iHeart: Music, Radio & Podcasts – Live Streaming Free App

Stream thousands of live radio stations, podcasts, and unlimited music playlists for free with personalized stations and offline listening capabilities.

About iHeart: Music, Radio, Podcasts

iHeart is a comprehensive radio, podcast, and music streaming application offering free access to thousands of live AM/FM radio stations worldwide. Users can stream music playlists, discover trending podcasts, listen to live sports radio, and enjoy personalized music stations based on favorite artists.

The app features an innovative radio dial interface inspired by car radios, customizable station presets, real-time song lyrics, and a powerful discovery engine for finding new content. Premium subscriptions unlock ad-free listening, unlimited skips, offline downloads, and on-demand music playback across multiple devices.

Features Of iHeart: Music, Radio, Podcasts

  • Stream 1000+ live radio stations across all genres and global locations
  • Create and save up to 15 favorite stations, artist radio, and podcasts as presets
  • Discover personalized music stations based on your favorite artists and preferences
  • Build unlimited custom playlists and access curated mood-based playlists
  • Follow and stream trending podcasts with adjustable playback speeds
  • Listen to live sports radio with play-by-play commentary from major leagues
  • View song lyrics in real-time while playing artist radio, playlists, and live radio
  • Scan and sample stations nationwide by city or genre for instant discovery
  • Download music for offline listening with premium subscription tiers
  • Enjoy seamless playback across phones, tablets, smartwatches, and Android Auto

Premium Features in the Paid Plan

  • Listen to all music and radio content completely ad-free without interruptions
  • Unlimited skips on any song, album, or playlist for complete listening control
  • Download unlimited music and playlists to your phone for offline playback
  • Play any song on demand from millions of tracks without shuffle requirement
  • Access exclusive premium podcasts and early releases from favorite artists
  • Use equalizer and audio enhancement tools for personalized sound quality
  • Enjoy higher audio quality streaming with lossless support on all content
  • Sync listening history and preferences seamlessly across all your devices

Free with in-app purchases; iHeartRadio Plus $5.99/month; iHeartRadio All Access $12.99/month

Free vs Premium Comparison

Feature Free Premium
Radio Stations Access 1000+ live stations with ads 1000+ stations with no ads and preferred placement
Music Streaming Curated playlists and artist radio with shuffle Full on-demand access to millions of songs without shuffle
Ads Audio and visual ads between songs and shows Completely ad-free listening experience
Offline Downloads Not available Download unlimited music for offline listening
Skips Limited skips on curated stations Unlimited skips on any song, album or playlist
Podcasts Browse and play podcasts with ads Exclusive premium podcasts and ad-free playback
Device Sync Listen on one primary device Sync across phones, tablets, watches, and cars
Playlists Create and save playlists with limitations Unlimited playlist creation with full control

Frequently Asked Questions

Is iHeart really free to use?

Yes, iHeart is completely free to download and use with ad-supported streaming. Premium subscriptions add features like ad-free listening, unlimited skips, and offline downloads, but core functionality remains free for all users.

Can I download music to listen offline?

Offline downloads are exclusive to iHeartRadio Plus and All Access premium subscribers. Free users can stream online without WiFi through mobile data or save favorite stations for quick access.

How many presets can I save?

You can save up to 15 favorite radio stations, artist radio, and podcasts as custom presets. These presets sync across all devices where you're signed in for convenient access.

What's the difference between iHeartRadio Plus and All Access?

iHeartRadio Plus ($5.99/month) offers ad-free listening and offline downloads. All Access ($12.99/month) includes everything Plus offers plus on-demand song selection, unlimited skips, and exclusive premium content.

Does iHeart work with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay?

Yes, iHeart works seamlessly with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Your saved presets are available in-car, and you can access radio stations, podcasts, and playlists with safe voice controls while driving.

Can I create custom music stations?

Yes, you can create personalized music stations based on any artist, song, or genre. Your Weekly Mixtape curates new music recommendations every Monday tailored to your listening preferences.