Comparison

WYPR 88.1 vs Profcasters

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

Head to head
About

WYPR 88.1

Access Baltimore's trusted public radio station for news, culture, and entertainment. Stream live broadcasts, listen to on-demand episodes, and stay updated with program schedules and alerts. Enjoy local and global content, with the option to download for offline listening.

Highlights
  • Live streaming of public radio broadcasts
  • On-demand access to archived episodes
  • Daily program schedule browsing
  • Alerts for broadcasts and breaking news
  • Offline listening via content download
  • Baltimore-centric and global news content
Features
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Baltimore Public Media: Your Local Public Radio, Anywhere Stay connected to Baltimore’s trusted source for news, culture, and entertainment with the official Baltimore Public Media app. Whether you’re at home, on the go, or across the globe, you can tune into your favorite public radio programs and discover fresh content tailored for the Baltimore community. Key Features - Live Streaming: Listen to our live broadcast with crystal-clear audio, bringing you the latest news, thought-provoking talk shows, and diverse music programming. - On-Demand Content: Missed your favorite show? Access archived episodes anytime, anywhere. - Program Schedule: Never miss a segment—browse our daily schedule to stay up-to-date. - Alerts & Notifications: Get reminders for live broadcasts, breaking news, and special events. - Local Focus, Global Reach: Enjoy unique Baltimore-centric content while staying informed about national and global stories. - Offline Listening: Download content to enjoy your favorite programs without internet access. As Baltimore’s public radio station, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality journalism, compelling stories, and meaningful conversations that reflect and enrich our community. Your support makes it all possible. Take Baltimore Public Media with you wherever you go. Download the app today and enjoy a seamless public radio experience like never before! Baltimore Public Media: Your Community. Your Stories. Your Connection.

About

Profcasters

Features
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Never be without your favorite podcast from the professor you wish you had in college! PROFCASTERS is proud to present its OFFICIAL mobile app. Listen to us at work, home or on the road. Install our app and get instant access to our unique content, features and more!

Screenshots

WYPR 88.14 screens
Profcasters4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Profcasters at 14.0 against WYPR 88.1's 16.0. On price, update cadence, ads 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WYPR 88.1 ships an update every 4 months, Profcasters every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
WYPR 88.1 versus Profcasters: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWYPR 88.1Profcasters
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (108 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews67.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings108 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size89 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBaltimore Public Media CorporationProfcasters, LLC

In-app purchases

None

WYPR 88.1

No in-app purchases

None

Profcasters

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WYPR 88.1 free?
WYPR 88.1 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Profcasters free?
Profcasters is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do WYPR 88.1 or Profcasters have ads?
Both WYPR 88.1 and Profcasters show ads.
Which is updated more often, WYPR 88.1 or Profcasters?
WYPR 88.1 ships an update every 4 months, and Profcasters every 5 months. Most recently, WYPR 88.1 was updated on November 1, 2026 and Profcasters on November 3, 2026.

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