Comparison

OpenWav vs StreetTeam

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

Head to head
About

OpenWav

This platform empowers independent musicians to release music, sell merchandise, and host events. Artists can build direct fan communities, own their data, and monetize their work without upfront costs or ads.

Highlights
  • Release music and exclusive drops
  • Design and sell custom merchandise
  • Create events and sell tickets
  • Build exclusive fan communities
  • Track sales and own fan data
  • Direct fan support and engagement
Features
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OpenWav is the next-generation music platform built for indie artists to drop music, monetize and engage with fan communities. OpenWav gives you the tools to create, connect, and earn—on your terms. What you can do on OpenWav: Stream Music – Release singles, albums, and exclusive drops with immersive player and direct fan support Make Merch, Your Way – Design and sell custom merch globally with no inventory or upfront costs Create Events & Sell Tickets – Host shows, listening parties, or concerts—sell tickets directly to fans Build Your Fan Community – Start exclusive chat channels, drop updates, and grow your core audience Own Your Data - Track sales, build your mailing list, and be direct with your fan base with no ads. Join a Movement – Be part of a community where indie artists thrive and fans show up with real support Drop your sound. Grow your wave. Get paid.

About

StreetTeam

Connect directly with your favorite musicians and join their exclusive fan communities. Engage in conversations, watch livestreams, discover new releases, and explore merchandise. Manage your experience with robust community tools for reporting and blocking.

Highlights
  • Artist updates and community posts
  • Join conversations with artists and fans
  • Watch livestreams
  • Discover new releases
  • Explore merchandise
  • Manage notifications
Features
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StreetTeam is where artists build closer relationships with their most dedicated fans. Follow the artists you love and join their communities to: - See artist updates and community posts - Join conversations with artists and other fans - Watch livestreams and discover new releases - Explore merchandise and fan experiences - Manage notifications and jump directly into new activity Community tools help you stay in control. Report posts, comments, profiles, or conversations; block accounts; manage blocked accounts; and request account deletion from Settings. Some features and content depend on the artist community you join. Physical merchandise checkout opens securely on the web. Digital products and subscriptions available in the iOS app use Apple In-App Purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

OpenWav4 screens
StreetTeam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: OpenWav at 164 against StreetTeam's 2. OpenWav also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 weeks). StreetTeam's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. OpenWav sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and StreetTeam sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for OpenWav against 5.0 for StreetTeam. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: OpenWav has 164 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 97% of OpenWav's written reviews are positive against 100% of StreetTeam's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

OpenWav ships an update every 9 days, StreetTeam every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
OpenWav versus StreetTeam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOpenWavStreetTeam
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (164 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews97.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings164 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size144 MB182 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperOP3N, LLCStreetTeam

Customer experience

OpenWav

All ratings165 ratings
Positive97.6%
Neutral1.2%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive97.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.9%

StreetTeam

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

OpenWav

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Minor bugs in new platforms

Requested features

2 requests
  • Partnership with TIDAL for integration
  • Live streaming with gift earning functionality like TikTok

StreetTeam

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

OpenWav

One-time10
  • Music Credits Pack$0.99
  • Music Credits Pack$1.29
  • Music Credits Pack$1.49
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  • Music Credits Pack$1.99
  • ADDICT$1.99
  • BTS: Bohan’s new album stud...$1.99
  • Music Credits Pack$2.99
  • Music Credits Pack$4.99
  • Music Credits Pack$9.99
  • Music Credits Pack$19.99
2 purchases

StreetTeam

Subscriptions1
  • Royals$10.001 Month
One-time1
  • Great Vibes Membership (1 Mon…$15.00

Questions

Is OpenWav free?
OpenWav is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StreetTeam free?
StreetTeam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, OpenWav or StreetTeam?
StreetTeam is rated higher. OpenWav averages 4.9 out of 5 from 164 ratings, while StreetTeam averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do OpenWav or StreetTeam have ads?
Neither OpenWav nor StreetTeam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, OpenWav or StreetTeam?
OpenWav ships an update every 9 days, and StreetTeam every 4 weeks. Most recently, OpenWav was updated on November 3, 2026 and StreetTeam on October 31, 2026.

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