Download Internet Radio - Best Software & Apps

VLC media player3.0.2

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Mac; iPhone

Simply the best free multi-format media player

41991 votes

PROS: Supports a wide range of formats, Good hotkey support, Easy to use, Very flexible and lightweight, Integration with web channel streaming services, Improved interface in version 3, More format support in version 3, Plays BluRay and HD, Completely free!
CONS: User interface is quite basic, User interface slicker in Mac version

iTunes12.7.4.76.0

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Still one of the best music players

14208 votes

PROS: Simplified interface, Apple Music streaming service, Improved playlist creation, Curated and automatic radio stations
CONS: Limited file formats supported, Amost overwhelming number of features!

WinampFull 5.666

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android; Windows Phone

A hugely popular and versatile audio and media player

10817 votes

PROS: Fully customizable, Small installation, Runs quickly
CONS: No MOV support, Rip only on full version

Spotify1.0.74.380

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; iPhone; Mac; Windows Phone; Web Apps

Find, share and enjoy your favorite music online

3273 votes

PROS: New iPod sync and MP3 download features, Organize your music in customizable playlists, Share collaborative playlists with friends, Streaming radio with filters, Social features: friend list, Facebook connect, Import your MP3 files into the program
CONS: You'll have to put up with ads in the Free version, Individual songs can only be paid with credit card, Some songs are not available for download

American Truck Simulator

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

On the road again

1506 votes

PROS: Great driving model, Beautiful looking world, Stream live internet radio stations, Management elements add depth and focus, Lots to do
CONS: Currently only two States, Traffic lacks detail, Even busy roads can feel empty

Virtual DJ for MacFree Home 7.4.6

License: free Download
Platform: Mac

Attractive mixer with automatic BPM beat matching and more

1231 votes

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PROS: All the traditional mixing possibilities, Drag and drop effects, loops and samples, Record your mix on MP3, CD or internet radio
CONS: Interface could be better designed

YouTube Music

License: buy Download
Platform: Android; iPhone; Web Apps

All the music you want, in a tube

59 votes

SAM Broadcaster2016.4

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Create your very own online radio station

812 votes

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Music Download Center0.6

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Mac

Download music for free on your PC

1272 votes

PROS: Huge directory of songs, Easy to use, Searches multiple MP3 directories
CONS: Very basic design, Some functions unstable

Spider PlayerFree 2.5.3

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

A simple alternative to the big music players

447 votes

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PROS: Great default customisable skin, Responds quickly to commands, Includes ID3 tag editor and CD ripper, Pro version now effectively free
CONS: Lacks plugins

TuneIn Radio

License: free Download
Platform: Android; iPhone

The app of 100,000 radios

160 votes

PROS: Lots of stations , Good design, Multiple sorting options , Allows you to save your favorites
CONS: Classification isn't always accurate

iHeartRADIO

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Personalized internet radio

20 votes

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PROS: Local radiostations from major cities, Personalized and smart streaming radio, Useful Windows 8 multitasking, Integrated lyrics
CONS: Mediocre quality music, Takes some time to learn your musical tastes

RarmaRadio2.65

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Tune in to thousands of streaming radio and TV stations

58 votes

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PROS: Thousands of stations to choose from, Neat, convenient station structure, You can record up to 10 stations at the same time, Also includes TV channels
CONS: Interface is quite basic, Recording functionality only works with radio

Tapin Radio1.60.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Tune in to and record thousands of internet radio stations

379 votes

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PROS: Very easy to use, Records online stations to MP3, WMA, AAC and Ogg, Includes sleep timer and auto volume
CONS: The Preset menu is not comfortable, No documentation

Gaana - Hindi, English and Regional Songs & Radio6.6.0

License: free Download
Platform: iPhone

A Free program for iPhone‚ by Times Internet Limited

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MusicBee3.1.6590

License: free Download
Platform: Windows

Free music manager and player with format converter and tag editor

338 votes

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PROS: Excellent music manager, Fixes tags, finds artwork and lyrics, Built-in CD ripper, Built-in format converter, Compatible with iTunes and WMP libraries
CONS: You need to download the Lame encoder separately, The interface may feel a bit overwhelming at first, Not available for Android or Mac

ChrisTV Online!11.00

License: buy Download
Platform: Windows

Watch free Internet TV & listen free online radio on your PC

35 votes

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Internet Radio2.1

License: free Download
Platform: Windows; Android

Listen to the radio with this Internet Explorer plug-in

132 votes

PROS: Allows easy access to radio stations worldwide, Integrates well with IE, Wide selection of channels
CONS: Many channels are very obscure

Beats Music2.3.2

License: free Download
Platform: iPhone; Android; Windows Phone

Lots of visual flair, but standard usability

8 votes

PROS: Great selection of music, Quick to jump into playlists, Offiline playback
CONS: Broken in-app sign up , Random freezing during playback, Random crashes when navigating app, Premium subcription only, Too much focus on visual interface makes navigating frustrating

Pandora Radio

License: free Download
Platform: Android; iPhone

Get music recommendations live-streamed to your Android device

77 votes

PROS: Music recommendations based on your musical tastes, Like or dislike certain music for better recommendations, Sync with your online profile, Various music categories available, Bookmark and review songs you've listened to, Sleep timer
CONS: Sometimes repeats songs, Advertisements on the free version

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic
#	Name	Version	Votes	Rating	Platform
1	Winamp	Full 5.666	10817	8.1	Windows, Android, Windows Phone
2	American Truck Simulator		1506	7.8	Windows, Mac
3	VLC media player	3.0.2	41991	7.7	Windows, Android, Mac, iPhone
4	Spotify	1.0.74.380	3273	7.5	Windows, iPhone, Mac, Windows Phone
5	iTunes	12.7.4.76.0	14208	6.8	Windows, Mac

Softonic’s Best Rated Software for this topic

Version

Votes

Rating

Winamp

Full 5.666

10817

8.1

Windows, Android, Windows Phone

American Truck Simulator

1506

7.8