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Best Railroad Radio Apps & Games

206+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

OpenMHz is the household name in railroad radio, but it's far from the only option. We track 206+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Railroad Radio Apps & Games (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1OpenMHzOpenMHzFree3.9★ (110)NoNoJul 2026
2SiriusXM: Music, Sports & NewsSiriusXM: Music, Sports & NewsFree4.8★ (3M)YesYesJul 2026
3Rail Crossing LocatorRail Crossing LocatorFree2.6★ (153)NoNoJul 2026
4MyUPRRMyUPRRFree4.5★ (170)NoNoJul 2026
5Radio App - Simple Radio TunerRadio App - Simple Radio TunerFree4.3★ (13K)NoYesJul 2026
6Pocket Trains: Railroad TycoonPocket Trains: Railroad TycoonFree4.7★ (3.1K)YesYesJul 2026
7Old Time Radio StreamerOld Time Radio StreamerFree4.6★ (752)NoNoMay 2026
8Radio Tuner - Live FM StationsRadio Tuner - Live FM StationsFree4.5★ (3.9K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Railroad Radio

OpenMHz#1

OpenMHz by Luke Berndt

Listen to Police & Fire radio
Editor's Choice
📡 News
3.9😐(110 ratings)
Free
#61in News
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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.

What We Love

  • 💰 Completely free with no ads or subscriptions
  • 🎙️ Access to hard-to-find radio channels and frequencies
  • 📚 Archive feature allows listening to past calls and events
  • 🎯 Ability to select specific talk groups and agencies

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
  • 🔄 Data not refreshing or getting stuck on old timestamps
  • 📵 App stops working after a few days of use
SiriusXM: Music, Sports & News#2

SiriusXM: Music, Sports & News by Sirius XM Radio, LLC

Stream Live Radio & Podcasts
Strong Contender
🎵 Music
4.8😞(3M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#8in Music
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Stream live radio, ad-free music, podcasts, news, sports, and comedy. Discover exclusive artist stations, live game coverage, and top talk shows. Enjoy personalized recommendations and seamless listening at home or on the go.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Lightning-fast streaming
  • 🎨 Variety of music/content
  • 🔋 Reliable offline listening
  • 💡 Customizable favorites

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy app with crashes
  • 🤖 Poor navigation and UI
  • 🔍 Difficult to find content

More Railroad Radio apps to explore

4
MyUPRR
MyUPRR
MyUPRR
by Union Pacific Railroad
Free

Manage and track your rail shipments with real-time updates and notifications. Create, review, and update service issues directly from your mobile device. This app is exclusively for current Union Pacific customers with a MyUPRR User ID.

Manage rail shipmentsView shipment status and locationReceive shipment notifications
💼 Business
(170)
free
5
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
6
Pocket Trains: Railroad Tycoon
Pocket Trains: Railroad Tycoon
Pocket Trains: Railroad Tycoon
Railroad Empire Tycoon
Free

Build and manage your own railroad empire by transporting cargo globally. Collect parts to construct a variety of train types, from classic Steamers to modern Diesels. Participate in daily events to unlock unique and imaginative trains.

Manage multiple railroadsHaul cargo worldwideCollect train parts
🎮 Games
(3.1K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Old Time Radio Streamer
Old Time Radio Streamer
Old Time Radio Streamer
by Oddsock
Free

Listen to Old Time Radio (OTR) streams with a simple and straightforward interface. Enjoy ad-free content and a convenient fade-out timer for listening before sleep.

Listen to OTR streamsSimple user interfaceAd-free experience
🎵 Music
(752)
free
8
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
9
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
10
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
11
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
12
Radio Spirits
Radio Spirits
Radio Spirits
Old time radio
Free

Listen to classic radio shows from the Golden Age of Radio for free. Access an archive of recent shows and enjoy popular series. An optional subscription unlocks a vast library of thousands of on-demand programs.

Listen to Golden Age of Radio showsArchive of recent showsSubscription for more programs
🎬 Entertainment
(602)
free with in-app purchases
13
Vintage Radio™
Vintage Radio™
Vintage Radio™
The First Old Time Radio App
Free

Explore a vast collection of classic old-time radio shows from the Golden Age. Enjoy thousands of free episodes or unlock an extensive library with a subscription. Organize your listening with playlists and download episodes for offline playback.

Massive old-time radio libraryBrowse by genre or seriesCreate unlimited playlists
🎬 Entertainment
(171)
freemium
14
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
15
Train Station: Classic
Train Station: Classic
Train Station: Classic
Cargo Transit Railroad Tycoon
Free

Manage your own train station, collect thousands of real-life trains, and fulfill cargo contracts. Build and decorate your station, compete with friends, and discover train stories. Enjoy regular updates and seasonal events.

Collect thousands of real-life trainsManage and build your train stationFulfill cargo contracts and earn rewards
🎮 Games
(2.9K)
free with in-app purchases
16
ZenoRadio
ZenoRadio
ZenoRadio
by ZenoFon Inc
Free

Discover and listen to your favorite radio stations globally. Stream directly or use a phone number to conserve data. Features an ever-growing list of stations and countries, making it simple to connect with home radio.

Listen to radio stations worldwideFind stations by countryStream audio
🎬 Entertainment
(19K)
ad-supported
17
Radio FM & AM !
Radio FM & AM !
Radio FM & AM !
listen online to live radio
Free

Stream live radio stations from around the world, both FM and AM. Easily discover popular local and international stations, or search by genre and mood. Listen while using other apps.

Listen to live FM/AM radioAccess thousands of global stationsPowerful search engine
🎵 Music
(10K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Vintage Radio Lite
Vintage Radio Lite
Vintage Radio Lite
by Orion Internet Services, LLC
Free

Listen to thousands of classic radio episodes from the Golden Age of Radio, featuring a wide variety of genres. Enjoy hours of ad-free entertainment with this curated collection of yesteryear's best shows.

Over 1,000 classic radio episodes100 different programsAd-free listening experience
🎬 Entertainment
(14)
freemium
19
Radio - USA
Radio - USA
Radio - USA
Best radio app in USA
Free

Access over 30,000 radio stations from 200 countries worldwide. Stream your favorite music, news, and talk shows with this comprehensive radio application.

30,000+ radio stationsStations from 200 countriesGlobal music streaming
🎬 Entertainment
(110)
free with in-app purchases
20
ooTunes Radio: Record & Alarm
ooTunes Radio: Record & Alarm
ooTunes Radio: Record & Alarm
Versatile ad-free radio player
$4.99

Access a vast global library of internet radio stations, including music, talk, and sports. Record live broadcasts, set alarms, and enjoy features like album art and YouTube integration.

Global radio station databaseRecord live broadcastsSet wake-up alarms
🎵 Music
(257)
paid

FAQ about Railroad Radio

What are the best railroad radio apps & games for iPhone?
OpenMHz tops our railroad radio apps & games ranking as of July 2026, with a 3.9-star average from 110 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top railroad radio apps & games we rank are free to download, including OpenMHz and SiriusXM: Music, Sports & News.
OpenMHz has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 206+ railroad radio apps & games on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This application allows you to listen live to police and fire radio broadcasts from numerous locations across the United States. It provides access to over 225 different city, county, and state radio systems.
Key features include live streaming of police and fire radios, a 30-day archive to listen to past transmissions, and access to over 225 radio systems. It also offers an ad-free experience with no in-app purchases.