92.9 The Wave vs US 106.1
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
92.9 The Wave
Stream feel-good classics from the 70s and 80s, featuring artists like Michael McDonald and Toto. Enjoy live radio, local weather, traffic updates, and exclusive content like jock videos and contest information.
- 70s and 80s music streaming
- Live radio broadcast
- Local weather updates
- Traffic information
- Jock videos
- Contests and events
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Feel-good classics from the ’70s and ’80s. Think Michael McDonald & The Doobie Brothers, Toto, Kenny Loggins, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, and more. The Wave will help you navigate the nostalgia with the ultimate soundtrack for smooth sailing, dockside lounging, and commute-time cruising.. Listen Live, Facebook, Twitter, Weather, Traffic, Jock Videos, Contests, Concerts, Events & much more!
US 106.1
Stay connected to your favorite radio station from anywhere with this free app. Access unique content and features, and follow along on social media.
- Live radio streaming
- Exclusive content access
- Social media integration
- Always free to use
- Stay connected on the go
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Download the official US 106.1 app, it’s easy to use and always FREE! With the official app, you can stay connected from work, home, or on the road. Follow us on social media, get access to all our other unique content, features and more!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: 92.9 The Wave at 100% against US 106.1's 43%. 92.9 The Wave also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (125 vs 6). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
92.9 The Wave holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 92.9 The Wave has 125 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of 92.9 The Wave's written reviews are positive against 43% of US 106.1's.
92.9 The Wave ships an update every 5 months, US 106.1 every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 92.9 The Wave | US 106.1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (125 ratings) — better | 2.0 (6 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 42.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 125 — better | 6 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 89 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Max Media, LLC | SINCLAIR TELECABLE, INC |
Customer experience
92.9 The Wave
US 106.1
In-app purchases
92.9 The Wave
No in-app purchases
US 106.1
No in-app purchases
