aesthetics, offering a familiar and intuitive user experience. Shortcuts Integration * Easily start playback as part of larger automations using Shortcuts. --- Manet+ is an optional subscription to unlock custom app icons and support development. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Manet Music at 4.4 against FStream's 3.8. Manet Music also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). FStream's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. Manet Music sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. FStream asks for nothing beyond the download.
Manet Music holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 281 and 222 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of FStream's written reviews are positive against 79% of Manet Music's.
FStream ships an update every 3 months, Manet Music every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FStream | Manet Music |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (281 ratings) | 4.4 (222 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 75.9% of reviews | 79.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 281 — better | 222 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Julien-Pierre Averous | Tilo Software AB |
Customer experience
FStream
Manet Music
User reviews
FStream
From 281 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- ⭐ Still works great after years of use
- 🔑 Supports password-protected streams
- 👍 Reliable and stable app
- 🎶 Plays a wide range of audio formats
- 🔍 Allows manual stream entry
Room to improve
- 🐛 Playback issues with latest iOS updates
- 🔀 Freezes when switching stations
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📁 Lacks folder organization for stations
Manet Music
From 222 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Excellent Jellyfin client
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 💡 Native iOS-like design
- 🎨 Beautiful and intuitive UI
- 🔌 Great CarPlay support
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔇 Audio quality issues
- 🔍 Limited search and filtering options
- 🗂️ Difficulty managing large libraries
- 💰 Subscription-based model
Bugs and requests
FStream
Reported bugs
2 issues- Stop/Play/Pause buttons not working properly
- Disconnects from streams randomly
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to export/import station lists
- Integration with iTunes for recorded content
- Chromecast or AirPlay support
- Background playback while using other apps
Manet Music
Reported bugs
5 issues- Playback issues when switching networks
- Inconsistent behavior when deleting songs
- Syncing problems with Jellyfin library
- Freezes and lags with large libraries
- Unreliable CarPlay integration
Requested features
8 requests- Ability to download entire library
- Support for more audio formats (e.g., FLAC)
- Lyrics synchronization
- Customizable library views
- Offline playback improvements
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- Playlist editing and reordering
- Dark mode and other theming options
- iPad-specific UI optimizations
In-app purchases
FStream
No in-app purchases
Manet Music
- Manet+3 Days trial$9.991 Year
