Comparison

CRB Classical vs Classical Radio+

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

Head to head
About

CRB Classical

Stream centuries of timeless classical music for free. Enjoy 24/7 programming and exclusive on-demand broadcasts from Boston-based ensembles. This app is your perfect companion for any part of your day.

Highlights
  • Free music streaming
  • 24/7 classical programming
  • Exclusive on-demand broadcasts
  • Boston Symphony Orchestra content
  • Works on smartphone, laptop, smart speaker
Features
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Step into a musical oasis with the CRB Classical App. Carry centuries of timeless music in your pocket and stream it free on your smartphone, laptop, or smart speaker. Enjoy 24/7 programming from WCRB and hear exclusive on-demand Classical Radio Boston broadcasts of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and other Massachusetts-based ensembles. Whether you’re waking up, working, or unwinding, CRB Classical is your companion throughout the day.

About

Classical Radio+

Stream a vast collection of internet radio stations dedicated to classical music. Enjoy diverse channels featuring composers, orchestras, operas, and instrumental mixes. Listen in the background while using other apps.

Highlights
  • Extensive selection of classical music stations
  • Background audio playback
  • Diverse channel categories (composers, opera, instrumental)
  • Stations for various moods and genres
  • Access to popular and niche classical channels
Features
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*** Classical Radio+ *** - Streaming Internet Classical Radio Stations Why is Classical Radio+ the best? 1. More Stations YOU Want To Hear 2. Background Audio to surf the Web while you listen 3. Diverse Selection Of Channels (Great Composers, Operas, Orchestras, and More) Station List: *** Most Popular *** GotRadio - Classical StreamingSoundtracks.com CALMRADIO - CELLO Adagio.FM - Medieval to Modern The Classical Channel CALMRADIO - BEETHOVEN CALMRADIO - MOZART CALMRADIO - BACH Classical Minnesota Public Radio Classical Music Broadcast Mostly Classical - SKY.FM WKSU - NPR. Classical. Other Smart Stuff. *** Famous Composers *** CALMRADIO - BEETHOVEN Abacus.fm Mozart Symphony Abacus.fm Mozart Piano CALMRADIO - BACH CALMRADIO - BRAHMS CALMRADIO - CANTATAS CALMRADIO - CHOPIN CALMRADIO - ERIC HARRY CALMRADIO - HAYDN CALMRADIO - MOVIEOLA CALMRADIO - MOZART CALMRADIO - VIVALDI ZET Chopin KMozart *** Instumental Mix *** CALMRADIO - CELLO CALMRADIO - GUITAR CALMRADIO - PIANO CALMRADIO - FLUTE CALMRADIO - SOLO PIANO CALMRADIO - PIANO & GUITAR CALMRADIO - SPACED CALMRADIO - VIOLIN CALMRADIO - HARP Classical Piano Trios - SKY.FM Solo Piano - SKY.FM Whisperings: Solo Piano Radio *** Vocal Classical *** Opera Music Broadcast.com Operavore CALMRADIO - GREGORIAN CHANT CALMRADIO - CHAMBER MUSIC CALMRADIO - CHORALE Classical KING FM Opera GotRadio - Classical Voices CALMRADIO - OPERA Abacus.fm Classical One *** Classical Mix *** Adagio.FM - Medieval to Modern AddictedToRadio.com - Classical Channel All Classical WGBH Amsterdam Royal Orchestra WVIK Augustana Public Radio BlazeRadio Mostly Classical CALMRADIO - BAROQUE CALMRADIO - CLASSICAL MIX CALMRADIO - SYMPHONY CALMRADIO - ELITE ARTISTS CALMRADIO - POSITIVITY CALMRADIO - SINGING BOWLS CALMRADIO - SLEEP Capital Public Radio - Classical Capital Public Radio - Music Catalunya Musica CLASSICFM CLASSIC99 90.9 WGUC KUHF Classical Classical95.9 WCRI (load+) The Classical Channel Classical KING FM 98.1 Seattle KING FM Evergreen Channel Classical KING FM Symphonic Classical KUSC Classical Minnesota Public Radio Classical Music America Classical Music Broadcast AddictedToRadio - Classical Channel WDAV-FM Classical Public Classical South Florida Classical WETA 90.9 FM All Classical WGBH Classical Wyoming Classical 89.5 KMFA CPR - Classical Music ConnClassics FAIRadio.net:5 Village (load+) GotRadio - Classical AND MORE... *** Beyond Classical *** Abacus.fm Vintage Jazz CALMRADIO - LOUNGE Classic & Jazz Paris (load+) WWNO 2 - NPR - Classical Music - New Orleans WSJT Smooth Jazz 98.7 HD 2 FAQs Q: Where can I find these stations online? A: Each of the stations are run independently and have their own online presence. There are several online directories where you can find the stations featured in the app. Q: Why does the music occasionally skip? A: When songs are skipping, it is often because 1) that station's server has recently been reset or 2) the internet isn't filling the audio buffer fast enough. Usually these issues are resolved with faster internet, changing to a new station, or they resolve on their own after the server resets. Q: Why are some stations blank at times? A: Some of these stations are controlled by real DJs and if they aren't playing anything at the time or their site is down no music will play. Fortunately we have a variety of channels so you will always have a lot to choose from. For more information, including Terms of Service & Privacy Policy, visit myindieapp.com. Thanks for listening! Enjoy! Nick MyIndieApp.com

Screenshots

CRB Classical4 screens
Classical Radio+2 screens

Verdict

The call

CRB Classical and Classical Radio+ both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 91% of Classical Radio+'s written reviews are positive against 47% of CRB Classical's. Classical Radio+ also leads on ratings volume (9K vs 295). CRB Classical's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for CRB Classical against 4.7 for Classical Radio+. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Classical Radio+ has 9K ratings behind it against 295, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 47% of CRB Classical's written reviews are positive against 91% of Classical Radio+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CRB Classical ships an update every 7 months, Classical Radio+ every 4 months. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
CRB Classical versus Classical Radio+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCRB ClassicalClassical Radio+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (295 ratings) — better4.7 (9K ratings)
Positive reviews46.9% of reviews90.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2959K — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB11 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperWGBH Educational FoundationNick Culbertson

Customer experience

CRB Classical

All ratings243 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral2.5%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews96 reviews
Positive46.9%
Neutral13.5%
Negative39.6%

Classical Radio+

All ratings9,033 ratings
Positive94.8%
Neutral2.8%
Negative2.4%
Written reviews341 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral3.8%
Negative5.3%

Bugs and requests

CRB Classical

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Classical Radio+

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Some stations fail to load or experience frequent interruptions
  • Occasional app crashes or freezes

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a favorites/presets section to quickly access preferred stations
  • Implement a sleep timer or auto-off feature
  • Reduce the frequency and duration of ads and promotional messages
  • Improve station stability and connection reliability

In-app purchases

None

CRB Classical

No in-app purchases

None

Classical Radio+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CRB Classical free?
CRB Classical is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Classical Radio+ free?
Classical Radio+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CRB Classical or Classical Radio+?
CRB Classical is rated higher. CRB Classical averages 4.8 out of 5 from 295 ratings, while Classical Radio+ averages 4.7 from 9K ratings.
Do CRB Classical or Classical Radio+ have ads?
Classical Radio+ shows ads; CRB Classical does not.
Which is updated more often, CRB Classical or Classical Radio+?
CRB Classical ships an update every 7 months, and Classical Radio+ every 4 months. Most recently, CRB Classical was updated on September 23, 2026 and Classical Radio+ on September 23, 2026.

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