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Best Live News Radio Apps

244+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free live news radio apps? 20 of our 244+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Live News Radio Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NPR: National & Local NewsNPR: National & Local NewsFree4.6★ (68K)YesNoAug 2026
2CNN: Live & Breaking NewsCNN: Live & Breaking NewsFree4.8★ (1.7M)YesYesAug 2026
3FOX News: US & World HeadlinesFOX News: US & World HeadlinesFree4.4★ (501K)YesNoAug 2026
4AP NewsAP NewsFree4.6★ (359K)YesNoAug 2026
5CBS News: Live Breaking NewsCBS News: Live Breaking NewsFree3.7★ (20K)YesNoAug 2026
6iHeart: Radio, Music, PodcastsiHeart: Radio, Music, PodcastsFree4.8★ (639K)YesYesAug 2026
7TuneIn Radio: Music & SportsTuneIn Radio: Music & SportsFree4.7★ (1.1M)YesYesAug 2026
8MS NOW: Watch Live NewsMS NOW: Watch Live NewsFree4.1★ (23K)YesNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Live News Radio

NPR: National & Local News#1

NPR: National & Local News by NPR

Podcasts. Live Radio. Music.
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.6😐(68K ratings)
FreeAds
#30in 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
CNN: Live & Breaking News#2

CNN: Live & Breaking News by CNN Interactive Group, Inc.

Daily news you can trust
Strong Contender
📡 News
4.8😊(1.7M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#8in News
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Access breaking news, in-depth analysis, and live reporting from trusted journalists. Stay informed with articles, videos, podcasts, and live audio, covering global events, politics, health, and more.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Comprehensive news coverage
  • 👍 Unbiased and factual reporting
  • 🌍 Worldwide news perspective
  • 💡 Innovative features like Magic Wall

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
  • 🔗 Overly sensitive embedded links
  • 🔋 High battery consumption

More Live News Radio apps to explore

4
AP News
AP News
AP News
Breaking World & Local News
Free

Get breaking world and local news, along with trending headlines. This app offers a personalized news feed, custom alerts, and in-depth content hubs for major events. Access award-winning photos, videos, and articles.

Breaking news updatesLocal news coveragePersonalized news feed
📡 News
(359K)
ad-supported
5
CBS News: Live Breaking News
CBS News: Live Breaking News
CBS News: Live Breaking News
Top stories and local news
Free

Stay informed with breaking U.S. and world news, plus local news, weather, and sports from numerous cities. Access live streaming news channels, full episodes of popular shows, and personalized alerts for stories that matter to you.

Local news coverageLive streaming newsFull episodes and clips
📡 News
(20K)
free with in-app purchases
6
iHeart: Radio, Music, Podcasts
iHeart: Radio, Music, Podcasts
iHeart: Radio, Music, Podcasts
Free Live & Local Stations
Free

Stream live radio stations, unlimited music playlists, and top podcasts for free. Enjoy live sports commentary, news, and music across various genres. Offers ad-free listening and on-demand music with premium subscriptions.

Live radio streamingUnlimited music playlistsTop podcast library
🎵 Music
(639K)
free with in-app purchases
7
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports
Listen to News & FM Stations
Free

Access over 100,000 live radio stations worldwide, plus exclusive news, sports, music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Enjoy personalized streams and on-demand content across all your devices.

100,000+ live AM/FM radio stationsExclusive news, sports, music, podcasts, audiobooksApple Music Radio streaming
🎵 Music
(1.1M)
free with in-app purchases
8
MS NOW: Watch Live News
MS NOW: Watch Live News
MS NOW: Watch Live News
Breaking News, Live, Politics
Free

Stay informed with breaking news, in-depth analysis, and live broadcasts. Access award-winning journalists and trusted experts for insights on politics, current events, and trending topics. Watch shows on demand or listen to live audio 24/7.

Watch live news broadcastsStream shows on demandListen to live audio 24/7
📡 News
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
9
News: Radio
News: Radio
News: Radio
Updates from diverse sources
Free

Access global news and diverse perspectives through audio broadcasts. Stay informed with curated content from top sources, delivering breaking stories and in-depth analysis directly to your ears. Personalized playlists and offline access are coming soon.

Tune in to global newsDiverse voices and perspectivesHandpicked audio from top broadcasters
📡 News
(1)
free
10
Simple FM Radio: Live Stations
Simple FM Radio: Live Stations
Simple FM Radio: Live Stations
AM, Music, News & CarPlay
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
11
Radio of Europe: live stations
Radio of Europe: live stations
Radio of Europe: live stations
European radio stations on air
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)
12
DZGB LIVE NEWS ONLINE RADIO
DZGB LIVE NEWS ONLINE RADIO
DZGB LIVE NEWS ONLINE RADIO
by Robert Amos
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)
13
Simple Radio - FM AM Stations
Simple Radio - FM AM Stations
Simple Radio - FM AM Stations
Listen to Music, Sports & News
Free

Listen to over 90,000 AM, FM, and online radio stations worldwide. Save your favorites for one-tap access and enjoy a reliable streaming experience. Discover new music, stay updated with news, or practice languages with this versatile radio tuner.

Access 90,000+ global radio stationsReliable, drop-free streamingSave and access favorite stations
🎵 Music
(526K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Radio - Live FM AM: Play Music
Radio - Live FM AM: Play Music
Radio - Live FM AM: Play Music
News, Sports, Stations Tuner
Free

Access a vast collection of live radio stations from around the world. Easily search for your favorite channels and save them for quick access. An internet connection is required to stream.

Global radio station accessSearch for favorite channelsSave preferred stations
🎬 Entertainment
(117)
free with in-app purchases
15
All News Radio 106.5 & 99.5
All News Radio 106.5 & 99.5
All News Radio 106.5 & 99.5
by Community Media, LLC
Free
📡 News
(0)
16
Radio Online App・FM AM Station
Radio Online App・FM AM Station
Radio Online App・FM AM Station
Live Stations: Music & News
Free

Stream thousands of live radio stations from across the globe. Enjoy music, news, talk shows, and podcasts in a single, intuitive application. Save your favorite stations and easily discover new ones.

Live radio streamingWorldwide station coverageMusic and talk shows
🎵 Music
(565)
subscription
17
World Radio: Live Stations
World Radio: Live Stations
World Radio: Live Stations
Global Live Radio Stations
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
18
Audacy: Radio & Sports Talk
Audacy: Radio & Sports Talk
Audacy: Radio & Sports Talk
Your Stations, News, Podcasts
Free

Access your favorite radio stations, live sports talk, news, and podcasts all in one free application. Enjoy on-demand content, exclusive extras, and save your preferred audio for later listening.

Live sports talk and play-by-playLocal and national news radioOn-demand music stations
🎵 Music
(92K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Top Radio - music, live news
Top Radio - music, live news
Top Radio - music, live news
Free local FM stations, sports
Free

Access thousands of live radio stations from around the globe, including music, news, and sports. Easily request new stations to be added and enjoy efficient battery usage. Discover a vast selection of popular international and local FM channels.

Thousands of global radio stationsLive music, news, and sportsRequest new stations
🎵 Music
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Onda: World Radio Live
Onda: World Radio Live
Onda: World Radio Live
45K+ stations, 200 countries
Free
🎵 Music
(0)

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FAQ about Live News Radio

What are the best live news radio apps for iPhone?
NPR: National & Local News tops our live news radio apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 68K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top live news radio apps we rank are free to download, including NPR: National & Local News and CNN: Live & Breaking News.
NPR: National & Local News shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 244+ live news radio apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The NPR app provides access to the latest news, in-depth stories, and a personalized stream of audio content from public radio. It also features a wide selection of podcasts, live radio streams, and music content, including Tiny Desk Concerts.
Key features include a personalized NPR One stream, a curated podcast library with editor recommendations, full Tiny Desk Concert videos, live radio streaming, and connectivity with devices like Chromecast and Apple CarPlay. Users can also integrate with smart speakers.