CrowdFuel vs JamVote
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CrowdFuel
This app provides bands with a modern, mobile-powered system for managing live song requests and collecting tips instantly. Fans can scan a QR code to see available songs, request tunes, and tip digitally, with higher tips prioritizing requests in a real-time queue.
- Live song request queue
- Digital tipping
- Band-controlled song list
- Real-time show management
- Skip and refund option
- Reusable QR workflow
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CrowdFuel helps bands make more money at live shows. Instead of relying on a tip jar and shouted requests, CrowdFuel gives your band a modern, mobile-powered way to run live song requests and collect tips instantly. How It Works -Fans scan your CrowdFuel QR code at the show on printed materials that you create from the QR Code generated for your band. -They see the songs you’ve made available for requests on the show you've made live in the app. -They request a song and tip using secure digital payment options -Higher tips move songs up the live request queue -Your band sees the queue update in real time and decides what to play next Built for Live Bands CrowdFuel is designed for working bands that want to: -Increase tip revenue -Engage the crowd -Organize requests without chaos -Create a better live experience for fans -Run a smarter, more professional show Key Features -Live Song Request Queue Requests are ranked by tip amount and request time, so you always know what’s next. -Digital Tipping Fans can tip electronically (no cash required), making it easier to support your band on the spot. -Band-Controlled Song List Choose which songs are available for each show and set a minimum tip for every song. -Real-Time Show Management Watch requests come in live while you perform and manage the queue from the stage. -Skip + Refund Option If needed, you can skip a request and refund the tip directly through the app. -Reusable QR Workflow Use a QR code setup that makes it easy for fans to connect to your current live show. Why bands use CrowdFuel CrowdFuel turns songs you already play into new revenue. It helps you capture money you’d otherwise miss from fans who don’t carry cash—and gives them a fun, interactive way to be part of the show. Whether you’re playing bars, clubs, private events, or festivals, CrowdFuel helps you monetize the moment and keep the energy high. CrowdFuel — built for bands. Easy for fans. Live money in real time.
JamVote
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JamVote - Democracy never sounded better Stop the aux cord wars Every party has one: the person who hijacks the speaker and won't let go. JamVote fixes that. Everyone gets a vote, the host stays in control, and the best song actually wins. The only jukebox app built for Apple Music JamVote is designed from the ground up for Apple Music subscribers. If you host parties, game nights, or events and you're on Apple Music, this app was made for you. Your library, your queue, your rules. The crowd just votes on what comes next. Note: The host needs an Apple Music subscription. Guests vote free — no account, no app, no hassle. Guests join in seconds. No app required Send a QR code or drop a link. Guests open a web page in their browser and start voting immediately. Nothing to install. Nothing to sign up for. They're in the queue before the song ends. Works without WiFi Nearby Mode uses local networking to keep the party connected even when the internet cuts out. No signal? No problem. The jukebox keeps going. It's not just voting. It's strategy Everyone gets tokens. Spend them to request a song. Spend more to move it up the queue. Want your track at the top? Earn it. The token system keeps things competitive, stops spam, and makes every win feel earned. Not just a playlist — a game. One price. No subscription. Forever. Unlock everything for $9.99. One-time purchase. The party never stops. Set the vibe. Let the crowd decide. Win the room. Privacy First JamVote doesn't collect personal data. Sessions are local—your music choices stay between you and your guests. No accounts required. No tracking. Just music. Terms of Use (Apple Standard): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CrowdFuel at none against JamVote's 2. JamVote's advantage is iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence, 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. JamVote sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. CrowdFuel asks for nothing beyond the download.
CrowdFuel ships an update every 5 weeks, JamVote monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CrowdFuel | JamVote |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 18.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sunrock IT LLC | Jason Pascual |
In-app purchases
CrowdFuel
No in-app purchases
JamVote
- JamVote Premium3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- JamVote Premium$9.99









