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Best Transistor Radio Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our transistor radio list covers 249+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Transistor Radio Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1RadioApp - A Simple Radio AppRadioApp - A Simple Radio AppFree4.6★ (67K)NoYesAug 2026
2Simple Radio - FM AM StationsSimple Radio - FM AM StationsFree4.7★ (525K)NoYesAug 2026
3Radio App - Simple Radio TunerRadio App - Simple Radio TunerFree4.3★ (13K)NoYesAug 2026
4Radio Garden LiveRadio Garden LiveFree4.6★ (2.3K)YesYesAug 2026
5radio.net - AM FM Radio Tunerradio.net - AM FM Radio TunerFree4.7★ (69K)YesYesAug 2026
6VibeSDRVibeSDR$2.99—NoNoAug 2026
7Police Scanner + Fire RadioPolice Scanner + Fire RadioFree4.6★ (13K)NoYesAug 2026
8Radio Channel Sixties FM Online StreamingRadio Channel Sixties FM Online StreamingFree5.0★ (1)NoYesMay 2026

Top Picks for Transistor Radio

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
#44in 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
Simple Radio - FM AM Stations#2

Simple Radio - FM AM Stations by Streema, Inc.

Listen to Music, Sports & News
Strong Contender
🎵 Music
4.7😊(525K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#54in 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
Radio App - Simple Radio Tuner#3

Radio App - Simple Radio Tuner by TCV Technology Company Limited

FM & AM Radio around the World
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.3😐(13K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Simple and straightforward
  • 👍 Able to find local radio stations
  • 🚀 Extremely simple and easy to use
  • 👍 Excellent music station

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Many stations not working or missing
  • 🔒 Requires premium for full access
  • 🔋 Too many ads

More Transistor Radio apps to explore

4
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
(2.3K)
free with in-app purchases
5
radio.net - AM FM Radio Tuner
radio.net - AM FM Radio Tuner
radio.net - AM FM Radio Tuner
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
(69K)
free with in-app purchases
6
VibeSDR
VibeSDR
VibeSDR
Software Defined Radio
$2.99

This app acts as a versatile receiver client for various software-defined radio servers. It offers advanced display, tuning, and audio features, along with on-device decoders and voice control for a comprehensive radio experience.

Connects to multiple SDR server protocolsGPU-rendered waterfall and spectrum displayNative background audio playback
🔧 Utilities
(0)
paid
7
Police Scanner + Fire Radio
Police Scanner + Fire Radio
Police Scanner + Fire Radio
Police, Fire, ATC, AM/FM Radio
Free

Access live audio feeds from police, fire, EMS, and other public safety services. Discover active events, record broadcasts, and rewind live streams. Enjoy a vast collection of stations with background playback and personalized favorites.

Largest collection of AM/FM, police, fire, EMS, and other stationsView active events and current station audioRecord stations for playback and sharing
📡 News
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Radio Channel Sixties FM Online Streaming
Radio Channel Sixties FM Online Streaming
Radio Channel Sixties FM Online Streaming
by Kai Hoeher
Free

Stream your favorite radio stations from the 1960s worldwide. Enjoy a simple interface with background music support, perfect for listening anywhere with an internet connection.

Top 60s radio stationsGlobal streamingAirplay support
🎵 Music
(1)
free
9
Radio Channel Hawaii FM Online Streaming
Radio Channel Hawaii FM Online Streaming
Radio Channel Hawaii FM Online Streaming
by Kai Hoeher
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
10
UK Radios - access all British Radios FREE!
UK Radios - access all British Radios FREE!
UK Radios - access all British Radios FREE!
by Valentin Collin
Free

Access a vast collection of British radio stations for free. Enjoy all music genres, podcasts, and audiobooks in one convenient application. Discover your favorite artists and songs with this comprehensive music finder.

Access to all British radio stationsFree music, podcasts, and audiobooksSupports all music genres
🎵 Music
(1)
free
11
Turkey Radio - access all Radios in Türkiye FREE!
Turkey Radio - access all Radios in Türkiye FREE!
Turkey Radio - access all Radios in Türkiye FREE!
by Valentin Collin
Free

Access a wide variety of Turkish radio stations for free. Enjoy music, podcasts, and audiobooks across numerous genres, all in one convenient application. Discover your favorite artists and songs with this comprehensive radio finder.

Access to all Turkish radio stationsSupports various music genresIncludes podcasts and audiobooks
🎵 Music
(0)
free
12
EVOX Radio
EVOX Radio
EVOX Radio
by SIU KEUNG CHAN
Free
🎬 Entertainment
(0)
13
Radios Bosna i Hercegovina BA вести, музика, Бвин
Radios Bosna i Hercegovina BA вести, музика, Бвин
Radios Bosna i Hercegovina BA вести, музика, Бвин
by Thomas Gesland
Free
📡 News
(0)
14
Radiara - FM & Internet Radio
Radiara - FM & Internet Radio
Radiara - FM & Internet Radio
Live Local Stations & Tuner
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
15
AMRT Amateur Radio RF Toolkit
AMRT Amateur Radio RF Toolkit
AMRT Amateur Radio RF Toolkit
Ham antenna & VSWR calculators
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
16
Greek Radio Free - ραδιόφωνο Ελλάδα gratis!
Greek Radio Free - ραδιόφωνο Ελλάδα gratis!
Greek Radio Free - ραδιόφωνο Ελλάδα gratis!
by Valentin Collin
Free

Access a wide variety of Greek radio stations for free. Enjoy music, podcasts, and audiobooks across numerous genres. Discover all your favorite artists and songs in one convenient application.

Access to all Greek radio stationsStream music, podcasts, and audiobooksSupports various music genres
🎵 Music
(1)
free
17
Spanish Radio - access all Radios in España FREE!
Spanish Radio - access all Radios in España FREE!
Spanish Radio - access all Radios in España FREE!
by Valentin Collin
Free

Access a wide variety of Spanish radio stations for free. Enjoy music, podcasts, and audiobooks across numerous genres, all in one convenient application.

Access to all Spanish radio stationsFree music, podcasts, and audiobooksSupports various music genres
🎵 Music
(1)
free
18
Ham Radio Log: POTA & QSO
Ham Radio Log: POTA & QSO
Ham Radio Log: POTA & QSO
Logbook for POTA, SOTA & DX
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
19
T25CL Radio
T25CL Radio
T25CL Radio
by Andre Ward
Free

This app offers a 24/7 radio stream featuring a diverse range of music genres including Jazz, R&B, Blues, Gospel, Soul, West African, and Hip-Hop. Listeners can enjoy music from independent artists and provide feedback on their listening experience.

24/7 music streamingDiverse music genresIndependent artist features
🎬 Entertainment
(3)
ad-supported
20
Radio Messenger
Radio Messenger
Radio Messenger
Off-grid messaging over radio
Free

Communicate off-grid using amateur radio frequencies. Send messages, files, photos, and locations without cellular service. Supports APRS and enhanced direct messaging modes.

Off-grid messagingAPRS messagingEnhanced messaging
🔧 Utilities
(2)
freemium

FAQ about Transistor Radio

What are the best transistor radio apps for iPhone?
RadioApp - A Simple Radio App tops our transistor radio apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 67K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top transistor radio apps we rank are free to download, including RadioApp - A Simple Radio App and Simple Radio - FM AM Stations.
RadioApp - A Simple Radio App has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 249+ transistor radio apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
RadioApp allows you to explore and listen to radio stations from all over the world. It combines a classic analog-style tuner with modern features like automatic song identification, live rewind, and weather integration.
Key features include automatic song identification with Shazam integration, the ability to rewind live broadcasts up to 90 seconds, advanced CarPlay support for in-car use, real-time weather updates, multi-country station browsing, and the option to save favorite stations with iCloud sync.