Playdio review
A free radio and podcast app with offline episodes, alarms and car playback support.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Playdio is a radio and podcast listening service for people who want live stations and podcast episodes in one browser or mobile app. It is available on web, iOS and Android, with features aimed at personal listening: browse stations by country and genre, follow podcasts, save favorites, set a sleep timer or use radio alarms. Its blend of radio and podcast listening suits solo listeners and small households who value convenience over a dedicated radio-only experience.
The radio and podcast features cover distinct listening needs. The homepage lists more than 4,700 stations, and the directory lets listeners browse by country and genre. Podcast followers can discover shows, resume episodes and download episodes for offline playback. Free accounts are limited to four saved stations and four followed podcasts; Premium adds unlimited favorites, selectable audio quality, and the ability to add stations and podcast feeds. The published description does not provide a price amount, so the paid plan is harder to compare before purchase.
Platform and playback support are a notable part of the fit. Playdio works in a browser and on iOS and Android, and its mobile apps support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Siri and Google Assistant voice control, plus AirPlay and Chromecast playback, extend how listeners can control or route audio. Radio alarms and the sleep timer add utility for routine listening. Choose Playdio if a free starting point, mixed radio and podcasts, and car controls are priorities; look elsewhere if you need more than four favorites on a free account or want to assess a Premium price before installing the app.
Playdio pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Browse live stations by country and genre, with 4,700+ listed on the homepage
- Follow podcasts, download episodes for offline listening and resume playback
- Radio alarms, a sleep timer and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support
- Where it doesn't
- Free accounts are limited to four saved stations and four followed podcasts
- Premium pricing is shown in the iOS and Android apps
- Premium is needed for unlimited favorites and selectable audio quality
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