# AppAudio vs Cosm

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cosm at 100% against AppAudio's 18%. Cosm also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.0) and ads (none vs shown). AppAudio's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Cosm holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 225 and 127 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of AppAudio's written reviews are positive against 100% of Cosm's.

AppAudio ships an update every 6 weeks, Cosm fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AppAudio | Cosm |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (225 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appaudio/id835237447/reviews) | **[4.9 (127 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cosm/id1590677915/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **225** | 127 |
| Positive reviews | 17.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 28 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MYE Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/797156463) | [Cosm Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563122248) |

## What reviewers say

### AppAudio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appaudio/id835237447)

Stream high-quality audio directly to your smartphone or tablet over Wi-Fi. Connect to the venue's network, select your desired channel, and enjoy real-time audio.

**Highlights:** High-quality Wi-Fi audio streaming, Connect to venue Wi-Fi, Select TV or music channels, Real-time audio playback, Free to use

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
- 🎧 Allows mobility around gym without being tethered to equipment
- ✨ Seamless audio streaming when working properly
- 🎯 Great concept for gym audio listening
- 📱 Works well on guest WiFi networks

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Chronic connection failures and inability to detect venues
- ⏱️ Extremely long connection times (10-15+ minutes)
- 🔊 Audio issues including crackling, static, and puffy sounds
- 📡 Unreliable WiFi connectivity despite correct network selection
- ❌ Frequent app crashes and random disconnections

**Reported bugs**

- App fails to detect gym venues even when on correct WiFi
- Connection times out repeatedly during venue scan
- Audio stops working despite showing available channels
- Volume control becomes unresponsive requiring app reload
- App crashes randomly during use

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch compatibility
- Better handling of WiFi portal authentication pages
- Improved venue detection algorithm
- Persistent volume control that doesn't reset
- Better error messages and troubleshooting guidance


### Cosm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cosm/id1590677915)

Experience live events like never before with immersive "Shared Reality." Browse and buy tickets, order food and drinks directly to your seat, and feel closer to the action at sports, entertainment, and art events.

**Highlights:** Immersive fan experiences, Seamless ticketing, Event exploration, In-seat food and drink ordering, Connects people at events

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use app
- ⭐️ Phenomenal experience
- 🎟️ Convenient ticketing
- 🍽️ Delicious food options
- 👫 Social sharing features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AppAudio free?

AppAudio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cosm free?

Cosm is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, AppAudio or Cosm?

Cosm is rated higher. AppAudio averages 2.0 out of 5 from 225 ratings, while Cosm averages 4.9 from 127 ratings.

### Do AppAudio or Cosm have ads?

AppAudio shows ads; Cosm does not.

### Which is updated more often, AppAudio or Cosm?

AppAudio ships an update every 6 weeks, and Cosm fortnightly. Most recently, AppAudio was updated on October 24, 2026 and Cosm on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*