250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Out of 250+ music pro background player apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 2.3★ (36) | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.8★ (1.5M) | Yes | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.6★ (39K) | Yes | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | — | Yes | No | Jul 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 3.0★ (1) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 5.0★ (4) | Yes | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | — | — | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | — | — | No | Jul 2026 |
Stream only the audio from your favorite YouTube videos and playlists. Enjoy background playback, off-screen listening to save battery, and create custom playlists with full music player controls. Easily add songs and entire playlists using YouTube search.
Access a vast world of music, including live performances and exclusive content. Discover new artists and genres with personalized playlists and curated mixes. Enjoy lyrics, upload your own songs, and listen across multiple devices.
This app is a music player designed for offline listening, offering an ad-free experience and a user-friendly interface. It allows you to organize your music with playlists, import tracks from various sources, and customize song details. Enjoy advanced playback controls and a sleep timer for a seamless listening session.
