Best RSS Audio Apps

240+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating

17 free apps

Updated August 2026

Whether you're new to rss audio or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 240+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top RSS Audio Apps (August 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Apple Podcasts	Free	4.9★ (2.1M)	Yes	No	Aug 2026
2	Banana RSS Player	$0.99	4.0★ (8)	No	No	Aug 2026
3	RSSRadio	Free	—	No	Yes	Aug 2026
4	Podcast Player - Video & RSS	Free	4.7★ (2.2K)	Yes	Yes	Aug 2026
5	NetNewsWire: RSS Reader	Free	4.8★ (877)	No	No	Aug 2026
6	Podbean Podcast App & Player	Free	4.8★ (54K)	Yes	Yes	Aug 2026
7	RSS Video Player	Free	3.8★ (6)	No	Yes	Aug 2026
8	RSS CONNECT	Free	—	No	No	May 2026

Top Picks for RSS Audio

#1

Apple Podcasts by Apple

Audio and video podcasts

Editor's Choice

🎬 Entertainment

4.9😞(2.1M ratings)

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Discover and listen to a vast library of podcasts that entertain, inform, and inspire. Get personalized recommendations and curated collections to explore new shows. Seamlessly sync your listening progress across all your Apple devices.

What We Love

🚀 Seamless integration with Apple ecosystem
🎨 Sleek and modern user interface
💯 Vast library of podcast content
🔍 Helpful podcast discovery features

Room to Improve

🐛 Buggy and unreliable playback
🤯 Confusing and unintuitive navigation
🔀 Inconsistent episode ordering and playlist management

#2

Banana RSS Player by 秀华李

Play audio/video in RSS feed

Strong Contender

🔧 Utilities

4.0(8 ratings)

$0.99

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This app allows you to play audio and video content directly from RSS feeds. It supports enclosure media, making it easy to consume podcasts and video streams.

#3

RSSRadio by Mitsuhiro Hashimoto

RSS Voice Player

Worth Considering

📡 News

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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More RSS Audio apps to explore

Podcast Player - Video & RSS

Podcast Player - Video & RSS

Watch & Listen to Podcasts App

This app offers advanced podcast playback with features like silence removal, audio enhancement, and cross-device syncing. It helps organize listening, discover new shows, and provides flexible playback options for both audio and video podcasts.

Silence remover for audioAudio enhancement with DSP effectsCross-device syncing with iCloud

free with in-app purchases

NetNewsWire: RSS Reader

NetNewsWire: RSS Reader

More news, less junk. Faster.

This app aggregates articles from your favorite blogs and news sites, offering a faster and more organized way to consume content. It provides control over your news feed, eliminating the need to visit multiple websites or rely on social media algorithms. Enjoy a streamlined reading experience with customizable features and syncing capabilities.

Direct feed downloadingiCloud and third-party syncingCustomizable article themes

Podbean Podcast App & Player

Podbean Podcast App & Player

Your podcast app for iPhone

Discover, download, and listen to millions of podcast episodes, audiobooks, and relaxation sounds. Enhance your listening with intelligent playback features, customizable playlists, and an integrated audio recorder for creating your own content. Stay updated with new episode notifications and automatic downloads.

Podcast discovery and recommendationsOffline playback via downloadCustomizable playlists

free with in-app purchases

RSS Video Player

RSS Video Player

Podcast video player

Play videos directly from RSS video feeds using this player. It supports background playback, allowing you to enjoy content while using other apps. Easily access and manage your favorite video feeds.

Play videos from RSS feedsSupports RSS 2.0 media enclosure tagBackground playback

🎬 Entertainment

free with in-app purchases

Multi Room Audio System

NPR: National & Local News

NPR: National & Local News

Podcasts. Live Radio. Music.

Access breaking news, in-depth stories, and personalized audio streams from public radio. Discover podcasts, enjoy live music performances, and stream radio content from across the country. Enhance your listening experience with smart features and support public media.

Personalized news and story streamsCurated podcast libraryLive music performances (Tiny Desk Concerts)

free with in-app purchases

Mixlr - Social Live Audio

Mixlr - Social Live Audio

Discover and listen to live audio streams and recordings from a variety of creators, including sports teams, musicians, and podcasters. Engage with the community through chat and receive notifications for live events. Explore and find new audio content to enjoy.

Listen to live and recorded audioChat with other listenersReceive live event notifications

🎬 Entertainment

Simple RSS Reader

Simple RSS Reader

by Mario Alejandro Ramos Perez

This utility app offers a clean and simple interface for reading the latest news and information from RSS feeds. Easily share your favorite articles via social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter.

Clean and clear interfaceFast and easy to useShare news via Twitter or Facebook

Legi (RSS Feed Reader)

Legi (RSS Feed Reader)

RSS Reader with Speech Output

This app aggregates news and articles from your favorite websites into one place. It offers a comfortable reading experience with customizable settings and can even read articles aloud for hands-free consumption.

RSS feed aggregationSpeech output for articlesFull-text reading mode

Audtra—audio social network

Audtra—audio social network

Dictate your legacy.

Share your thoughts and insights with your network through auto-transcribed audio messages. Discover what's happening with an audio search engine and vocal trend map, all while protecting your privacy.

Auto-transcribed audio messagesPersonalized favorites-only feedAudio search engine

🌐 Social Networking

free with in-app purchases

DeeVee: Audio Stories Search

DeeVee: Audio Stories Search

AI-Powered Audio Discovery

Discover audio stories using AI that understands your mood and preferences. Access a vast library of content, create playlists, and save favorites. Enjoy background playback and a sleep timer for a seamless listening experience.

AI-powered natural language searchMood-based content matchingComprehensive audio story library

🎬 Entertainment

free with in-app purchases

Speak News - RSS news reader

Speak News - RSS news reader

$12.99 | 23% OFF

This app reads news stories from various sources aloud using text-to-speech. It offers hands-free listening, offline access, and customizable display options. Seamlessly integrate with Siri for voice commands and enjoy a personalized news experience.

Text-to-speech news readingSiri integration for hands-free controlOffline story access

SmartRSS: RSS Reader & Podcast

SmartRSS: RSS Reader & Podcast

AI RSS Reader & Podcast & TTS

This app offers an intelligent RSS reading experience with AI-powered article summaries and text-to-speech functionality. It synchronizes across multiple platforms and services, providing a clean, customizable interface for modern content consumption.

AI-powered article summariesNatural text-to-speech audioCross-platform synchronization

📰 Magazines & Newspapers

by Elias Panfilow

This app allows you to read news from various channels directly on your device without relying on external web services. It downloads and stores feed updates locally for offline reading and supports easy migration with OPML file import/export.

RSS, Atom, and JSON feed supportOffline feed storageOPML import/export for migration

Quick RSS - RSS Reader

Quick RSS - RSS Reader

Private RSS Reader

This application helps users effortlessly manage and read their favorite RSS feeds from news websites and blogs. It offers a private and intuitive experience, allowing for customization of subscriptions and notifications for efficient information retrieval.

Supports multiple RSS feedsLightweight and efficientCustomizable subscriptions

Let It Play - Audio layer

Let It Play - Audio layer

Audio: news, blogs, podcasts

This app transforms internet content into audio, allowing users to listen to news, blogs, articles, and more. It aims to make the vast majority of online information accessible through sound, ideal for multitasking.

Audio content from the internetNews digestsBlog summaries

Nuotit — Private Audio Player

Nuotit — Private Audio Player

Better Sound, Smarter Play

📊 Productivity

FAQ about RSS Audio

What are the best rss audio apps for iPhone?

Apple Podcasts tops our rss audio apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 2.1M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free rss audio apps for iPhone?

Yes — 17 of the top rss audio apps we rank are free to download, including Apple Podcasts and RSSRadio.

Does Apple Podcasts have ads or in-app purchases?

Apple Podcasts shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.

How many rss audio apps are on the App Store?

We track 240+ rss audio apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What is this app?

This application is a platform for discovering, listening to, and managing podcasts. It offers a wide range of audio content that can entertain, inform, and inspire users. You can explore new shows, follow your favorites, and enjoy content both online and offline.

What are the key features of this app?

Key features include the ability to listen and watch podcasts, download episodes for offline playback, and receive personalized recommendations. It also offers Top Charts, curated collections, seamless syncing across Apple devices, customizable playback controls, and access to subscriber-only content.