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Japan Radio FM – Online radio vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Japan Radio FM – Online radio's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Japan Radio FM – Online radio
This App
Evermusic Pro: music player
Nemesis
Music for Seniors
Contender
Zoundit: Live Radio FM & Music
Contender
Classic Rock Free - Songs, Radio & News
Contender
Breeze (Offline MP3 Player)
Contender
Radio română (RO): Stiri, Muzica, Fotbal (Rumania)
Peer
Radios Canada (CA) : News, Music, Soccer
Peer
Mitchy Slick
Peer
Радио Россия (RU): Новости, музыка (Russia)
Peer
Core Identity
DeveloperRadioFMappEVERAPPZ SLApp ahead GmbHMarcelo PerrettaJuicestand IncAnthony TietjenThomas GeslandThomas GeslandDigital Media Interactive LLCThomas Gesland
CategoryMusic & AudioMusicMusicMusicMusicMusicMusicMusicMusicMusic
PlatformAndroidAndroid, iOSiOSiOSiOSiOSiOSiOSiOSiOS
Store Metrics
Rating0.0 / 54.5 / 53.0 / 55.0 / 51.0 / 54.3 / 52.0 / 55.0 / 55.0 / 51.0 / 5
Ratings Count089611171141
PriceFree$39.99$3.99FreeFree$2.99FreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateMay 23, 2022Aug 13, 2014Mar 2, 2026Oct 28, 2025Sep 23, 2016Apr 10, 2024Jul 28, 2014Aug 12, 2014Dec 22, 2011Jul 30, 2014
Last UpdatedAug 2, 2024May 8, 2026Apr 23, 2026Apr 8, 2026Sep 23, 2016Mar 25, 2026Jun 26, 2017Sep 12, 2017Aug 19, 2017Jun 26, 2017
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment-positive-------negative
Score-82/100-------0/100
Praises-
  • Offline music playback capabilities allow users to listen without constant internet connectivity
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Complaints-
  • Persistent background playback interruptions and audio stuttering occur on mobile devices
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Requests-
  • Desktop companion application to facilitate streaming and file management between devices
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Curated Japanese radio directory provides immediate value to niche listeners
  • Automatic shutdown timer supports data conservation and sleep-focused usage patterns
  • Deep NAS/cloud protocol integration creates high switching costs for technical users
  • ID3 tag management provides utility beyond standard playback
  • Offline-first architecture sustains usage in low-connectivity environments
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  • 200-station directory provides comprehensive regional coverage
  • Localized Canadian radio library functions as a geographic distribution barrier
  • Native iOS lock-screen integration ensures consistent background playback
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  • 250-station library provides broad content coverage
  • Integrated sports score tracking offers unique utility
Weaknesses
  • Ad-supported model lacks a premium, ad-free alternative for power users
  • No offline playback capability forces constant internet dependency
  • Premium tier at $39.99 exceeds the music-app median
  • Background playback stuttering reported on mobile devices
  • Increased ad frequency post-update erodes user trust
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  • No updates since 2017
  • 2.0-star rating on iOS
  • Lacks modern discovery features
  • Stagnant release cycle since 2017 creates technical debt
  • Zero monetization layer limits revenue potential
  • Single-review rating count indicates low brand trust
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  • 1.0-star rating indicates critical functional failure
  • No updates since 2017 creates abandonment perception
Pricingfreepaidpaidfreemiumfreemiumpaidfreefreefreefree
MomentumZombieMaintenance----ZombieZombie-Zombie
Update Cadence1 versions5 versions, 3 majors/6mo, ~44d avg----2 versions, ~996d avg2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~1073d avg-2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~996d avg

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