# Rap Radio+ vs WREP

The clearest difference is ads: WREP at none against Rap Radio+'s shown. WREP also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Rap Radio+'s advantage is ratings volume (318 vs 2). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

WREP holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Rap Radio+ has 318 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of Rap Radio+'s written reviews are positive against 100% of WREP's.

Rap Radio+ ships an update every 3 months, WREP every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Rap Radio+ | WREP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (318 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rap-radio-plus/id512074036/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wrep/id1217355550/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **318** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 89.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 10 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Nick Culbertson](https://appshunter.io/developer/409029298) | [Global Hearts Co.,Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1217355549) |

## What reviewers say

### Rap Radio+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rap-radio-plus/id512074036)

Stream a vast collection of internet radio stations dedicated to rap and hip hop music. Enjoy background audio playback while you multitask. Discover diverse channels featuring classic hits, underground beats, and international rap.

**Highlights:** Extensive rap and hip hop station list, Background audio playback, Diverse channel selection, Classic tracks, Party mixes, International rap stations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### WREP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wrep/id1217355550)

This app offers a free, 24/7 radio station dedicated to Japanese and international hip-hop. Enjoy curated programs, tracklists, lyrics, and background playback. Vote for your favorite tracks to influence weekly charts and share music with friends.

**Highlights:** Free hip-hop radio streaming, Japanese and international hip-hop, Tracklist and real-time lyrics display, Background playback, User voting for charts, Social sharing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Rap Radio+ free?

Rap Radio+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is WREP free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Rap Radio+ or WREP?

WREP is rated higher. Rap Radio+ averages 4.8 out of 5 from 318 ratings, while WREP averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Rap Radio+ or WREP have ads?

Rap Radio+ shows ads; WREP does not.

### Which is updated more often, Rap Radio+ or WREP?

Rap Radio+ ships an update every 3 months, and WREP every 5 months. Most recently, Rap Radio+ was updated on September 20, 2026 and WREP on September 10, 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.*