# FStream vs Listen2MyRadio

The clearest difference is rating: Listen2MyRadio at 4.4 against FStream's 3.7. Listen2MyRadio also leads on ratings volume (3.7K vs 281). FStream's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). 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.

Listen2MyRadio holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Listen2MyRadio has 3.7K ratings behind it against 281, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of FStream's written reviews are positive against 78% of Listen2MyRadio's.

FStream ships an update every 3 months, Listen2MyRadio every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FStream | Listen2MyRadio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (281 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fstream/id289892007/reviews) | **[4.4 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/listen2myradio/id946025874/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 281 | **3.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 75.9% of reviews | **78.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 5 MB | 20 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Julien-Pierre Averous](https://appshunter.io/developer/289892010) | [MediaHosting LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/869300652) |

## What reviewers say

### FStream

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fstream/id289892007)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Playback issues with latest iOS updates
- 🔀 Freezes when switching stations
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 📁 Lacks folder organization for stations

**Reported bugs**

- Stop/Play/Pause buttons not working properly
- Disconnects from streams randomly

**Requested features**

- Ability to export/import station lists
- Integration with iTunes for recorded content
- Chromecast or AirPlay support
- Background playback while using other apps


### Listen2MyRadio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/listen2myradio/id946025874)

Stream your favorite internet radio stations with this app. Save stations to a favorites list, see recently played songs, and engage in chat conversations. Share what you're listening to on social media.

**Highlights:** Stream internet radio stations, Save favorite stations, View recently played songs, Participate in chat conversations, Social media sharing, QR code station scanning, Multilingual support

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent sound quality
- 👍 User-friendly and easy to use
- 🚀 Reliable streaming
- 👍 Great variety of music stations
- 🚀 Seamless app experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections or buffering issues
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 📢 Intrusive ads
- 🔍 Difficult to search and find stations
- 🤔 Inconsistent performance across devices

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Stations not loading or playing
- Incorrect song/artist information displayed
- Compatibility issues with newer OS versions

**Requested features**

- Ability to save favorite stations
- Option to disable ads
- Improved search functionality
- Background playback support
- Integration with music streaming services


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FStream free?

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

### Is Listen2MyRadio free?

Listen2MyRadio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, FStream or Listen2MyRadio?

Listen2MyRadio is rated higher. FStream averages 3.7 out of 5 from 281 ratings, while Listen2MyRadio averages 4.4 from 3.7K ratings.

### Do FStream or Listen2MyRadio have ads?

Neither FStream nor Listen2MyRadio shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FStream or Listen2MyRadio?

FStream ships an update every 3 months, and Listen2MyRadio every 2 months. Most recently, FStream was updated on October 13, 2026 and Listen2MyRadio on October 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*