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Best Sports Podcast Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 245+ sports podcast apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Sports Podcast Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Apple PodcastsApple PodcastsFree4.9★ (2.1M)YesNoAug 2026
2Barstool SportsBarstool SportsFree4.8★ (67K)YesYesAug 2026
3TuneIn Radio: Music & SportsTuneIn Radio: Music & SportsFree4.7★ (1.1M)YesYesAug 2026
4Sports Radio+Sports Radio+Free4.6★ (3.1K)YesNoAug 2026
5Podcast AppPodcast AppFree4.8★ (307K)YesYesAug 2026
6SiriusXM: Music, Sports & NewsSiriusXM: Music, Sports & NewsFree4.8★ (3.1M)YesYesAug 2026
7Hawaii Sports Radio NetworkHawaii Sports Radio NetworkFree——NoJul 2026
8The Athletic: All Sports NewsThe Athletic: All Sports NewsFree4.8★ (235K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Sports Podcast

Apple Podcasts#1

Apple Podcasts by Apple

Audio and video podcasts
Editor's Choice
🎬 Entertainment
4.9😞(2.1M ratings)
FreeAds
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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
Barstool Sports#2

Barstool Sports by Barstool Sports

#VivaLaStool
Strong Contender
⚽ Sports
4.8😐(67K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access live video, podcasts, and blogs from popular internet personalities. Enjoy sports, pop culture, entertainment, and viral videos 24/7. Features original content and hit shows.

What We Love

  • 👍 Entertaining content
  • 🤩 Best sports community app
  • 🤘 Funny and real-world sports coverage

Room to Improve

  • 🤯 Overwhelming ads and pop-ups
  • 🐢 Slow and buggy app performance
  • 🤬 Declining content quality
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports#3

TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports by TuneIn

Listen to News & FM Stations
Worth Considering
🎵 Music
4.7😞(1.1M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#12in Music
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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.

What We Love

  • 🌎 Access to global radio stations
  • 🎧 Wide selection of content
  • 👍 Convenient for listening on-the-go
  • 🚀 Generally stable performance

Room to Improve

  • 🔈 Excessive and repetitive ads
  • 🐛 Frequent playback issues (buffering, skipping, repeating)
  • 💸 Expensive subscription model

More Sports Podcast apps to explore

4
Sports Radio+
Sports Radio+
Sports Radio+
Streaming Sports & Talk Radio
Free

Stream a wide variety of internet sports radio stations directly on your device. Enjoy background audio playback, allowing you to multitask while listening to your favorite sports talk and broadcasts. Discover diverse channels for all your sports audio needs.

Stream internet sports radio stationsBackground audio playbackDiverse selection of channels
⚽ Sports
(3.1K)
ad-supported
5
Podcast App
Podcast App
Podcast App
Player for iPhone
Free

Access millions of podcasts on any topic, from news to true crime. Discover new shows with personalized recommendations and powerful search. Manage your listening history and favorite episodes.

Millions of podcastsPersonalized recommendationsPowerful search and filters
📡 News
(307K)
free with in-app purchases
6
SiriusXM: Music, Sports & News
SiriusXM: Music, Sports & News
SiriusXM: Music, Sports & News
Stream Live Radio & Podcasts
Free

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.

Live radio streamingAd-free music channelsExclusive artist stations
🎵 Music
(3.1M)
free with in-app purchases
7
Hawaii Sports Radio Network
Hawaii Sports Radio Network
Hawaii Sports Radio Network
by Hawaii Sports Radio Network LLC
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
8
The Athletic: All Sports News
The Athletic: All Sports News
The Athletic: All Sports News
Insights, Stats & Highlights
Free

Access in-depth sports news, expert analysis, and live scores for all major leagues and teams. Stay updated with exclusive podcasts, breaking stories, and real-time notifications for football, basketball, soccer, hockey, baseball, and more. Includes a daily sports trivia game.

Exclusive sports news and analysisLive scores and statsIn-depth team and league coverage
⚽ Sports
(235K)
free with in-app purchases
9
SGPN: Sports Gambling Podcast
SGPN: Sports Gambling Podcast
SGPN: Sports Gambling Podcast
Sports Gambling Podcast Net
Free

This app provides sports gambling analysis, opinions, and free picks for various sports. It offers insights into betting strategies, news, and handicapping information for both novice and experienced gamblers.

Sports gambling analysisSports wagering opinionsFree sports betting picks
⚽ Sports
(147)
free
10
Audacy: Radio & Sports Talk
Audacy: Radio & Sports Talk
Audacy: Radio & Sports Talk
Your Stations, News, Podcasts
Free

Access your favorite radio stations, live sports talk, news, and podcasts all in one free application. Enjoy on-demand content, exclusive extras, and save your preferred audio for later listening.

Live sports talk and play-by-playLocal and national news radioOn-demand music stations
🎵 Music
(92K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Sports and Stuff
Sports and Stuff
Sports and Stuff
Great Sports & Entertainment!
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
12
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports
TuneIn Radio: Music & Sports
Live News, Local FM Stations
$9.99

Access over 100,000 live AM/FM radio stations, news, sports, music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Enjoy personalized content and exclusive features with an optional premium subscription.

100,000+ live AM/FM radio stationsLive news from top sourcesLive sports coverage
🎵 Music
(57K)
free with in-app purchases
13
The Volume Network
The Volume Network
The Volume Network
by Connected Television Group
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
14
World Sports Broadcasting
World Sports Broadcasting
World Sports Broadcasting
by WSBN TV
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
15
98.5 The Sports Hub
98.5 The Sports Hub
98.5 The Sports Hub
by Beasley Broadcast Group
Free

This app brings Boston sports fans the ultimate experience, offering live game broadcasts and access to favorite shows. Stay connected with your teams, including the Patriots, Celtics, Bruins, and Revolution, all from your mobile device.

Live game broadcastsAccess to favorite showsNew England Patriots coverage
🎵 Music
(9.9K)
ad-supported
16
WaterCooler Sports
WaterCooler Sports
WaterCooler Sports
by JADLYN JERJUAN ELWORTH SMITH
Free

Stay instantly informed about major sports moments and join conversations with curated, real-time updates. This community-driven platform delivers fast highlights and discussions, focusing on sports with strong moderation to filter out irrelevant content.

Real-time highlights and summariesCommunity-driven content feedPersonalized team and league updates
⚽ Sports
(2)
free
17
WEEI Sports App
WEEI Sports App
WEEI Sports App
WEEI Sports Boston App
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
18
Podcasts: App
Podcasts: App
Podcasts: App
Podcasts
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)
19
Replayd: The Social Sports App
Replayd: The Social Sports App
Replayd: The Social Sports App
Reviews, Live Scores, Fixtures
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
20
Vurvo: Sports News & Videos
Vurvo: Sports News & Videos
Vurvo: Sports News & Videos
Videos, Podcasts, News Daily
Free

Consolidate all your NFL team's content into a single app. Get news, podcasts, highlights, live scores, and breaking alerts tailored to your chosen team. Ask for quick fantasy advice and stay updated on every game.

Team-specific news feedIntegrated team podcastsYouTube highlights
⚽ Sports
(22)
free

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FAQ about Sports Podcast

What are the best sports podcast apps for iPhone?
Apple Podcasts tops our sports podcast apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 2.1M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top sports podcast apps we rank are free to download, including Apple Podcasts and Barstool Sports.
Apple Podcasts shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 245+ sports podcast apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
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.
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.