Radio Surf vs KiwiTuner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Radio Surf
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Discover and enjoy live radio from around the world with RadioSurf. Instantly access thousands of radio stations, search by name, genre, or location, and listen to your favorite music, news, and talk shows wherever you are. Personalize your experience by adding stations to your favorites, organizing them for quick access, and managing your list as your tastes evolve. RadioSurf is designed for seamless listening at home, on the go, or while drivingβmaking it easy to stay connected to the sounds you love, anytime and anywhere. Key Features: Listen to live radio stations worldwide Powerful search by station name, genre, or country Add, organize, and modify your favorite stations Simple, intuitive interface for effortless browsing and playback Reliable streaming, even on the move or in your car Background playback and support for external controls
KiwiTuner
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KiwiTuner is a native radio receiver app for listening to compatible KiwiSDR or Web888 servers on your iPhone or iPad. Connect to a public receiver or configure your own, then explore the radio spectrum with responsive tuning and clear audio. Features: β’ Live spectrum and waterfall display β’ AM, FM, LSB, USB, and CW reception modes β’ Tap, drag, and pinch tuning with up to 500 Hz full-screen zoom β’ EiBi shortwave schedule with currently scheduled broadcasts β’ Favorites and saved frequencies β’ Built-in directory of recently verified public receivers β’ Custom receiver addresses and per-server passwords stored in Keychain β’ Adjustable spectrum smoothing and optional sharp audio high-cut filter A network connection and an available compatible receiver are required. Receiver availability, access rules, passwords, and listening limits are controlled by each receiver operator. KiwiTuner is an independent client and is not affiliated with KiwiSDR / Web888 or the operators of listed receivers.
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Verdict
Radio Surf and KiwiTuner are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Radio Surf | KiwiTuner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 β better | 18.5 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dart Technology SIA | Jouni Erola |
In-app purchases
Radio Surf
No in-app purchases
KiwiTuner
No in-app purchases









