# Classical Radio+ vs Berliner Philharmoniker

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Classical Radio+ at none against Berliner Philharmoniker's 15. Classical Radio+ also leads on ratings volume (9.2K vs 3K) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.4). Berliner Philharmoniker's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Berliner Philharmoniker sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Classical Radio+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Classical Radio+ against 4.9 for Berliner Philharmoniker. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9.2K and 3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of Classical Radio+'s written reviews are positive against 85% of Berliner Philharmoniker's.

Classical Radio+ ships an update every 4 months, Berliner Philharmoniker weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Classical Radio+ | Berliner Philharmoniker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classical-radio-plus/id515840666/reviews) | **[4.9 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/berliner-philharmoniker/id554616591/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.2K** | 3K |
| Positive reviews | **91.3% of reviews** | 85.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#193** |
| Size | 11 MB | 199 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 18.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nick Culbertson](https://appshunter.io/developer/409029298) | [Berliner Philharmoniker](https://appshunter.io/developer/1518647270) |

## What reviewers say

### Classical Radio+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/classical-radio-plus/id515840666)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Excellent selection of classical music stations
- 🎧 High-quality audio streaming
- 🌐 Wide variety of international stations
- 🕰️ Relaxing and calming music for background listening
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💤 Lack of sleep timer or auto-off feature
- 📢 Frequent interruptions from ads and promotional messages
- 🔍 Difficulty finding and saving favorite stations
- 🔌 Occasional connection issues or station disconnects

**Reported bugs**

- Some stations fail to load or experience frequent interruptions
- Occasional app crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- 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


### Berliner Philharmoniker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/berliner-philharmoniker/id554616591)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Experience classical music performances from a world-renowned orchestra, live and on demand. Access hundreds of concert videos, interviews, documentaries, and educational content in high-quality audio and video. Enjoy a 7-day free trial to explore the extensive archive.

**Highlights:** Live concert broadcasts, On-demand concert archive, Interviews and documentaries, Educational concerts, 4K UHD Video and Hi-Res Audio, Chromecast support

**Features:** Siri integration, Vision Pro support, SharePlay

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Annual subscription | $199.99 | per year |
| 7 Days | $8.90 | one-time |
| 7 days | $9.99 | one-time |
| 30 Days | $18.90 | one-time |
| 30 days | $19.99 | one-time |
| 12 months | $149.99 | one-time |
| 12 Months | $174.99 | one-time |
| 12 months | $179.99 | one-time |
| 12 months | $184.99 | one-time |
| 12 Months | $194.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎶 Excellent music quality
- 🎥 Outstanding video production
- 📚 Extensive concert archives
- 🌍 Global accessibility
- 🤩 Captivating performances

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes
- 🔍 Difficult navigation/search
- 🔇 Lack of surround sound support
- ⏱️ Slow rewind/fast-forward
- 💰 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Video playback issues
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Subscription renewal problems
- Unreliable streaming on some platforms

**Requested features**

- Personalized playlists
- Improved search and browsing
- Surround sound audio
- Seamless Chromecast/AirPlay integration
- Offline concert downloads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Classical Radio+ free?

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

### Is Berliner Philharmoniker free?

Berliner Philharmoniker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Classical Radio+ or Berliner Philharmoniker?

Berliner Philharmoniker is rated higher. Classical Radio+ averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.2K ratings, while Berliner Philharmoniker averages 4.9 from 3K ratings.

### Do Classical Radio+ or Berliner Philharmoniker have ads?

Classical Radio+ shows ads; Berliner Philharmoniker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Classical Radio+ or Berliner Philharmoniker?

Classical Radio+ ships an update every 4 months, and Berliner Philharmoniker weekly. Most recently, Classical Radio+ was updated on October 24, 2026 and Berliner Philharmoniker on October 24, 2026.

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