Ample.fm vs iMusify
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Ample.fm
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* Local cache support * 5 star rating * Smart autoplay when nearing end of the queue * Dark & light mode with adaptive interface colors
iMusify
Stream your self-hosted music collection with a beautiful, modern interface. Enjoy your entire library online or offline, with features like lyrics, smart queues, and podcast support. Integrates seamlessly with Subsonic and Ampache servers.
- Subsonic & Ampache server support
- Stream or download for offline playback
- Synced and unsynced lyrics display
- Star ratings and favorites sync
- Smart queue with gapless transitions
- Podcast subscription and management
- CarPlay and Apple Watch integration
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iMusify turns your self-hosted music collection into a beautiful, modern streaming experience. Connect to your own Subsonic or Ampache server and enjoy your full library on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and CarPlay โ online or completely offline. Built for people who own their music and host it themselves, iMusify focuses on a clean interface, reliable playback, and the features serious listeners actually use every day. KEY FEATURES โข Subsonic & Ampache support โ works with Navidrome, Airsonic, Gonic, LMS, Funkwhale (Subsonic API), Ampache, and other compatible servers. โข Stream or download โ listen online or cache anything for fully offline playback. โข Lyrics โ view synced and unsynced lyrics, tap a line to jump to that moment in the song. โข Star ratings & favorites โ rate songs and mark favorites; ratings sync with your server. โข Smart queue โ play, shuffle, repeat, gapless transitions, and an editable now-playing queue. โข Podcasts โ subscribe, auto-download new episodes, get notified when episodes arrive. โข Library browsing โ artists, albums, genres, playlists, recently added, most played, and more. โข Search โ fast search across your entire library. โข CarPlay โ full CarPlay support with star-rated songs and queue control. โข Apple Watch & Lock Screen โ control playback from anywhere on your device. โข Siri & Shortcuts โ start your music with your voice or build automations. โข Designed for iPhone, iPad, and Mac โ adaptive layouts on every screen size, native-feel everywhere. โข Light & dark themes โ clean, modern UI tuned for both. โข Privacy-friendly โ no ads, no tracking, no accounts required beyond your own server. ABOUT iMusify is a fork of the open-source Amperfy project, with UI refinements and additional features tailored for users who prefer a streamlined experience. Big thanks to the Amperfy team โ iMusify wouldn't exist without their work. iMusify is licensed under the GPLv3. Note: iMusify requires access to your own Subsonic-compatible or Ampache server. It does not include a music catalog of its own and does not connect to any commercial streaming service.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Ample.fm at 15.6 against iMusify's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Ample.fm | iMusify |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | โ | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | โ |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | โ | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 โ better | 26.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Roman Stefko | DonkeyCat GmbH |
In-app purchases
Ample.fm
No in-app purchases
iMusify
No in-app purchases









