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Best Kuow Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free kuow apps? 20 of our 247+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Kuow Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1KUOW Puget Sound Public RadioKUOW Puget Sound Public RadioFree4.6★ (356)YesNoAug 2026
2NPR: National & Local NewsNPR: National & Local NewsFree4.6★ (68K)YesNoAug 2026
3KEXPKEXPFree3.9★ (263)NoNoAug 2026
4KQED: Bay Area Culture & NewsKQED: Bay Area Culture & NewsFree4.9★ (9.4K)YesNoAug 2026
5La Que Buena 97.7La Que Buena 97.7Free—NoNoMay 2026
6KPCW Public Radio AppKPCW Public Radio AppFree4.9★ (36)NoNoJul 2026
7KLKC AMKLKC AMFree—YesNoMay 2026
8KUSN 98.1 US98KUSN 98.1 US98Free—NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Kuow

KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio#1

KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio by KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio

Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.6😐(356 ratings)
FreeAds
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Listen to live public radio streams, pause and rewind live audio, and access a library of on-demand podcasts. Enjoy integrated program schedules and easily share content with friends. The app also features a sleep timer and alarm clock.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to navigate
  • 🚀 Convenient live streaming
  • 🔍 Reliable source of news and information
  • 💡 Diverse programming and content

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and streaming issues
  • 🔁 Repetitive ads and interruptions
  • 🕰️ Slow app performance and load times
NPR: National & Local News#2

NPR: National & Local News by NPR

Podcasts. Live Radio. Music.
Strong Contender
📡 News
4.6😐(68K ratings)
FreeAds
#27in News
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Access breaking news, in-depth stories, and personalized audio streams from public radio. Discover podcasts, enjoy live music performances, and stream radio content from across the country. Enhance your listening experience with smart features and support public media.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great but loses track after inactivity
  • 🚀 Excellent content
  • 🚀 Very high quality and reliable news
  • 🚀 Balanced and well-presented/organized news

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App used 79GB of data in two weeks
  • 🐛 Broken, freezes, and crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Poor UI with ads
KEXP#3

KEXP by KEXP

KEXP Radio
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
3.9(263 ratings)
Free
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This app connects you to a global community of music enthusiasts and creators. It broadcasts live radio from Seattle and the Bay Area, featuring diverse music across genres and eras. Discover exclusive in-studio performances through its popular YouTube channel.

More Kuow apps to explore

4
KQED: Bay Area Culture & News
KQED: Bay Area Culture & News
KQED: Bay Area Culture & News
Read, Listen, and Watch
Free

Access trusted local news, live radio, and television streams from the Bay Area. Discover original podcasts and video series, and stay updated on community events. Personalize your feed with topics that interest you most.

Personalized news feedLive TV and radio streamingOriginal podcasts and video series
📡 News
(9.4K)
free
5
La Que Buena 97.7
La Que Buena 97.7
La Que Buena 97.7
by McKenzie River Broadcasting,Inc
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
6
KPCW Public Radio App
KPCW Public Radio App
KPCW Public Radio App
by COMMUNITY WIRELESS OF PARK CITY, INC.
Free

Access local news, eclectic music streams, and on-demand podcasts from Summit and Wasatch counties. Stay connected with community resources and share your own content. Offers news and information in Spanish.

Live radio streamingOn-demand KPCW and NPR podcastsLocal news from Summit and Wasatch counties
📡 News
(36)
free
7
KLKC AM
KLKC AM
KLKC AM
by Parsons Media Group, LLC
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)
8
KUSN 98.1 US98
KUSN 98.1 US98
KUSN 98.1 US98
by KCD Enterprises
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
9
KBEW 95.3 FM & 1560 AM
KBEW 95.3 FM & 1560 AM
KBEW 95.3 FM & 1560 AM
by Riverfront Broadcasting LLC
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)
10
KFAR-Radio 660 AM 97.5 FM
KFAR-Radio 660 AM 97.5 FM
KFAR-Radio 660 AM 97.5 FM
by Last Frontier Mediactive, LLC
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)
11
KALW
KALW
KALW
by KALW Public Media, Inc.
Free

Access live radio streams and on-demand content from a public media station. Stay informed with local news, music, and culture shows, and enjoy features like DVR-like controls for live broadcasts. The app also offers podcasts and direct communication with the station.

Live radio streamingOn-demand listeningLocal news and culture
📡 News
(89)
free
12
BIG 98.5, KHIC
BIG 98.5, KHIC
BIG 98.5, KHIC
by Basin Mediactive LLC
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)
13
KVPR Valley Public Radio
KVPR Valley Public Radio
KVPR Valley Public Radio
by WHITE ASH BROADCASTING, INCORPORATED
Free

Listen to live radio, pause and rewind broadcasts, and access program schedules. Explore news, save content for later, and use the alarm clock feature. Share stories and programs easily with friends and family.

Live audio streamingPause and rewind live audioIntegrated program schedules
🎵 Music
(39)
free
14
Kansas Public Radio
Kansas Public Radio
Kansas Public Radio
by The University of Kansas
Free

Listen to live radio, pause and rewind audio, and access on-demand content. Explore program schedules, search for stories, and bookmark favorites. Wake up to your favorite station with the built-in alarm clock.

Live streaming with DVR controlsOn-demand content accessProgram schedules
🎵 Music
(62)
free
15
WBUR
WBUR
WBUR
by 90.9 WBUR, Boston’s NPR news station
Free

Access live radio streams and on-demand podcasts from a public media organization. Enjoy news briefs, trending stories, and the ability to download episodes for offline listening. Supports CarPlay for in-car use.

Live radio streamSignature podcastsHourly news briefs
📡 News
(4K)
ad-supported
16
KLCC Public Radio App
KLCC Public Radio App
KLCC Public Radio App
by KLCC Public Radio
Free

Listen to live public radio, pause and rewind live streams, and access on-demand programs. Explore news, search for stories, and set alarms to wake up to your favorite station. Share content easily and manage bookmarks across devices.

Live streaming with pause/rewindOn-demand program accessNews category browsing
🎵 Music
(101)
free
17
KPBS
KPBS
KPBS
KPBS news, podcasts & more!
Free

Access local and national news, podcasts, and entertainment from San Diego's public media station. Stream live radio and TV, watch on-demand programs, and receive breaking news alerts all in one place.

Read local and national newsListen to live radio streamsWatch live TV streams
📡 News
(97)
ad-supported
18
Npr Radio
Npr Radio
Npr Radio
Npr News
Free

Listen to live NPR Radio broadcasts with a simple and easy-to-use interface. Enjoy music and NPR news 24/7. This app provides a straightforward way to access live radio streams.

Live NPR Radio broadcastsEasy-to-use interface24/7 music and news
🎵 Music
(1)
free
19
NorCal Public Media App
NorCal Public Media App
NorCal Public Media App
by KRCB RADIO
Free

Listen to live radio and watch live TV streams, with DVR-like controls for pausing and rewinding. Explore on-demand content, search for programs, and set alarms to wake up to your favorite station. Easily share content with friends and family.

Live radio and TV streamingDVR-like controls (pause, rewind, fast forward)On-demand content access
📡 News
(28)
ad-supported
20
Hot 105.5 KKOY
Hot 105.5 KKOY
Hot 105.5 KKOY
by MyTown Media, Inc.
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)

FAQ about Kuow

What are the best kuow apps for iPhone?
KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio tops our kuow apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 356 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top kuow apps we rank are free to download, including KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio and NPR: National & Local News.
KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 247+ kuow apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The KUOW app allows you to listen to live KUOW public radio streams, pause and rewind live audio, and access a library of KUOW and NPR podcasts. You can also view program schedules, share content, and use a sleep timer or alarm clock.
To listen to live radio, simply open the app and select the live stream option. You can then use the DVR-like controls to pause, rewind, or fast forward within a few seconds of the live broadcast.

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