Streaming Pulse vs HAND
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Streaming Pulse
Stream live radio and TV from around the world for free. Discover global entertainment, save favorites, and enjoy high-quality audio with no sign-ups or hidden fees. Supports CarPlay for in-car listening.
- Global radio and TV streaming
- 100% free, no registration
- High-quality audio
- CarPlay integration
- Smart discovery and search
- Background playback
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Pulse Stream Radio & TV Worldwide Discover, listen, and enjoy free live Radio and TV from around the world with Pulse. From local AM/FM stations to independent and commercial broadcasters, Pulse brings global entertainment straight to your iPhone now with CarPlay support. No sign-ups. No hidden fees. Just great listening. WHY CHOOSE PULSE? • 100% Free – No subscription, no registration required • High-Quality Audio – Enjoy clear, reliable streaming • No Pre-Roll Ads – Start listening instantly • Global Access – Tune in to Radio and TV stations worldwide • Smart Discovery – Search and browse by genre, name, or category • Now Playing Info – See the current song or program (station dependent) • Favorites – Save and manage your favorite stations easily • Social Sharing – Share stations with friends via social media, SMS, or email MUSIC FOR EVERY MOOD Listen to the music you love from dedicated radio stations featuring: Rap, Pop, Rock, R&B, Indie, Dance, Electro, Classical, Jazz, Blues, Country, and more. ENHANCED LISTENING EXPERIENCE • Advanced Search for Radio and TV content • Audio & Video Podcasts • Sleep Timer – Fall asleep to your favorite music • Background Playback for uninterrupted listening • Lock Screen Controls • Seamless resume after phone calls • CarPlay Integration for safe listening while driving • Works across your devices with Bluetooth, AirPlay, and CarPlay ADD YOUR STATION TO PULSE Want your Radio or TV station featured on Pulse? • Radio Stations: https://streamingpulse.com/main/submitting-your-radio-station/ • TV Stations: https://streamingpulse.com/main/submitting-your-tv-station/ DOWNLOAD PULSE FREE TODAY Start your listening experience now free, simple, and unlimited. QUESTIONS OR FEEDBACK? We’d love to hear from you and continue improving Pulse.
HAND
Experience Old School & Today's R&B with live shows, interviews, and special events. This app connects you to real music and authentic vibes, celebrating the culture through music and conversation.
- Old School & Today's R&B
- Live shows
- Exclusive interviews
- Special live events
- Music and conversation
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"Welcome to HAND RADIO – Honesty and Depth Through Real Music! HAND RADIO is your home for **Old School & Today’s R&B**, bringing you the best classics and fresh new sounds that keep the soul alive. We’re more than just a radio station—we’re a movement dedicated to real music, real vibes, and real connections. Tune in for **live shows, exclusive interviews, and special live events, where we bring the culture to life through music and conversation. Whether you’re reminiscing with timeless R&B legends or vibing to today’s hottest artists, HAND RADIO has you covered. Join us and experience music with depth, passion, and authenticity—only on HAND RADIO!"
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Streaming Pulse at none against HAND's shown. Streaming Pulse also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 10 months) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, rating, ratings volume 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Streaming Pulse against 5.0 for HAND. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.
Streaming Pulse ships an update every 4 months, HAND every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Streaming Pulse | HAND |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months — better | Every 10 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Streaming Pulse | Richard Good |
Customer experience
Streaming Pulse
HAND
In-app purchases
Streaming Pulse
No in-app purchases
HAND
No in-app purchases
