Comparison

triple j vs STAGE+ Classical Music Live

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

Head to head
About

triple j

Stream live radio, catch up on favorite shows, and discover new music. Access news, exclusive sessions, and easily add songs to your streaming playlists. Find local frequencies and manage your listening experience.

Highlights
  • Live radio streaming
  • On-demand show catch-up
  • Music news updates
  • Add songs to playlists
  • Find FM frequencies
  • AirPlay and Chromecast support
Features
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Get more music on your phone with the triple j app. Listen to live radio, or catch up on Music News, Like A Version and your favourite shows anytime. You can also still stream via AirPlay and Chromecast devices, see all recently played songs, add tracks that you love straight to your Apple Music or Spotify playlists, find your closest FM frequency, update your timezone to listen live wherever you are Australia-wide, or SMS and call triple j directly from the app. triple j – we love music (on your phone)! *** Note that you are responsible for the data transfer and consumption charges incurred by you when using any ABC app. The ABC disclaims all liability for such charges ***

About

STAGE+ Classical Music Live

Experience live classical music concerts and operas in stunning 4K with Dolby Atmos sound. Access a vast archive of performances and exclusive documentaries from renowned labels. Discover new gems with weekly recommendations and enjoy offline playback.

Highlights
  • 4K Video Quality
  • Dolby Atmos Sound
  • Hi-Res & Lossless Audio
  • Extensive Archive
  • Exclusive Content
  • Offline Mode
  • Advanced Search
Features
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Immerse yourself in the world of classical music with STAGE+, the ultimate streaming experience from Deutsche Grammophon. Experience your favorite artists closer than ever before—live, in 4K, and with outstanding Dolby Atmos sound. STAGE+ is more than just a streaming app; it's your personal VIP access to the most prestigious concert halls and opera houses in the world. Whether it's symphonies, operas, piano recitals, or exclusive documentaries, we bring the magic of classical music directly to your device. WHAT'S ON STAGE+ • Over 50 exclusive live streams per year from global cultural hotspots. • A vast archive with thousands of video concerts and opera productions. • Access to the entire catalog of Deutsche Grammophon, Decca, ECM, and Hyperion. • Weekly new releases of audio and video content. • Exclusive insights: interviews, documentaries, and behind-the-scenes footage. STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY We know classical music fans don't compromise. That's why we offer: • 4K Video Quality: Crystal-clear images for an immersive experience. • Hi-Res & Lossless Audio: Hear every detail in lossless quality. • Dolby Atmos: Three-dimensional sound that puts you right in the middle of the action. • Offline Mode: Download content to enjoy on a plane, train, or on vacation without an internet connection. SPECIALIZED SEARCH & METADATA Forget chaotic search results. Our database is specifically optimized for classical music. Filter precisely by: • Composer (from Bach to Glass) • Work & Opus • Conductor & Orchestra • Soloist & Instrument • Era & Genre WHY STAGE+? Our curators put together new recommendations for you every week, so you're always discovering new gems. Whether you're a long-time connoisseur or a curious newcomer, STAGE+ provides the context and quality you deserve. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Try STAGE+ now for 30 days free! After the trial period, enjoy monthly or yearly flexibility. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Bring the stage into your life—with STAGE+ Classical Music Live. Supported formats: 4K, Dolby Atmos, Lossless Audio, Hi-Res. Available on: iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac. Terms & Conditions: https://www.stage-plus.tv/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.stage-plus.tv/security-and-privacy

Screenshots

triple j4 screens
STAGE+ Classical Music Live4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: triple j at none against STAGE+ Classical Music Live's 2. triple j also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 43%) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). STAGE+ Classical Music Live's advantage is ratings volume (320 vs 35). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model 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. STAGE+ Classical Music Live sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. triple j asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

triple j holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: STAGE+ Classical Music Live has 320 ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of triple j's written reviews are positive against 43% of STAGE+ Classical Music Live's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

triple j ships an update every 3 weeks, STAGE+ Classical Music Live every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
triple j versus STAGE+ Classical Music Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametertriple jSTAGE+ Classical Music Live
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (35 ratings) — better4.6 (320 ratings)
Positive reviews74.4% of reviews — better42.6% of reviews
Number of ratings35320 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size152 MB199 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAustralian Broadcasting CorporationDeutsche Grammophon – DG

Customer experience

triple j

All ratings35 ratings
Positive97.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews172 reviews
Positive74.4%
Neutral3.5%
Negative22.1%

STAGE+ Classical Music Live

All ratings319 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral3.8%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews101 reviews
Positive42.6%
Neutral16.8%
Negative40.6%

User reviews

triple j

From 35 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Awesome app
  • 🚀 Great music
  • 🚀 Fantastic app
  • 🚀 Incredible!
  • 🚀 Love the J's

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes a lot
  • 🐛 Keeps saying it can't download content
  • 🐛 Frustrating
  • 🐛 Sketchy On Demand
  • 🐛 Doesn't update song info

STAGE+ Classical Music Live

From 320 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Wealth of choices
  • 🚀 Delightful discovery
  • 👍 DG Qualidade de Programação e Som
  • 👍 Bravo!
  • 👍 My return to Stage plus

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Para cuando en español
  • 🐛 Garbage App
  • 🔊 MUY MALA CALIDAD DEL SONIDO
  • 🔍 No Subtitles
  • 🐛 ダウンロードが消える

Bugs and requests

triple j

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Station jumping issue
  • Song history refreshing/disappearing
  • Chromecast issues
  • Spotify integration issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Ability to save favorite mixes
  • Offline listening for On Demand content
  • Sonos integration

STAGE+ Classical Music Live

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Downloading content disappears
  • Downloaded content disappears
  • Audio stutters in videos
  • App crashes on launch
  • App doesn't work on Apple TV
Show 2 more
  • Search function is unusable
  • Issues with account creation

Requested features

10 requests
  • Add Korean language support
  • Add calendar integration for concerts
  • Add subtitles for operas
  • Add more offline listening options
  • Add Chromecast support
Show 5 more
  • Add Roku app
  • Add CarPlay support
  • Add more audio recordings and full artist catalogs
  • Add video playlists based on themes or moods
  • Add digital liner notes for audio albums and digital programs for videos

In-app purchases

None

triple j

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

STAGE+ Classical Music Live

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription1 Month trial$14.991 Month
  • Annual subscription1 Month trial$149.991 Year

Questions

Is triple j free?
triple j is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is STAGE+ Classical Music Live free?
STAGE+ Classical Music Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, triple j or STAGE+ Classical Music Live?
triple j is rated higher. triple j averages 4.9 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while STAGE+ Classical Music Live averages 4.6 from 320 ratings.
Do triple j or STAGE+ Classical Music Live have ads?
Neither triple j nor STAGE+ Classical Music Live shows ads.
Which is updated more often, triple j or STAGE+ Classical Music Live?
triple j ships an update every 3 weeks, and STAGE+ Classical Music Live every 4 weeks. Most recently, triple j was updated on November 6, 2026 and STAGE+ Classical Music Live on November 7, 2026.

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