Comparison

JUSPlay vs Tunode

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

Head to head
About

JUSPlay

Features
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JUSPlay is a beautiful, native music player for your personal Subsonic-compatible music server. Stream your entire library from anywhere — at home, in the car, or on a run with just your Apple Watch. FEATURES • Stream your full music library from any Subsonic, Navidrome, or Airsonic server • CarPlay integration — browse artists, albums, playlists, and songs hands-free while driving • Apple Watch app — standalone playback over WiFi/LTE, no iPhone needed • AI Smart Playlists — describe a mood or vibe and let AI curate the perfect mix from your library • Queue management with shuffle, repeat, and drag-to-reorder • Queue persistence — pick up exactly where you left off, even after the app is closed • Browse by artists, albums, playlists, genres, or search your entire library • Favourite songs with one tap • Dark mode support following your system preference • Designed for privacy — connects directly to your server, no third-party cloud services SMART PLAYLISTS Just type what you're in the mood for — "chill evening jazz", "high energy workout", "90s road trip vibes" — and JUSPlay's AI analyses your library's genres, eras, play history, and favourites to build a playlist that actually fits. CARPLAY Full CarPlay support with browsable tabs for Recent, Artists, Playlists, Songs, and Favourites. Shuffle your whole library or favourites with one tap while keeping your eyes on the road. APPLE WATCH Stream music directly from your watch over WiFi or cellular. Perfect for runs, gym sessions, or any time you want to leave your phone behind. Syncs your server settings automatically from the iPhone app. REQUIREMENTS Requires a Subsonic-compatible music server (Subsonic, Navidrome, Airsonic, Gonic, etc.) with network access.

About

Tunode

Stream your personal music library from your own server on any device. Download tracks for offline listening, enjoy time-synced lyrics, and let Auto DJ curate your playback. Connects directly to your existing music collection without requiring you to rebuild it elsewhere.

Highlights
  • Stream music from Navidrome/OpenSubsonic server
  • Download music for offline listening
  • Time-synced lyrics support
  • Auto DJ for continuous playback
  • CarPlay integration
  • Browse albums, artists, and playlists
Features
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Tunode is a free music player for Navidrome and compatible OpenSubsonic servers. Stream your own collection, download albums and playlists for offline listening, and browse your music with CarPlay. Requires access to your own compatible music server. Music and server hosting are not included. All features are free, supported by ads. An optional one-time lifetime Remove Ads purchase removes advertising without unlocking features. LISTEN YOUR WAY • Browse albums, artists, playlists, and favorites • Search your server for artists, albums, and songs • Control playback with shuffle, repeat, and an easy-to-manage queue • Choose original quality or a lower streaming bitrate for Wi-Fi and cellular • Keep listening from the Lock Screen and Control Center OFFLINE, ON YOUR TERMS • Download tracks, albums, or complete playlists • Play downloaded files automatically when they are available • Keep original-quality copies on your device • View downloads and storage use in one place LYRICS THAT MOVE WITH THE MUSIC • Follow synced lyrics in real time • Tap any lyric line to jump to that moment • Use lyrics from your server, with LRCLIB fallback when available DISCOVERY WITHOUT THE NOISE • Turn on Auto DJ to extend your queue with related tracks • Return to favorites, recently added albums, and playlists from Home • Keep your own server at the center of the experience MADE FOR THE ROAD • Browse albums, playlists, and downloads with CarPlay • Use familiar Now Playing controls while driving • Continue playback in the background

Screenshots

JUSPlay4 screens
Tunode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JUSPlay at none against Tunode's 1. JUSPlay also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Tunode sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. JUSPlay asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
JUSPlay versus Tunode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJUSPlayTunode
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJeandre KnoxPolyphasic Developers Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

JUSPlay

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Tunode

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$4.99

Questions

Is JUSPlay free?
JUSPlay is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Tunode free?
Tunode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do JUSPlay or Tunode have ads?
Tunode shows ads; JUSPlay does not.

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