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Radio FM vs SiriusXM

Radio FM 4.6★ · Free to download 40
Winner SiriusXM
SiriusXM 4.8★ · Free + IAP 75

SiriusXM is the better choice for dedicated radio listeners who want a vast selection of ad-free content, despite its higher cost and occasional app stability issues, while Radio FM is plagued by excessive ads and technical problems.

Full reviews: Radio FM · SiriusXM

SiriusXM offers a wide variety of ad-free music and talk channels, though users report occasional app instability and login issues R67R70. Radio FM, while free, is heavily criticized for its overwhelming number of ads, frequent pop-ups, and various technical glitches that hinder usability R1R3R4R15.

Head to head

Features & Content edge: SiriusXMR20R23R25R26
Radio FM Radio FM offers a wide selection of stations, allowing users to find local and international content, and some appreciate its compatibility with older devices and external speakers R20R23R26. However, some users report difficulty finding specific stations and a lack of certain genres R25.
SiriusXM SiriusXM provides a vast array of unique channels, including ad-free music, talk shows, and sports, which are highly valued by subscribers . Users appreciate the depth of content and the ability to discover new music and artists . However, some lament the removal of features like skip/back buttons and express a desire for an Apple Watch app R66.
Ease of Use tieR7R9R15R18
Radio FM Some users find Radio FM easy to use , but many others report significant usability issues. These include difficulty changing stations, unreliable station playback with frequent pauses, and a poorly designed interface for browsing stations R15R18. The app also suffers from freezing, not opening, and crashing after ads R7R9.
SiriusXM SiriusXM is generally considered easy to use by some , but many users find its navigation difficult, especially for accessing missed program parts or on-demand content . Login issues are a recurring problem, with users frequently needing to re-login or experiencing difficulties setting up accounts .
Reliability & Performance tieR7R9R15R16
Radio FM Radio FM is plagued by numerous reliability issues. Users report the app not opening, crashing, freezing, and music cutting off when the screen locks R7R9. Some stations are unreliable and constantly pause R15. There are also reports of the app playing automatically and displaying malware advertisements R16.
SiriusXM SiriusXM users frequently experience app instability, including crashing, losing connection, and playback issues R67R70R81R83. The app is criticized for being slow to load podcasts and live channels and for not retaining playback position . Some users also report issues with the app logging them out randomly or not opening .
Price & Value edge: SiriusXMR1R3R4R6
Radio FM Radio FM is free to download, but users are overwhelmingly frustrated by the excessive and intrusive ads, pop-ups, and video ads that disrupt listening R1R3R4R6. Some users who paid for a subscription reported that ads did not go away, making the $49 subscription feel like a waste . There are also reports of the app being a paid app after 24 hours without notice .
SiriusXM SiriusXM is a paid service, with users valuing the ad-free music channels and exclusive content . However, many users find the service expensive, especially given the app's frequent technical issues . Some users feel they are not getting full value when shows are pre-empted or content they pay for is unavailable .
Pick Radio FM if

You are looking for a free radio app and are willing to tolerate a very high volume of ads, pop-ups, and potential technical issues R1R3R4R15. You might also pick it if you have an older device and find it compatible R20.

Pick SiriusXM if

You want a wide variety of ad-free music and exclusive talk content, like specific shows or genres, and are willing to pay for a subscription . You should also pick SiriusXM if you prioritize content breadth over occasional app glitches and login frustrations R67R70.

Evidence note: Radio FM's reviews are heavily skewed towards negative experiences, primarily due to excessive ads and app malfunctions. SiriusXM, despite its higher lifetime rating, also has a significant number of recent negative reviews focusing on app stability and usability, indicating a decline in user experience for some paid subscribers.

Frequently asked

Does Radio FM have too many ads?
Yes, Radio FM is widely criticized for having excessive forced ads, pop-ups, and video ads that frequently interrupt listening and make the app difficult to use R1R3R4R6.
Is SiriusXM reliable?
SiriusXM users report frequent reliability issues, including the app crashing, losing connection, stopping playback, and difficulties with logging in multiple times a day R67R70R81R83.
Can I listen to SiriusXM on my Apple Watch?
Currently, SiriusXM does not have a dedicated Apple Watch app, which is a feature many users have requested to stream with just their watch and AirPods R66R89.
Are there issues with logging into Radio FM?
Yes, some Radio FM users report significant issues with logging in and setting up accounts, with the app giving backtalk about password structure or getting stuck on registration pages R43R44R58.

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. [R20] Radio FM 5/5 · US Thank you!: I’ve never written an app review, but after a long search I found this- the only radio player to work on older devices. I’m thrilled- thank you!!
  2. [R23] Radio FM 5/5 · US Love the station offered: I can just find whom I’m in the mood for and just sit back and chill. Love all the different selections of artist. I listen mostly on a iPod so as long as I have WiFi I’m good. Thanks for making this app! Respect
  3. [R25] Radio FM 2/5 · US Won’t find stations I search for: The app doesn’t find stations I search for
  4. [R26] Radio FM 5/5 · US Works great with my JBL: I love this app because it turns my JBL Flip 6 into a radio, I love that I can put my JBL in my bike’s basket, fire up the app, and enjoy the radio like it’s a car radio.
  5. [R7] Radio FM 1/5 · US Not working: This radio app isn’t opening at all... Why?!!!
  6. [R9] Radio FM 3/5 · US Why is my location blocked?: Why is my location blocked? It used to work fine in Hong Kong, but after the update, it crashes after closing the ad! I hope this gets fixed soon.
  7. [R15] Radio FM 3/5 · US App is “okay” and has issues: Would be a great app if they could fix issues. For one, it is difficult to change stations. If I am listening to one station and try to listen to another, it simply plays the existing station and I have to click on the new one several time before it actually changes. Second, some of the stations are unreliable and constantly pause during the middle of a song. And last
  8. [R18] Radio FM 3/5 · US Good selection poor design: It would be nice if I could see a whole selection of the stations or categories alphabetize. Most of the stations seem to work but some do not. It would be nice if there was a more logical order to the stations searches either by alphabet or by frequency.
  9. [R16] Radio FM 1/5 · US Malware Advertisements?!: Ad Messages saying, “We Have Noticed You Have # Of Trojans On Your iOS!” “Something…” Shows An Image Of The iOS Gear Settings. And Another Ad Message, “We Have Noticed That You Have Said Malware Within Your iOS Browser!” I Would Advise You To, Get Rid Of This App!
  10. [R1] Radio FM 1/5 · US Excessive forced ads: Excessive Ads & pop-ups destroyed this app. Cannot minimize window preventing the listener from conducting simultaneous activities on other apps. Oh! Did I mention the ads are Excessive preventing music from playing.
  11. [R3] Radio FM 3/5 · US Pop ups: Too many pop ups and ads
  12. [R4] Radio FM 1/5 · US Getting worse and worse!: Ads ruined this app. I get it, couple of time you get an ad, but now literally every single time you switch between apps and you want to get back to the same screen with the station info, you get an ad.
  13. [R6] Radio FM 3/5 · US Commercials: Too many commercials
  14. [R67] SiriusXM 1/5 · US App is Fataly Flawed: App is good if you DONT MOVE with your mobile phone. App can’t survive switching network sources. App grows more unstable the longer you listen. App doesn’t stop even after using the STOP controls. App has been broken for 6-12 months with no hope for repair.
  15. [R70] SiriusXM 1/5 · US This App is Garbage: I’ve been using this app for years and they HARD sell it on their shows. The only real problem is that it is garbage. It is amazing when it works, but it screws up as often as it works. Multiple times a day it stops working claiming I have low signal strength… except literally every single other thing I have running works fine… and even when I have NOTHING else running it s
  16. [R81] SiriusXM 1/5 · US Why do I waste my money: Will not open, constantly having playback issues.
  17. [R83] SiriusXM 1/5 · US Terrible. App is unusable. Doesn’t work songs don’t play stop playing don’t play from beginning 👎: Terrible. App is unusable. Doesn’t work songs, don’t play, stop playing, don’t play from beginning, worst app
  18. [R66] SiriusXM 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.
  19. [R89] SiriusXM 1/5 · US APPLE WATCH: Can you release an Apple Watch app?
  20. [R43] Radio FM 5/5 · US RadioFM App is Working Perfectly NOW...: [6-19-2025 UPDATE] RadioFM App has been updated to V 2.2.1, which no longer has the originally reported 'Account Registration Page' issue. Matter Solved. Thanks Developer. [6-02-2025 Review] RadioFM App Does NOT Work... Beyond the required 'Account Registration Page.' Regardless of how many times a password is edited for compliance with this app's require
  21. [R44] Radio FM 1/5 · US Might be good if you could set up an account. You can’t.: Downloaded the app. Opened. Tried to set up a new account. Used Apple Passwords to create a password. App kept giving backtalk about structure of passwords. Followed the instructions. Kept getting same backtalk. DELETE.
  22. [R58] Radio FM 2/5 · US Login bugs?: Tried literally a dozen times to set up an account... Gave up and went in without one... So-so selection of stations in my favorite genre.

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