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Best Radio Receiver Apps

221+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Looking for free radio receiver apps? 19 of our 221+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Top Picks for Radio Receiver

RadioApp - A Simple Radio App#1

RadioApp - A Simple Radio App by Firetruck Productions Ltd.

FM/AM Home & Car World Tuner
Editor's Choice
🎵 Music
4.6😊(67K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#48in Music
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Discover global radio stations with a stylish, analog-inspired interface. Features include automatic song identification, live rewind, and seamless CarPlay integration. Enjoy weather updates and personalized station management.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
  • 🚀 Smooth and reliable performance
  • 🌍 Wide selection of global radio stations
  • 💡 Nostalgic radio tuning sound effects

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connection issues and station unavailability
  • 🔋 Potential battery drain
  • 💰 Subscription model may be too expensive for some users
Radio - Receiver#2

Radio - Receiver by appsolute GmbH

AM, FM, Internet Online Tuner
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
4.7😊(1K ratings)
$3.99
#42in Entertainment
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Stream over 40,000 radio stations and 25,000 podcasts from around the world. Features include a radio alarm clock, sleep timer, and the ability to add your own streams. Enjoy high-quality audio and personalized listening experiences.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great selection of radio stations
  • 🚀 Seamless syncing across devices
  • 💡 Ability to add custom streams
  • 👍 Simple and easy-to-use interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with loading/buffering
  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior on Apple Watch
  • 🐛 Inability to see volume level while adjusting
Simple Radio - FM AM Stations#3

Simple Radio - FM AM Stations by Streema, Inc.

Listen to Music, Sports & News
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.7😊(517K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#56in Music
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Listen to over 90,000 AM, FM, and online radio stations worldwide. Save your favorites for one-tap access and enjoy a reliable streaming experience. Discover new music, stay updated with news, or practice languages with this versatile radio tuner.

What We Love

  • 🌐 Wide variety of radio stations
  • 🎧 Excellent audio quality
  • 📱 Easy to use interface
  • 🌍 Access to global radio stations

Room to Improve

  • 🔇 Audio cuts out or disconnects
  • 💰 Expensive premium subscription
  • 📺 Intrusive ads in free version

More Radio Receiver apps to explore

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Radio App - Simple Radio Tuner
Radio App - Simple Radio Tuner
Radio App - Simple Radio Tuner
FM & AM Radio around the World
Free

Stream local and international FM/AM radio stations from around the world. Access over 100,000 stations covering music, sports, news, and more. Save favorites and listen in the background.

Stream radio from over 200 countriesAccess 10,000+ US radio stationsOver 100,000 worldwide stations
🔧 Utilities
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Radio App: Simple AM, FM Tuner
Radio App: Simple AM, FM Tuner
Radio App: Simple AM, FM Tuner
My Music, Local Stations Live
Free

Access a wide variety of live radio stations, including local news, music, and sports. Easily set up favorites and switch between stations with a simple interface. Enjoy radio on the go with features like lock screen control and efficient data usage.

Vast array of radio stationsSimple car radio-like interfaceFast station switching
🎵 Music
(226)
free with in-app purchases
6
Radio Garden Live
Radio Garden Live
Radio Garden Live
Listen to worldwide live radio
Free

Explore and listen to thousands of live radio stations from around the world. Simply rotate a globe to discover stations broadcasting from different cities and towns. Enjoy a seamless international radio experience with continuous playback, even when your device is asleep.

Global radio station discoveryInteractive globe interfaceLive streaming audio
🎵 Music
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Police Scanner Radio & Fire
Police Scanner Radio & Fire
Police Scanner Radio & Fire
Live Breaking News & Alerts
Free

Listen to live police, fire, and emergency radio broadcasts from around the world. Receive breaking news alerts and stay informed about local events and major national incidents in real time.

Live police and fire scanner broadcastsBreaking news alertsLocal and national event updates
📡 News
(523K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Satellite channels
Satellite channels
Satellite channels
Satellite TV and radio
Free

Access a comprehensive global directory of television and radio stations, along with detailed satellite information. This app helps you find and set up channels on your satellite receiver by filtering through extensive data.

Worldwide TV satellite catalogWorldwide TV and radio station catalogFilter by location, satellite, language, or station
🔍 Reference
(253)
free
9
Radio Tuner - Live FM Stations
Radio Tuner - Live FM Stations
Radio Tuner - Live FM Stations
Online Radio Tuner FM Stations
Free

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
🎵 Music
(3.9K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Radio: Live FM AM
Radio: Live FM AM
Radio: Live FM AM
Digital Radio Tuner
Free

Stream live FM and AM radio stations from around the globe with this intuitive digital tuner. Save your favorites, set a sleep timer, and control playback from your lock screen. Enjoy a modern interface for effortless listening.

Listen to worldwide radio stationsFavorites listSleep timer
🎵 Music
(1.5K)
free with in-app purchases
11
OpenMHz
OpenMHz
OpenMHz
Listen to Police & Fire radio
Free

Access live police and fire radio broadcasts from across the United States. Enjoy an ad-free experience with a 30-day archive to review past transmissions. Explore over 225 city, county, and state radio systems.

Live police and fire radio streams30-day transmission archiveOver 225 US radio systems
📡 News
(110)
free
12
Radio +ㅤ
Radio +ㅤ
Radio +ㅤ
Local stations tuner
Free

Access over 40,000 radio stations globally with a visually engaging 3D globe interface. Discover new music, identify songs, and enjoy seamless playback across multiple devices and with friends. Save your favorites and explore local and popular stations.

40,000+ global radio stations3D Globe station explorationSong detection (Shazam support)
🎵 Music
(23K)
subscription
13
radio.net - radio and podcast
radio.net - radio and podcast
radio.net - radio and podcast
Radio & Podcast Streaming
Free

Access over 60,000 radio stations and millions of podcasts in one free application. Stream live broadcasts, download episodes for offline listening, and discover new content with advanced search and categorization. Enjoy personalized recommendations and manage your favorites easily.

60,000+ radio stations2.2 million+ podcastsStream or download episodes
🎵 Music
(68K)
free with in-app purchases
14
TuneIn Radio: Sports & Music
TuneIn Radio: Sports & Music
TuneIn Radio: Sports & Music
Listen to News & FM Stations
Free

Access over 100,000 live radio stations worldwide, plus exclusive news, sports, music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Enjoy personalized streams and on-demand content across all your devices.

100,000+ live AM/FM radio stationsExclusive news, sports, music, podcasts, audiobooksApple Music Radio streaming
🎵 Music
(1.1M)
free with in-app purchases
15
myTuner Radio App Australia
myTuner Radio App Australia
myTuner Radio App Australia
Digital FM AM, Local Stations
Free

Access over 50,000 live radio stations from 200+ countries and territories, plus over 1 million podcasts. Enjoy music, news, sports, and more with features like playlists, background listening, and Air-Play support.

50,000+ live radio stationsStations from 200+ countries1 million+ podcasts
🎵 Music
(241K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Ham Radio Prep
Ham Radio Prep
Ham Radio Prep
Ham Radio License Study App
Free

Prepare for your ham radio license exams with comprehensive study materials. Access video lessons, track your progress, and take practice tests designed to mirror the official FCC exams for all three license levels.

Covers all 3 license levelsPremium video lessonsProgress tracking per lesson
📚 Education
(2.1K)
free with in-app purchases
17
FM Radio - AM, FM, Radio Tuner
FM Radio - AM, FM, Radio Tuner
FM Radio - AM, FM, Radio Tuner
FM & AM Radio around the World
Free

Stream thousands of live FM and AM radio stations from around the world. Enjoy music, news, sports, and more with a classic interface and easy station search. Save favorites and use a sleep timer for a personalized listening experience.

Thousands of global radio stationsSearch by station or genreAdd stations to favorites
🎵 Music
(3.7K)
subscription
18
Desi Radio - Indian Stations
Desi Radio - Indian Stations
Desi Radio - Indian Stations
The No.1 Indian Radio App
Free

Listen to a vast collection of Indian radio stations worldwide with features like rewind, pause, and forward. Set alarms to wake up to your favorite stations or use the timer to fall asleep to music. Customize the app's appearance and easily search for stations.

Rewind, Pause, Forward playbackAlarm and Timer functionsCustomizable Themes
🎬 Entertainment
(1.8K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Oldies Radio+
Oldies Radio+
Oldies Radio+
Streaming Radio Music Player
Free

Stream a vast collection of internet radio stations dedicated to oldies music from the 50s, 60s, 70s, and beyond. Enjoy background audio playback while you multitask. Explore diverse channels featuring classic rock, big band, soul, and more.

Extensive oldies radio station selectionBackground audio playbackDiverse channel categories
🎵 Music
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Radio FM: Music, News & Sports
Radio FM: Music, News & Sports
Radio FM: Music, News & Sports
Internet & Broadcast Stations
Free

Stream thousands of live online radio stations, popular podcasts, and drama shows. Discover music, news, sports, and more from over 190 genres worldwide. Features include a sleep timer, alarm clock, and car mode for a seamless listening experience.

Stream live radio stations worldwideListen to popular podcastsDiscover drama shows
🎵 Music
(89K)
free with in-app purchases

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