Comparison

QXRadio vs Arbiem

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

Head to head
About

QXRadio

Stream your favorite global radio stations with this intuitive player. Discover new music, catch up on news, and enjoy high-quality audio. Personalize your listening with custom playlists across various genres.

Highlights
  • Global radio station streaming
  • User-friendly interface
  • High-quality audio
  • Personalized playlists
  • Multiple genres
  • News and trends updates
Features
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Introducing our online QXRadio player, the perfect companion for music lovers on the go. With a sleek and user-friendly interface, this QXRadio allows you to tune in to your favorite radio stations from around the world with just a tap. Discover new music, stay updated with the latest news and trends, and enjoy high-quality audio streaming wherever you are. Customize your listening experience with personalized playlists and easily navigate through a wide range of genres. Whether you're commuting, working out, or simply relaxing at home, QXRadio online player brings the world of music right to your fingertips. Download now and start enjoying endless hours of entertainment. Subscription Details: • Subscribe to unlock all features for the QXRadio app. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Arbiem

Discover emerging independent artists and stream high-quality audio and music videos. Create playlists, curate your vibe, and directly support musicians. Explore local events and enjoy an ad-free, data-collection-free experience with no sign-up required.

Highlights
  • Stream full-quality audio
  • Watch high-resolution music videos
  • Create custom playlists
  • Direct artist support system
  • Discover local shows and events
  • No ads or data collection
Features
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Arbiem is a platform built to empower independent artists rooted in Brooklyn, and growing beyond. Discover a curated world of emerging talent. Arbiem is built by artists, for artists. You can stream full-quality audio the way it was meant to be heard, watch music videos from our community in full resolution, create playlists and curate your own vibe and support artists directly with our built-in fan support system. Explore local shows and events happening in New York and beyond using Arbiem Events. Most importantly, experience no ads, no data collection, and no sign up required. Arbiem is the space for you. It's homegrown. It's honest. And it's yours.

Screenshots

QXRadio4 screens
Arbiem4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Arbiem at none against QXRadio's 3. Arbiem also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 10 months) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and device support 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. QXRadio sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Arbiem asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for QXRadio against 5.0 for Arbiem. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QXRadio ships an update every 10 months, Arbiem every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
QXRadio versus Arbiem: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQXRadioArbiem
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB20 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSergei MorozovRalph Barides

In-app purchases

3 purchases

QXRadio

Subscriptions2
  • One Month subscription$0.991 Month
  • One year subscription$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlimited access$19.99
None

Arbiem

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is QXRadio free?
QXRadio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arbiem free?
Arbiem is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, QXRadio or Arbiem?
QXRadio and Arbiem are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do QXRadio or Arbiem have ads?
Neither QXRadio nor Arbiem shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QXRadio or Arbiem?
QXRadio ships an update every 10 months, and Arbiem every 3 weeks. Most recently, QXRadio was updated on November 4, 2026 and Arbiem on October 30, 2026.

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