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SiriusXM

65
Value score / 100 Worth paying? Depends It depends

SiriusXM offers a vast array of unique audio content, but its value is significantly hampered by a buggy app, frequent connection issues, and a frustrating subscription management process.

Free + in-app purchases seen up to $1400 4.8★ lifetime (3,048,232) since 2009

SiriusXM provides an extensive selection of music, news, sports, and exclusive shows, making it a strong contender for diverse audio entertainment. However, numerous user complaints about app instability, frequent disconnections, and a difficult cancellation process detract from its overall value, especially given its subscription cost.

Free vs paid

The reviews primarily discuss a paid subscription service, highlighting its extensive channel variety and exclusive content R2R3R4R5. Users praise the ad-free music channels, though some sports and talk channels still have repetitive commercials R10R98R102R159. The app itself is free to download, but access to content requires a subscription, with many users expressing frustration over the cost and the inability to easily cancel R224R251R252R258.

Value complaints

  • The service is considered too expensive for the value provided, especially given the app's performance issues.R224R252R423
  • Users report being charged after canceling or for services they didn't use, and find the cancellation process intentionally difficult.R243R251R258R259
  • Despite being a paid subscription, there are still too many repetitive commercials, particularly on non-music channels.R10R41R98R102
  • The app lacks basic playback controls like easy skipping, fast-forward, or rewind, even for paying subscribers.R50R151R159R172

Where it delivers

  • Offers an extensive and diverse variety of music genres, news, sports, and talk shows.R2R3R4R5
  • Provides exclusive content like Howard Stern and specific political/talk shows.R1R7R9R19
  • Allows listening to favorite sports teams and curated music anywhere, including remote locations.R4R5R6R10
  • Many music channels are ad-free, enhancing the listening experience.R159R50
Worth paying if

It is worth paying for if you highly value exclusive content like Howard Stern R7, specific news channels like Urban View 126 R9, or niche music genres R2R3R4R6 that are not readily available elsewhere, and if you are willing to tolerate frequent app glitches and connection issues R38R40R49R52.

Skip / stay free if

You should skip paying if you expect a perfectly stable and user-friendly app experience, as many users report constant crashes, disconnections, and poor navigation R49R52. Also, skip if you are sensitive to repetitive music playlists or find it difficult to manage subscriptions and cancellations R251R258R259R260.

Evidence note: The lifetime rating is very high, but recent reviews are heavily skewed negative, particularly regarding app functionality and subscription management. The provided reviews do not offer specific pricing tiers or details on what is included in each, making it difficult to analyze value at different price points beyond general complaints about cost.

Frequently asked

Is the SiriusXM app reliable for streaming?
No, the SiriusXM app is frequently reported as unreliable, with users experiencing constant crashes, random show changes, loss of connection, and issues with playback controls like pausing or resuming R38R40R49R52.
Can I easily cancel my SiriusXM subscription through the app or website?
No, users report that canceling a SiriusXM subscription is intentionally difficult, often requiring calls or chats with customer service and involving multiple attempts to retain the customer R251R258R259R260.
Does SiriusXM offer an Apple Watch app?
Based on user reviews, there is no functional Apple Watch app, and users have requested its development R161R168R200.
Are there commercials on SiriusXM, even with a paid subscription?
Yes, while many music channels are ad-free, users frequently complain about repetitive commercials on sports and talk channels, despite paying for the service R10R41R98R102.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R224] 1/5 · US Love but very Expensive: I love being able to listen to Jeff Lewis but it is very expensive!
  2. [R252] 1/5 · CA Awful service: The cost is waaaay to high for what this is. And the whole multiple account issue. Why the hell is there just a “streaming” account and then another account for the vehicle even tho it’s the same account. Makes no sense and such a dumb user interface.
  3. [R423] 3/5 · CA Not a fan: I get that it’s a radio station app, but I don’t know why I would pay to listen to a random playlist of songs (you cannot select specific ones). Also, you have a limited number of skips, even with a paid subscription. Other FREE apps will provide a better experience IMO.
  4. [R243] 1/5 · US CAUTION FOR THIS “APP” 📍: I used this app for years then suddenly it tells me I have a “streaming only account “ randomly and kicks me out completely AFTER I ALREADY PAID FOR THE MONTH. I tried calling support and I was told to ask Apple. Tried the website, says it’s a “streaming only account “, I WAS CHARGED AND LOCKED OUT , I can’t even delete my account or log in , nothing. DONT DOWNLOAD THIS “
  5. [R251] 1/5 · CA Can’t cancel easily: It takes seconds to sign up, but they force you to chat or call in and jump through hoops to cancel. They also increase the price quickly without a lot of notice. The app is not designed well, not easy to find things I’m interested in. I’ll stick with podcasts and online streams.
  6. [R258] 1/5 · CA Ridiculously low: The worst I’ve ever come across. I was exploring some page and came across this website and happened to open an account. It said it will start charging me on June . I called in 2 3 months before probably in February to cancel the plan and delete my account. The cs said they would and they just charged me today . Like this is ridiculous.
  7. [R259] 1/5 · CA Managing subscription: Sirius makes it so hard to cancel a subscription like makes you jump through hoop after hoop and it’s frustrating they try to do all these different things to keep you and make it hard to cancel the subscription
  8. [R10] 5/5 · US Sirius XM is top notch, the Best!: Best news feeds. Great DJs and super curated programs. Love being able to follow and listen to all my teams. That is the Best! Only thing I don’t like is the commercials are the same over and over on Sports feeds. Just make them different at least.
  9. [R41] 3/5 · US Ads: Ethos ads with Mike Slater are the worst - emotional appeal about his dad dying & he’s never gotten over it; therefore, …you’re going die…we’re all going to die. Such a whiny little man-child.
  10. [R98] 3/5 · US Too many commercials: You would think that by charging everyone for this service you would not have to tolerate also paying for commercials. Serius is double dipping,Not only are they getting paid by the companies who air their commercials,your are also paying for them as well
  11. [R102] 2/5 · US Too many commercials: Way too many commercials for a subscription service and they’re way too repetitive
  12. [R50] 3/5 · US Allow Skips & Replays: I enjoy much of SiriusXM, primarily “Cool Bobby B” and “Gregg Bell’s Weekly Favorites”. A 5 Star Review is diminished because there are limits on the amount of songs that can either be replayed by pushing the replay option (only 1 song and only 1 time on the “Cool Bobby B” show that is put together for the week following the 1 hour weekly Sunday Night Show with approximate
  13. [R151] 2/5 · US Got rid of the back/skip buttons???: Why on earth would you do this? There are times I’d like to hear a song again, there are times I’d like to skip a song. With this latest update I can do neither. Why? Why downgrade the application’s functionality? What a disappointment.
  14. [R159] 3/5 · US Good but room for improvement: I love the ad free listening on all the music channels. However, the app never likes to keep my place when I rewind so I can use my limited skips
  15. [R172] 1/5 · US New layout: The new layout is terrible for listening to on demand or shows that are lagging behind the current live broadcast. What happened to the slide lever that allowed you to find where you left off. Pretty disappointed in Michigan
  16. [R2] 5/5 · US Such an endless variety of music.: We had Sirius in our cars and on our TV through Dish for many years. Can’t imagine not having it. It’s the best!
  17. [R3] 5/5 · US Love: I love Sirius and the access to different genres or entertainment.
  18. [R4] 5/5 · US Infinite Variety: I love SiriusXM. There is an infinite variety of music, curated or not. With Satellite radio I get my music and home station feel anywhere - clear as a bell. Thank you to the Sirius Team!!
  19. [R5] 5/5 · US Sirius XM on the go: I love Sirius XM. There are so many channels to choose from depending on what you are looking for. I love the fact that I am able to listen to my favorite sports teams even though I no longer live in that area. Go Caps, Go O’s and Go Commanders!
  20. [R1] 5/5 · US Leland Phillips: I only got this app because of sway n the morning on shade45!
  21. [R7] 5/5 · US Just the best: There’s nothing really to say…any kind of music at any time + The King of all Media… The app is wizard
  22. [R9] 5/5 · US Urban View 126: I really love that. I found Urban View 126 on SiriusXM radio for news I can trust.
  23. [R19] 4/5 · US Jeff Lewis fan: I make time to listen to the Jeff Lewis live show! Wish I could listen to the days show as early as 3 pm EST. His show is the only show like it and I look forward to Mondays now :)
  24. [R6] 5/5 · US Better than the others: I tried Deezer to get better fidelity. After a month I cancelled it because they never did play any of the music I like. XM plays just the right music for me! Thanks. And I can get it in the middle of the desert or the top of the mountains!
  25. [R38] 3/5 · US Great but slow and dropped signal often: See title. May not renew if it does not improve
  26. [R40] 3/5 · US Billnabb: I lose connection often
  27. [R49] 2/5 · US Love Sirius hate the app: Takes too long to find what you’re looking for. App always crashes when not using WiFi. I can go on and on and on I’d love to work with them to fix it.
  28. [R52] 2/5 · US Needs work: Listening on the app can be frustrating. It will change shows randomly. When this happens it takes a few steps to get back to where you were. Not fun!
  29. [R260] 1/5 · CA Don’t forget to Cancel Your Free Subscription: The service is great, but I found that I stopped using SiriusXM as my lifestyle changed. I decided to use it again as I got a X-month free promo, but never used it. Thing is, they hope that you forget about the subscription, then charge you the maximum amount. They also have a notorious reputation for aggressive pricing, and will not issue a refund, e
  30. [R161] 3/5 · US Apple Watch App: Hey SiriusXM where is the Apple Watch App? I think it’s time to get on board for your dedicated users and create a watch app do user can stream with just their watch and AirPods. Please consider this it would be really useful.
  31. [R168] 1/5 · US iPod: Wont work on iPod
  32. [R200] 1/5 · US APPLE WATCH: Can you release an Apple Watch app?

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store