Best Now Playing Apps & Games

222+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated June 2026

The best now playing apps on iPhone average 4.5★ across 222+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated June 2026.

Top Picks for Now Playing

Now Playing: Women's Sports#1

Now Playing: Women's Sports by ALPHA PAPA HOTEL LLC

Women's Sports TV Schedules
Editor's Choice
⚽ Sports
4.7(86 ratings)
Free
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This app provides a comprehensive TV and broadcast guide for women's sports, helping you find where to watch any game. Easily browse by sport or league, set reminders, and sync games to your calendar. It covers major leagues and niche sports, ensuring you never miss a match.

NowPlaying: Music Discovery#2

NowPlaying: Music Discovery by Modum B.V.

Find Albums, Artists & Songs
Strong Contender
🎵 Music
4.7(162 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Discover new music and explore albums without algorithmic bias. Get detailed information on songs, artists, and albums, and use your device as a beautiful music display. Earn rewards and connect with streaming services.

Shazam: Find Music & Concerts#3

Shazam: Find Music & Concerts by Apple Inc.

Identify Songs, Live Shows
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.9😊(8.7M ratings)
Free
#5in Music
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Instantly identify music playing around you or in other apps. Discover nearby concerts, lyrics, and videos. Access your music history and get personalized recommendations.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Instant song identification
  • 📚 Extensive music library
  • 🎶 Seamless integration with music apps
  • 🔍 Helpful for discovering new music

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance, fails to identify songs
  • 🔇 Struggles with non-mainstream/classical music
  • 🔒 Sync issues with Apple Music

More Now Playing apps to explore

4
Apple Music
Apple Music
Apple Music
Over 100 million songs.
Free

Access over 100 million songs with high-quality audio and exclusive content. Enjoy personalized playlists, lyrics with translations, and features like AutoMix and Spatial Audio. Sing along with Apple Music Sing and share music with friends.

Unlimited access to 100 million+ songsPersonalized playlists and stationsLyrics with translations and pronunciations
🎵 Music
(2.6M)
free with in-app purchases
5
#Nowplaying - Tweet Your Music
#Nowplaying - Tweet Your Music
#Nowplaying - Tweet Your Music
by Mapnitude Company Limited
Free

Easily share the music you're listening to on social media platforms like X and Bluesky. Include song details, artist, and artwork with a simple tweet. Offers an optional subscription to remove ads.

Share current song on X and BlueskyInclude song name and URLAdd album cover or artwork
🎵 Music
(27)
free with in-app purchases
6
Spotify: Music and Podcasts
Spotify: Music and Podcasts
Spotify: Music and Podcasts
Songs & Playlists For You
Free

Stream millions of free songs and podcasts, create personalized playlists, and discover new music. Upgrade for ad-free listening, offline downloads, and audiobooks.

Stream millions of songs and podcastsCreate and share playlistsPersonalized music recommendations
🎵 Music
(41M)
freemium
7
YouTube
YouTube
YouTube
Videos, Music and Live Streams
Free

Watch and subscribe to a vast array of videos, from music and gaming to news and learning. Discover trending content, connect with creators, and even upload your own videos. Offers options for ad-free viewing and exclusive perks.

Personalized video recommendationsSubscribe to favorite channelsExplore trending and popular content
📷 Photo & Video
(48M)
free with in-app purchases
8
Now-Playing
Now-Playing
Now-Playing
A movies and tv application
Free

Discover new movies and TV shows with personalized recommendations. Rate what you've watched and let AI generate unique viewing suggestions based on your tastes. You can also use custom prompts to guide the AI in finding your next favorite.

Personalized media recommendationsRate watched contentAI-generated watchlists
🎬 Entertainment
(6)
free
9
NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~
NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~
NowPlaying ~ Just launch ~
by Yuya Asamura
Free
🌐 Social Networking
(0)
10
Now Playing
Now Playing
Now Playing
by Apple Distribution International
Free

Control and view media playing on your Apple Watch, iPhone, or connected devices like HomePod and Bluetooth speakers. Easily manage audio playback with relevant controls surfacing on your watch.

Control media on Apple Watch, iPhone, and connected devicesSurface relevant media controls on Apple WatchView currently playing content
🔧 Utilities
(72)
free
11
WidgetPod - Music Widget
WidgetPod - Music Widget
WidgetPod - Music Widget
For Apple Music & Spotify
Free

Enhance your iPhone's Home Screen with customizable music widgets for Apple Music and Spotify. Control playback, display track information in real-time, and personalize your widgets to match your style. Enjoy a seamless visual experience without needing premium subscriptions.

Customizable music widgetsReal-time playback controlsApple Music and Spotify integration
🎵 Music
(769)
free with in-app purchases
12
YouTube Kids
YouTube Kids
YouTube Kids
An app made just for kids
Free

This app offers a safe and engaging video platform for children to explore their interests. Parents can personalize content filters, set screen time limits, and hand-pick videos to ensure a positive viewing experience.

Personalized content filtersAge-based modes (Preschool, Younger, Older)Approved Content Only mode
🎬 Entertainment
(2.7M)
free with in-app purchases
13
Movie App - Movies Now! + TV
Movie App - Movies Now! + TV
Movie App - Movies Now! + TV
TV & Movies Anywhere App Guide
Free

Discover and track films with AI-powered insights. Get real-time hype scores, unbiased AI reviews, and find where to watch movies instantly. Never miss a premiere with release alerts and countdowns.

AI Hype MeterAI Movie ReviewsFollow Favorite Films
🎬 Entertainment
(13K)
subscription
14
PlayFrame for KEF / Sonos
PlayFrame for KEF / Sonos
PlayFrame for KEF / Sonos
See what’s playing on speakers
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
15
Madden NFL 26 Mobile Football
Madden NFL 26 Mobile Football
Madden NFL 26 Mobile Football
Authentic Sports Game Action
Free

Experience authentic NFL action with real-world events and mobile-first visuals. Build your ultimate team of superstars, compete in fast-paced PvP matches, and guide your team through the entire American football season.

Madden VS real-time PvPAuthentic NFL eventsDual Player Cards
🎮 Games
(1.3M)
free with in-app purchases
16
GameLog Now Playing
GameLog Now Playing
GameLog Now Playing
Your game list, simplified
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
17
Tropical Bingo & Slots Games
Tropical Bingo & Slots Games
Tropical Bingo & Slots Games
Live Lotto & Slot Machine App
Free

Enjoy a relaxing bingo experience with tropical island themes. Play in various rooms, offline or online, and compete in tournaments. Features include video bingo, social play, and customizable cards.

Offline and online playLoteria bingo tournamentsVideo bingo mode
🎮 Games
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Now Playing Plus
Now Playing Plus
Now Playing Plus
The missing complications
Free

Enhance your Apple Watch face with convenient audio controls. This app adds corner and circular complications, allowing quick access to playback functions without navigating through menus.

Corner complicationsCircular complicationsAudio controls
🎵 Music
(47)
free
19
Weather NOW: Live Storm Radar
Weather NOW: Live Storm Radar
Weather NOW: Live Storm Radar
Rain, Wind & Severe Alerts
Free
$12.99 | 100% OFF

Get precise weather forecasts and real-time Doppler radar. Plan your day, travel safely, and stay informed about changing conditions with detailed hourly and 14-day predictions, plus severe weather alerts.

Ultra-accurate hourly & 14-day forecastsLive Doppler radarInteractive 3D Earth globe
☀️ Weather
(19K)
free with in-app purchases
20
JustPlay: Earn Loyalty Rewards
JustPlay: Earn Loyalty Rewards
JustPlay: Earn Loyalty Rewards
Earn Rewards or Donate
Free

Earn loyalty points by playing games and completing achievements. Redeem points for real-world rewards from partners like Amazon and PayPal, or donate your earnings to charities. The app doubles your charitable impact through matching donations.

Earn loyalty points by playing gamesRedeem points for rewards every 3 hoursConvert points to Amazon, PayPal, Walmart rewards
🎬 Entertainment
(184K)
free with in-app purchases

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