Rocky 98.5 vs radioNOVO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Rocky 98.5
Stream Classic Rock live from Rocky 98.5, vote for songs, and receive alerts. Engage with the station using the Open Mic feature, enter exclusive contests, and get local weather updates.
- Live radio streaming
- Song voting
- Song alerts
- Open Mic feature
- App-exclusive contests
- Weather updates
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Listen to Classic Rock, Rocky 98.5! - Stream Rocky 98.5 live anywhere - Vote for your favorite songs and sign up for alerts when they are about to play - Use the Open Mic feature to contact us anytime - Enter app-exclusive contests - Get the latest weather
radioNOVO
Experience local radio and on-demand audio content from your community, wherever you are. Stream live stations, access podcasts, news, sports, and discover local events with an intuitive interface.
- Live local radio streaming
- On-demand podcasts
- News and sports updates
- Community event discovery
- Video content access
- Intuitive user interface
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radioNOVO: The Evolution of Local Radio radioNOVO transforms the way you experience local radio, bringing your community closer wherever you are. With the radioNOVO app, you can connect with your favorite local radio station and access a world of on-demand content, including podcasts, news, sports updates, videos, and community events—all in one place. What Makes radioNOVO Unique? Seamless Streaming: Listen to your favorite local radio stations live, anytime and anywhere, with crystal-clear streaming. On-Demand Content: Missed a show or want to explore more? Dive into a rich library of podcasts, trending news, sports highlights, and engaging video content. Stay Connected to Home: Whether you’ve moved away or are just traveling, radioNOVO keeps you connected to the community you care about most. Events at Your Fingertips: Discover local events and stay in the loop with what's happening in your neighborhood. Intuitive Design: Enjoy an easy-to-use interface that lets you find the content you love quickly and effortlessly. Why Download radioNOVO? radioNOVO combines the charm of traditional radio with the convenience of modern streaming platforms, delivering a personalized audio experience that bridges the gap between past and future. It’s more than an app; it’s your connection to home, wherever you may go. Whether you're catching up on the latest news, staying updated on sports scores, or tuning in to your favorite local station, radioNOVO ensures you never miss a moment. Download radioNOVO today and take your local radio everywhere you go!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Rocky 98.5 at 5.0 against radioNOVO's 4.4. radioNOVO's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 1). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Rocky 98.5 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: radioNOVO has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Rocky 98.5 ships an update every 2 months, radioNOVO monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 13, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Rocky 98.5 | radioNOVO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | 4.4 (8 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 8 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 75 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Forever Media | Steve Cantrell |
Customer experience
Rocky 98.5
radioNOVO
In-app purchases
Rocky 98.5
No in-app purchases
radioNOVO
No in-app purchases
