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Best Public Broadcasting App

241+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

KZYX Public Broadcasting App is the household name in public broadcasting app, but it's far from the only option. We track 241+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Public Broadcasting App (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1KZYX Public Broadcasting AppKZYX Public Broadcasting AppFree4.9★ (31)NoNoAug 2026
2Maine Public Broadcasting AppMaine Public Broadcasting AppFree4.7★ (294)NoNoSep 2026
3WXXI Public Media AppWXXI Public Media AppFree4.3★ (82)NoNoSep 2026
4MPB Public Media AppMPB Public Media AppFree4.8★ (93)NoNoJul 2026
5WVPB Public Media AppWVPB Public Media AppFree4.7★ (78)NoNoAug 2026
6WBAA Public Radio AppWBAA Public Radio AppFree4.4★ (28)NoNoJul 2026
7The Connecticut Public AppThe Connecticut Public AppFree4.4★ (83)NoNoJul 2026
8WABE Public BroadcastingWABE Public BroadcastingFree4.0★ (216)NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Public Broadcasting App

Maine Public Broadcasting App#2

Maine Public Broadcasting App by MAINE PUBLIC BROADCASTING CORPORATION

Strong Contender
📡 News
4.7😊(294 ratings)
Free
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Access live radio and TV streams, on-demand programming, and schedules for your favorite Maine Public content. Enjoy DVR-like controls for live and on-demand viewing, background listening, and program reminders. Explore related web content and easily share programs.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
  • 🎵 High-quality audio and clear sound
  • 📱 Convenient access to Maine Public Radio anywhere
  • 🌍 Ability to stay connected while traveling or living away
  • 🎧 Excellent classical music programming
  • 📰 Reliable access to news and current events
  • ⚡ Fast streaming compared to other apps
  • 🎯 Comprehensive content with multiple formats in one place
  • 🔄 Improved design and format updates
  • 💪 Reliable and dependable service

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing
  • 🔄 Content repeats and rewinds unexpectedly
  • 📡 False 'no network' error messages despite active connection
  • ⏸️ Cannot pause and resume after extended breaks
  • 🎬 Lengthy introductory blurbs and underwriting credits
  • 🔙 Inability to rewind to beginning of shows
  • 🗂️ Difficult navigation and outdated design
  • 📺 Limited archived content (excerpts instead of full programs)
  • 🔐 Requires frequent reinstallation to maintain functionality
  • 📞 Poor or unresponsive customer support

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FAQ about Public Broadcasting App

What is the best public broadcasting app for iPhone?
KZYX Public Broadcasting App tops our public broadcasting app ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 31 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top public broadcasting app we rank are free to download, including KZYX Public Broadcasting App and Maine Public Broadcasting App.
KZYX Public Broadcasting App has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 241+ public broadcasting app on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The KZYX app allows you to listen to live KZYX radio, pause and rewind the stream, access archived shows, view the program schedule, and use an alarm clock to wake up to KZYX. You can also easily support KZYX through donations.
The app primarily focuses on live streaming and accessing archived shows, which require an internet connection. Offline listening is not a stated feature in the app's description.

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