# RoboPhish

> A Live Phish player with gapless playback, setlists, show reviews, and photos.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bayapps.android.robophish](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bayapps.android.robophish)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bayapps.android.robophish`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Rokk Research
- **Category:** MUSIC\_AND\_AUDIO
- **Downloads:** 20,936
- **Rating:** 4.08 / 5 (317 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.2.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-23
- **First published:** 2016-07-28
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 5.33 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bayapps.android.robophish)
- **Website:** [http://www.rokkresearch.com](http://www.rokkresearch.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://sites.google.com/view/robophish-privacy-policy/home](https://sites.google.com/view/robophish-privacy-policy/home)

## Description

**RoboPhish** is your ultimate companion for streaming live Phish concerts on Android. With access to over 1,500 live shows and more than 3,500 hours of music, it provides seamless gapless playback through headphones, Bluetooth, and speakers (Chromecast excluded). The app integrates the Phish.in API for music and syncs with phish.net, offering detailed setlists and show reviews to enrich your listening experience. Support for Chromecast allows users to stream performances on larger screens easily.

RoboPhish also features exclusive photos from renowned photographers Andrea Nusinov and David Logan, enhancing the visual appeal of live shows. Whether you're a dedicated fan or new to Phish, this app delivers a comprehensive, high-quality live music experience right on your Android phone.

## Rankings

- #425,202 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_DOWNLOAD_MANAGER`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.bayapps.android.robophish.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

RoboPhish is praised for its extensive Phish live show collection and simple, user-friendly interface, especially favored for car Bluetooth use and free access. However, multiple users report frequent crashes, random playback interruptions, poor background play support, and problematic Chromecast integration. The app also lacks features such as playback position saving, downloads, bookmarks, and search functionality, leading to a mixed experience despite its strong content offerings.

### Pros

- Provides a comprehensive collection of Phish live shows, making it easy to access favorite setlists anytime.
- Simple and easy to use app design with good navigation for finding specific shows.
- Works well with car Bluetooth systems, enhancing listening during travel.
- Free to use, offering a lot of content at no cost.
- Allows listening from any time period, highly appreciated by long-time Phish fans.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and playback stopping randomly mid-song, causing frustration.
- Lack of proper background play support; music often cuts off when switching apps.
- Chromecast functionality is buggy, with issues like skipping songs or disconnecting after the first track.
- App does not save playback position after pausing or closing the app, requiring users to manually find their place again.
- Features like downloading, bookmarking, and search are missing or not working yet, limiting usability.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bayapps.android.robophish)