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Head-to-head

myTuner Radio vs Simple Radio

myTuner Radio 4.8★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner Simple Radio
Simple Radio 4.7★ · Free + IAP 65

Simple Radio is generally a better choice for a more reliable, albeit still ad-supported, streaming experience, while myTuner Radio struggles with overwhelming and intrusive ads even for paying users.

Full reviews: myTuner Radio · Simple Radio

Both myTuner Radio and Simple Radio offer a wide selection of stations but are heavily criticized for intrusive ads, even in their paid versions. Simple Radio edges out myTuner Radio due to slightly fewer reports of critical app functionality issues and less aggressive ad tactics, despite its own ad problems.

Head to head

Features & Content tieR2R8R9R12
myTuner Radio myTuner Radio offers a wide selection of worldwide channels and diverse music, with users appreciating its ability to find various stations R2R32. Some users enjoy specific shows and hosts R8. However, some news stations stopped working R12, and there are requests for song title/artist display . The app also has a sleep timer and works on Apple Watch R32, though some users report Watch issues R9.
Simple Radio Simple Radio is praised for its wide selection of content, including international stations and those not found on other apps . Users appreciate its simplicity and ability to listen to specific local stations . However, some users report specific stations being unavailable and wish for a radio dial feature .
Ease of Use & UI edge: Simple RadioR3R9R18R21
myTuner Radio myTuner Radio is generally considered easy to use and simple R18. However, recent updates have introduced significant UI problems, such as pop-up ads blocking access to the UI R3R18, mandatory dark mode making text unreadable , and a broken search feature R21. Users also complain about a new pop-up asking to add stations to favorites every time a new station is opened .
Simple Radio Simple Radio is lauded for its clean UI and overall simplicity . However, a significant design flaw is the ease with which users can accidentally remove stations from favorites with a single touch R63. Some users also report incorrect layouts on Apple Watch 8 R64.
Reliability & Performance tieR12R22R33R39
myTuner Radio myTuner Radio users report frequent disconnections and disruptions . The app sometimes fails to connect automatically to speakers and has issues with the radio alarm not sounding R39. Some users experience the app closing upon opening R33 or requiring a VPN to work R22. There are also reports of stations stopping working R12.
Simple Radio Simple Radio users experience issues with stations dropping service frequently and the app keeps pausing or shutting off . Some users report the app not opening after updates or only working with a VPN .
Price & Value tieR1R3R4R6
myTuner Radio myTuner Radio is a free app with in-app purchases, but the free version is heavily criticized for an overwhelming number of ads R1R3R4R6. Many ads are intrusive, blocking the UI, unskippable, or forcing users to the App Store R3R13R18R34. Some users were charged for subscriptions they didn't want R7, and there are complaints about misleading lifetime purchase options R19R40. The premium version costs $34.99 annually R7.
Simple Radio Simple Radio is also a free app with in-app purchases. Users complain about too many ads in the free version R64. Crucially, many users who pay for the premium version (around $20-40, R76, ) still experience intrusive ads from the app itself, not just station commercials R76. Some users were charged without subscribing or found the ads to be malicious . There is a desire for a lifetime subscription option .
Support tieR9R40R43R63
myTuner Radio myTuner Radio users report issues with developers not responding to problems, such as the Apple Watch app not working R9 or the Mac version not being supported R40. There are also complaints about condescending responses from developers R43.
Simple Radio Simple Radio users have reported issues like the accidental removal of favorites to the developers, but no changes have been made for years R63. There are also instances of developers giving 'clever responses' instead of fixing issues with ads in the paid version R76.
Pick myTuner Radio if

you prioritize a wide selection of international stations and are willing to tolerate significant ad interruptions or hope for fixes to recent UI issues R2R32.

Pick Simple Radio if

you value a generally simpler interface and a vast selection of stations, and are prepared for the possibility of ads even after paying for a premium subscription .

Evidence note: Both apps have a high volume of recent negative reviews primarily focused on ad intrusiveness and subscription issues, which skews against their high lifetime ratings. The evidence for both apps regarding ads in paid versions is strong and consistent across multiple reviews.

Frequently asked

Do myTuner Radio and Simple Radio have too many ads?
Yes, both myTuner Radio and Simple Radio are heavily criticized for having too many ads, even in their paid premium versions; myTuner Radio's ads are often described as intrusive, blocking the UI, and unskippable R1R3R13R34, while Simple Radio users report ads from the app itself despite paying for an ad-free experience R76.
Are there issues with subscriptions or payments for these apps?
Yes, users of both apps report significant issues with subscriptions and payments; myTuner Radio users mention being charged for unwanted annual subscriptions of $34.99 R7 and misleading lifetime purchase options R19R40, while Simple Radio users report being charged without subscribing and still receiving ads after paying around $20-40 for premium R76.
Do these apps work on Apple Watch?
myTuner Radio is reported to work on Apple Watch R32, but some users have experienced issues with it not working and developers not resolving the problem R9; Simple Radio users report incorrect layouts on Apple Watch 8 R64.

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. [R2] myTuner Radio 5/5 · US Review from Zimbabwe: Very good and convenient. Good sound quality.
  2. [R8] myTuner Radio 5/5 · US My go to show!: Love the hosts. They are very entertaining and down to earth.
  3. [R9] myTuner Radio 3/5 · US Does Not Work on My Iwatch: I was delighted with this app. So much so I subscribed and I am still a subscriber. It’s one of a handful of apps that I pay for. A few months ago I noticed the app on my iwatch was not working. I informed the developers but so far they have not gotten the issue resolved. I wished it would get resolved soon. I would like to hear from others having the same problem
  4. [R12] myTuner Radio 3/5 · US Meh: A few weeks ago, most radio news stations stopped working. No fix in sight either.
  5. [R3] myTuner Radio 3/5 · US Good for awhile: I was enthused about this radio app for awhile. I understand that free apps often rely on advertisements and I would patiently wait through those. However recently the app has pop-up ads that block all access to the UI and cannot be closed out. So the app has to be completely restarted frequently. That's pretty unacceptable, so I will have to be looking for a new radio app.
  6. [R18] myTuner Radio 3/5 · US Great app, works on older iOS: I love this app for its simplicity and compatibility. I’m okay with adds *except* for those that hold you hostage. Even the X icon takes you to the App Store, and they force you to play their stupid game no matter what. It feels rude, arrogant, frustrating. Thank you, best of luck and many satisfied users!
  7. [R21] myTuner Radio 3/5 · US WRECKED and ruined: Well congratulations BOYS! You took a great little app that was very useable and accessible to your voice over users and turned it into ABSOLUTE JUNK! Now, with this latest update you went and BROKE the search feature! I CANNOT type in the search field I cannot inter ANYTHING to look for. This is just Stupid thoughtless inconsideration from you people!! I am honestlz
  8. [R22] myTuner Radio 1/5 · US Malfunctions: Only works via VPN. The radio emits a high-pitched sound and skips the track back 1 second. · translated
  9. [R33] myTuner Radio 3/5 · GB Problem: I have been using this for about a year or two but now when i redownloaded it keeps closing when i open it. My device is ios 16 but i dont think thats the problem, so i think its something to do with the app. But I remember it worked really well
  10. [R39] myTuner Radio 3/5 · GB Radio alarm doesn’t work: There is a lot of radio stations on there and I can’t really fault it for that. But I only downloaded it to use as a radio alarm an every time I’ve tried it, it never sounds.
  11. [R1] myTuner Radio 2/5 · US Too Many Ads: When I first started using TuneIn, it was amazing. Now there are way too many ads, and it’s frustrating. It’s become very difficult to enjoy listening to any station with so many interruptions.
  12. [R4] myTuner Radio 2/5 · US Mi opinión: Mucha publicidad y creciendo.
  13. [R6] myTuner Radio 3/5 · US Ads like crazy: I appreciate the stations provided, yet every single time you change the station an ad pops up so it’s frustrating when your trying to channel through them to see the new ones you like.
  14. [R40] myTuner Radio 1/5 · US Don’t buy the pro version: I bought myTuner Radio Pro for Mac, this was a lifetime purchase, $20, less than two years ago. Apple, on the last update says this App will no longer be supported with future IOS updates, and the developer doesn’t respond. Also, according to the App history there’s been no updates for this in over 5 years. If they don’t support their Mac version, then I wouldn’t trust
  15. [R43] myTuner Radio 1/5 · US Should be called Radio ads: Tried it out , nothing but constant ads. Deleted after 1 song and 15 minutes of ads. 1 star because it doesn’t allow zero. I understand the need for ads in a “free” version, but this is ridiculous. I’ll see if I get another condescending response from an idiot developer
  16. [R63] Simple Radio 3/5 · US Good but…: Be careful using favorites. I have a curated set of favorites that I surf daily. One accidental touch on the right side, where the stars are and POOF the favorite is gone. This happens to me on a regular basis and is wildly frustrating. I have reported this to Simple Radio, begging for a little more friction in this feature. No change in years.
  17. [R13] myTuner Radio 2/5 · US Hi-Jacked radio. !: Ads that can’t be skipped or shut down until minutes have passed and my patience has ran thin. Seriously considering deleting THIS APP ! ! ! And Eventually I Will. The other thing about the ads, is they voice over or interrupt the music I came to listen to. Let me remind you, I’m here for radio, Not unwanted ad’s. And not harassment, this is…. hijacked harassment. Not ju
  18. [R34] myTuner Radio 1/5 · US STAY AWAY!!!: This is the only app I've felt compelled to warn folks NOT to even try. The ads are not simply intrusive. Many are set up to completely take over your entire screen until you go to the app store and purchase whatever's being advertised. Never seen anything like this. I've tried over half a dozen of these radio apps at this point. 'I Heart Radio' was the best overall. But If you also
  19. [R7] myTuner Radio 1/5 · US 3 day free trial?: Was supposed to receive a free 3 day trial but instead was charged $34.99 for an annual subscription I did not want. I had to submit a refund request that hopefully is accepted as I did so immediately after the charge to my bank account.
  20. [R19] myTuner Radio 1/5 · US Where’s PRO version? Subscription misleading.: You’re misleading users by advertising PRO version of this app for $59.99 that is, as I understand, is for life, right? But there’s no option in the subscription to actually make this purchase. Why? 2026-06-16 update. There is no such option to subscribe for lifetime, only yearly subscription.
  21. [R76] Simple Radio 1/5 · US Commercials Commercials Commercials: A lot of interruptions with commercials after paying $20!!!! UPDATE: After the CLEVER response from the app creators, let me clarify that the ads are coming FROM the app itself. I’m not talking about the regular commercials that any radio station would normally have. Instead of wasting time with clever responses, it would be better to fix the app. People are
  22. [R32] myTuner Radio 4/5 · US Great radio all with worldwide channels: Good radio station app with worldwide channels. Love the diversity of selection of music and works in the car and on the Apple Watch too. Paying to remove Ads was worth it.
  23. [R64] Simple Radio 1/5 · US Too many ads local and international: Horrible app now used to be great but now i have to listen to local and intl ads

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