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Best Metal Music Radio Apps

198+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated June 2026

Heavy Metal Music Radio is the household name in metal music radio, but it's far from the only option. We track 198+ alternatives and competitors on iOS β€” many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Metal Music Radio Apps (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Heavy Metal Music RadioHeavy Metal Music RadioFreeβ€”NoNoMay 2026
2Metal Radio+Metal Radio+Free4.8β˜… (608)YesNoSep 2026
3Rock Radio: Streaming MusicRock Radio: Streaming MusicFree4.7β˜… (1.4K)YesNoSep 2026
4Radio FM & AM !Radio FM & AM !Free4.6β˜… (10K)NoYesSep 2026
5ooTunes Radio: Record & AlarmooTunes Radio: Record & Alarm$4.994.5β˜… (266)NoNoSep 2026
6Simple Radio - FM AM StationsSimple Radio - FM AM StationsFree4.7β˜… (527K)NoYesSep 2026
7METAL SHOP & HAIR BAND RADIOMETAL SHOP & HAIR BAND RADIOFree4.8β˜… (124)NoNoSep 2026
8Heavy Metal RadioHeavy Metal RadioFree4.2β˜… (42)NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Metal Music Radio

Metal Radio+#2

Metal Radio+ by Nick Culbertson

Streaming Radio Music Player
Strong Contender
🎡 Music
4.8😊(608 ratings)
FreeAds
Metal Radio+ screenshot 1
Metal Radio+ screenshot 2

Stream a diverse selection of internet radio stations dedicated to metal and rock music. Enjoy background audio playback while multitasking. Discover a wide variety of channels to suit your listening preferences.

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Excellent variety of metal music stations
  • 🎢 Great selection of metal genres
  • πŸ”Š Good sound quality
  • πŸ•°οΈ Able to listen all day
  • 🀘 Perfect for metalheads

Room to Improve

  • πŸ”‡ Occasional audio cuts or disconnections
  • πŸ“’ Too many advertisements
  • πŸ” Difficult to find specific songs/artists
  • πŸ”‹ High battery consumption
Rock Radio: Streaming Music#3

Rock Radio: Streaming Music by Nick Culbertson

Internet Radio Music Player
Worth Considering
🎡 Music
4.7😊(1.4K ratings)
FreeAds
Rock Radio: Streaming Music screenshot 1
Rock Radio: Streaming Music screenshot 2

Stream a vast collection of internet radio stations dedicated to rock music. Explore diverse genres from classic to indie, metal to punk, with background audio support for multitasking.

What We Love

  • 🎢 Great music selection
  • πŸ”Š High-quality audio
  • 🎧 Convenient for driving
  • πŸ•°οΈ Retro feel
  • 🎨 Wide range of genres
  • 🎚️ Customizable controls
  • πŸ“» Reliable performance

Room to Improve

  • πŸ”‡ Inconsistent volume levels
  • ⏱️ Occasional app crashes
  • πŸ“’ Too many commercials

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FAQ about Metal Music Radio

Are there free metal music radio apps for iPhone?
Yes β€” 19 of the top metal music radio apps we rank are free to download, including Heavy Metal Music Radio and Metal Radio+.
Heavy Metal Music Radio has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 198+ metal music radio apps on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.