Comparison

triple j vs RedThread

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

RedThread

Features
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RedThread – Listen Together. Connect Deeper. RedThread transforms music from a solo experience into a shared moment. Whether you're across the room or across the world, RedThread lets you listen to the same music in real time while talking live with friends, family, partners, teammates, and communities. Music has always connected people. RedThread makes that connection instant. KEY FEATURES • Real-Time Shared Listening: Listen to the same song, playlist, or album in perfect sync. No countdowns, no separate links, no trying to press play at the same time. • Live Voice Conversations: Talk naturally while listening. Share reactions, discuss tracks, tell stories, or simply enjoy the moment together without interrupting the music. • One-to-One and Group Sessions: Create private listening experiences with one person or group sessions with multiple participants. Perfect for friends, families, long-distance relationships, and communities. • Follow Friends: See what your connections are listening to in real time. Discover new music and interests through the people who matter most. • Join Instantly: Spot someone listening to something interesting? Send a request or join their session with a simple tap. • Music Discovery Through People: Find new artists, playlists, podcasts, and genres through authentic recommendations from real people, not algorithms alone. • Private and Secure: You control who can follow you, connect with you, and join your sessions. Your privacy settings are always in your hands. BUILT FOR EVERYDAY LIFE • Long-distance couples staying connected. • Friends sharing music and conversations. • Families spending time together remotely. • Fitness groups training with shared motivation. • Road trips and travel experiences. • Podcast discussions and learning groups. • Study sessions and focus communities. • Music fans connecting over shared tastes. WHY REDTHREAD Most social platforms focus on photos, videos, likes, and comments. RedThread focuses on something more meaningful: shared experiences. Instead of showing people what you're doing, RedThread lets you experience moments together in real time. Music is emotional. Conversations are personal. Combining them creates deeper connections, stronger relationships, and unforgettable shared moments. PREMIUM FEATURES Upgrade to unlock the full RedThread experience: • Unlimited shared listening sessions. • Extended voice chat access. • Larger group listening rooms. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create your account. 2. Connect your supported music service. 3. Follow friends and discover new connections. 4. Start a listening session. 5. Invite others or join existing sessions. 6. Listen, talk, and experience music together in real time. THE REDTHREAD PHILOSOPHY In many cultures, a red thread represents an invisible connection linking people who are meant to meet, share experiences, and impact each other's lives. RedThread brings that idea to life through music. Because some conversations are better with a soundtrack. Download RedThread today and discover a new way to connect through music. Privacy Policy: https://redthread.com.au/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: https://redthread.com.au/terms-conditions/ EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

triple j4 screens
RedThread4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: triple j at none against RedThread's 2. triple j also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). RedThread's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. RedThread sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. triple j asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

triple j ships an update fortnightly, RedThread weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
triple j versus RedThread: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametertriple jRedThread
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (35 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings35 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size151 MB179 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAustralian Broadcasting CorporationmSync POC

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

RedThread

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

triple j

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

RedThread

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Yearly$99.991 Year

Questions

Is triple j free?
triple j is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RedThread free?
RedThread is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do triple j or RedThread have ads?
Neither triple j nor RedThread shows ads.
Which is updated more often, triple j or RedThread?
triple j ships an update fortnightly, and RedThread weekly. Most recently, triple j was updated on October 11, 2026 and RedThread on October 6, 2026.

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