Comparison

Essential Classics vs 98.7 DZFE

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

Head to head
About

Essential Classics

Discover curated classical music playlists for every mood and moment. From relaxation and focus to dramatic soundtracks, this app brings the beauty of timeless composers into your daily life. Explore rich composer biographies and enjoy regularly updated content.

Highlights
  • 100+ themed playlists
  • Music for relaxation and meditation
  • Focus and concentration tracks
  • Soundtracks for various moods
  • Weekly updated content
  • Composer biographies
Features
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Essential Classics is your gateway to a world where classical music meets modern life. Whether you’re studying late into the night, seeking a calm morning routine, or just need a soundtrack that feels like it understands you — this app is here to elevate your day with soul-stirring sound. From the delicate notes of Debussy to the thunderous drama of Beethoven, we curate playlists that speak to every emotion and every mood. Experience music from the greatest composers in history — Mozart, Vivaldi, Chopin, Rachmaninoff, Händel, and beyond — all in beautifully themed playlists updated regularly. Features: • 100+ playlists organized by theme and mood • Music for relaxation, meditation & mindfulness • Deep focus and concentration tracks for work or study • Soundtracks for drama, nostalgia, or main-character energy • Weekly updated content with handpicked classical gems • Discover rich composer biographies alongside the music Whether you’re a lifelong classical fan or just starting to explore, Essential Classics is your companion for every moment that needs music — whether that’s a rainy afternoon, a sleepless night, or a slow morning with coffee in hand. Turn everyday moments into something cinematic. Download now and bring the beauty of classical music into your life. Essential Classics – Soundtrack your life.

About

98.7 DZFE

Features
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Let DZFE’s masterworks and Master’s Word broadcast keep you company throughout the day. 98.7 DZFE-FM “The Master’s Touch” is the classical music service of FEBC Philippines, delivering fine music and biblical perspectives since 1954.

Screenshots

Essential Classics4 screens
98.7 DZFE3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: 98.7 DZFE at 3 against Essential Classics's 1. 98.7 DZFE also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, 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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Essential Classics versus 98.7 DZFE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEssential Classics98.7 DZFE
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB42 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperCUGATE AGFar East Broadcasting Company (Philippines), Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Essential Classics

No in-app purchases

None

98.7 DZFE

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Essential Classics free?
Essential Classics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 98.7 DZFE free?
98.7 DZFE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Essential Classics or 98.7 DZFE have ads?
Neither Essential Classics nor 98.7 DZFE shows ads.

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