Rhythm 98 vs Stemzel
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Rhythm 98
Experience the vibrant sounds of Miami's past and future with this music app. It revives a legendary 80s radio station, offering Freestyle, Bass, Hip Hop, and Disco. Connect with generations of music lovers through its high-energy cultural movement.
- Authentic 80s Miami radio station revival
- Diverse music genres: Freestyle, Bass, Hip Hop, Disco
- High-energy cultural movement
- Connects generations of music fans
- Tribute to Miami's musical history
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Welcome to Rhythm 98 The Pulse of the Past. The Frequency of the Future. From the basslines bumpin’ down the streets of Miami to the beat of the late-night block parties that never die, Rhythm 98 is where the heartbeat of Miami lives loud and proud. Spinning the soundtrack of a city that never sleeps—Freestyle fire, booty-shakin’ Bass, golden-era Hip Hop, electric grooves, and disco dreams—all riding that high-voltage energy only Miami can bring. But this story started decades ago. Originally broadcasting from 1984 to 1987 as WTHM 98.3 FM, Rhythm 98 was more than just a radio station—it was a cultural force that moved bodies, shaped identities, and defined an era. For Miami in the ’80s, that frequency wasn’t just on the dial—it was in the streets, in the soul, and thumping through speakers and subwoofers in cars, at block parties, and on every corner. The bass hit hard, the sound systems stayed loud, and the city moved to the rhythm. When the signal went silent, a piece of Miami’s soul vanished with it. Now revived and reimagined, Rhythm 98 returns not as a replica, but as a movement—a bridge between then and now, between cassette tape kids and streaming-era dreamers. This ain’t background noise. This is culture on full blast. 808s hit hard, synths shimmer like heat waves, and every drop takes you higher. Rhythm 98 celebrates the DJs, the dancers, the sound systems in the trunks, and the soul in every spinback. Where the Rhythm of Miami Lives — more than just a station, it’s a movement! From vinyl heads to TikTok trendsetters, from skating rinks to warehouse raves, Rhythm 98 connects generations of beat lovers and bass junkies. Feel It. Live It. Move With It — this is your frequency. Rhythm 98 is dirty dancing, clean fades, big dreams, and louder speakers. A tribute to what once was—and a signal of what’s still possible. Plug in. Tune up. Let it ride. Rhythm 98 — Where the beat never stops.
Stemzel
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Stemzel splits any song into four stems — vocals, drums, bass, and other instruments — entirely on your iPhone. No cloud uploads. No subscription. No account required. IMPORT YOUR AUDIO • File — pick from Files, iCloud Drive, or anywhere on your device • URL — paste a direct link to an MP3, M4A, or WAV file • Record — capture audio with your microphone and split it instantly MIX AND EXPORT • Mute or solo any stem to hear exactly what you want • Play back your mix with a built-in waveform scrubber • Export individual stems or your full mix to the Files app PRIVATE BY DESIGN Every split runs on your device using on-device AI. Your music never leaves your iPhone. No servers, no tracking, no ads. ONE-TIME UNLOCK Pay once, use Stemzel forever. Unlimited splits and downloads — no monthly fees, ever. PERFECT FOR • Musicians learning parts by ear • DJs and producers isolating elements • Karaoke and acapella practice • Remixing and sampling workflows • Anyone who wants stems without uploading to the cloud Stemzel is built for speed and privacy. Import a track, wait a moment while it separates, then mute the vocals, solo the drums, or export everything — all from your pocket. Questions or feedback? Visit stemzel.com/support
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Rhythm 98 at none against Stemzel's 4. Rhythm 98 also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Stemzel sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Rhythm 98 asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Rhythm 98 | Stemzel |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 290 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MBU Networks LLC | Mahija Kottapalli |
In-app purchases
Rhythm 98
No in-app purchases
Stemzel
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$2.99
- Large Tip$4.99
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- Stemzel Unlock$7.99





