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Best Local Radio Now Apps

229+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Looking for free local radio now apps? 19 of our 229+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for Local Radio Now

NPR: National & Local News#2

NPR: National & Local News by NPR

Podcasts. Live Radio. Music.
Strong Contender
📡 News
4.6😐(64K ratings)
FreeAds
#34in 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
ooTunes Radio: Record & Alarm#3

ooTunes Radio: Record & Alarm by Oogli, LLC

Versatile ad-free radio player
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.5😊(257 ratings)
$4.99
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Access a vast global library of internet radio stations, including music, talk, and sports. Record live broadcasts, set alarms, and enjoy features like album art and YouTube integration.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Best streaming radio player
  • 🔍 Extensive catalog of stations
  • 🔍 Quick to add new stations
  • 📼 Excellent recording feature

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Outdated UI design
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate

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myTuner Radio App Australia
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7
iHeart: Radio, Music, Podcasts
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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.

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Access over 70,000 live radio stations from around the world, covering music, news, sports, and more. Enjoy background playback, search functionality, and personalized favorites. Record stations for later playback and add your own streams.

Access 70,000+ global radio stationsBackground audio playbackSearchable station directory
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Stream over 350 local radio stations across various genres, including music, news, and sports. Discover new stations based on your location, set alarms to wake up to your favorite shows, and enjoy background listening with customizable features.

350+ local radio stationsCustomizable wake-up alarmsSleep timer
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10
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Local Weather Radar & Forecast
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Storm Warning & Tracker Alerts
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Get real-time local weather updates, including breaking news and traffic information for the USA and worldwide. Features include Doppler radar, hourly forecasts, hurricane tracking, and live transit alerts. Stay informed with weather station capabilities right in your pocket.

Local forecast and conditionsSatellite maps and Doppler radarHourly temperature timeline
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11
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Access over 50,000 radio stations and 2 million podcasts from around the world. Stream live AM/FM broadcasts, discover new music by genre, and catch up on news and live sports. Download episodes for offline listening and enjoy personalized music stations.

50,000+ radio stations2 million+ podcastsLive AM/FM broadcasts
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12
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Streaming Talk & News Radio
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Stream a vast selection of internet talk radio stations covering news, sports, comedy, technology, and more. Enjoy background audio playback while you multitask. Discover diverse channels and popular personalities.

Extensive station selectionBackground audio playbackDiverse channel categories
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14
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Access over 100,000 live radio stations from around the world, offering music, news, sports, and podcasts. Enjoy features like precise search, song identification, recording, and personalized recommendations for a seamless listening experience.

100,000+ global radio stationsSearch by country, genre, or categoryLive sports and news coverage
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15
NewsBreak: Local News & Alerts
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Stay informed with breaking news, local events, and personalized updates delivered directly to your device. Discover curated daily briefings, live news streams, and in-depth stories from trusted sources, covering everything from weather and traffic to national headlines.

Local news highlightsBreaking news alertsPersonalized news feed
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16
Radio Online App・FM AM Station
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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.

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Stream live radio stations from around the world, both FM and AM. Easily discover popular local and international stations, or search by genre and mood. Listen while using other apps.

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Stream over 100,000 live radio stations from around the world, including music, sports, and news. Tune into local and international FM/AM stations with a user-friendly interface, recording capabilities, and a safe car mode.

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Access Southern California's premier news source for NPR broadcasts, local headlines, and podcasts. Stream live radio, catch up on on-demand programs, and receive breaking news alerts. Stay informed with comprehensive coverage from LAist.com.

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