ZENDER
ZENDER: A broad station library with recording tools, plus offline downloads for podcasts. Ranked #20 of 45 in Radio Apps by our editors (7.2/10); pricing: Free plan; best for desktop listeners who want station controls and recording.
At a glance
- Editor score7.2 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forDesktop listeners who want station controls and recording
- Free planYes
- Paid from€9.99 one-time
- Offline listeningYes
- Facts checked5 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Browse more than 60,000 stations and save unlimited favorites
- Pro adds radio recording and scheduled recordings
- Five-band equalizer, sleep timer and Last.fm scrobbling
Where it doesn't
- Offline listening is for downloaded podcasts, not live radio
- Recording and scheduled recordings require the one-time Pro purchase
- Discord Rich Presence is an integration, but CarPlay is not verified
Our verdict on ZENDER
ZENDER is an internet radio and podcast app for listeners who want station browsing alongside playback controls on desktop or mobile. It runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android and iOS, and offers more than 60,000 stations searchable by country, genre and other attributes. The app also includes favorites, station history, a five-band equalizer with presets, sleep timer and Last.fm scrobbling. With no registration required and no app advertising in the free version, it suits solo listeners who want straightforward access to radio and podcasts across devices.
The plan structure makes the core distinction clear: Free includes the station library, unlimited favorites, podcast streaming and sleep timer. Pro costs €9.99 as a one-time purchase, adding offline podcast downloads, radio recording, scheduled recordings, an alarm clock and premium visualizers. Offline listening applies to downloaded podcast episodes, not live radio streams, so listeners seeking to save broadcasts for later should note that distinction. This pricing fits buyers who value recording or the added podcast and alarm tools, while the free tier covers the central listening features.
Its strongest fit is desktop listening with more control than basic station playback: recording to audio files and scheduling recordings stand out, alongside the equalizer and history. Last.fm and Discord Rich Presence connect it to external services, and the listed Windows, macOS and Linux versions give desktop users options alongside mobile apps. Those who want radio recording, broad station choice and an inexpensive one-time Pro upgrade should consider ZENDER. Listeners who need offline live radio or verified CarPlay support should look elsewhere; podcast downloads do not provide offline access to live stations.
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ZENDER fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | €9.99 one-time |
| Offline listening | Yes |
| Stations listed | 60000 |
| Platforms | Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, iOS |
| Ad-free listening | Yes |
| Sleep timer | Yes |
| CarPlay support | Not verified |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs, Email |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 2 integrations: Last.fm, Discord Rich Presence |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | getzender.com |
| Facts checked | 5 Oct 2026 |
ZENDER integrations
ZENDER lists 2 integrations on its own site.
- Last.fm
- Discord Rich Presence
Alternatives to ZENDER
- TuneInA broad radio and audio catalog, with Premium adding sports, audiobooks and select ad-free streams.9.3
- BBC SoundsA free BBC audio service for live radio, catch-up programmes and podcasts in the UK.9.2
- iHeartA free radio and podcast service with paid options for on-demand music and offline listening.9.1
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