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Three apps, one goal: tune in without limits wherever you go.
Swipe to find out which of these apps offers the best mobile radio experience.
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FM Radio – Stations from your country
Description
FM Radio – Stations from your country take advantage of the internal FM chip in many smartphones and use your headphone cable as an antenna. It automatically scans AM and FM bands, displays a virtual analog dial, and allows you to save up to 20 stations as favorites.
Pros
- Real offline mode: receives terrestrial signal without consuming data.
- Quick scan: Locates nearby stations in seconds.
- Light on battery: does not require constant streaming.
- Simple interface: ideal for non-technical users.
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Cons
- It depends on the FM hardware: not all phones include it.
- Reception quality varies depending on the improvised antenna.
- No native recording or online streaming.
- Unobtrusive advertising in the free version.
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Audials Radio
Description
Audials Radio is a streaming platform that brings together over 100,000 AM, FM, and internet stations from around the world. It offers MP3 program recording, a recording scheduler, a sleep timer, and a built-in equalizer.
Pros
- Global catalog: stations from any country and genre.
- Recording and replay: Schedule automatic recordings of shows and news.
- Intelligent discovery: recommendations based on your history.
- Multiplatform: Available on Android, iOS and Windows.
Cons
- Requires Internet connection and consumes data.
- The free version limits recording time.
- Advertising and in-app purchases for advanced features.
- May require manual streaming quality adjustments.
TuneIn Radio
Description
TuneIn Radio is one of the most popular apps for online radio and podcasts. It offers access to over 200,000 radio stations and more than 5.7 million podcasts. It includes categories for sports, music, news, and geographic location.
Pros
- Wide range of content: includes live sports and news broadcasts.
- Integrated podcast: Easily switch between live radio and podcasts.
- Premium Subscription: Access to ad-free channels and exclusive broadcasts (MLB, NFL, CBC).
- Unlimited favorites: Save all the stations and podcasts you want.
Cons
- Audio quality depends on the station and your connection.
- The free version displays constant ads.
- Requires login to sync favorites across multiple devices.
- Some features (live rewind) are only available in Premium.
You can download the apps from their stores
App | Offline FM/AM | Global streaming | Recording | Cost |
---|---|---|---|---|
FM Radio – Stations | Yeah | No | No | Free |
Audials Radio | No | Yeah | Yes (MP3) | Free / in-app purchases |
TuneIn Radio | No | Yeah | No | Free / Premium €10/month |
Swipe to the Part 3 to learn how to configure your chosen app, optimize audio quality, save battery life, and share your favorite stations.