# The JOY FM

> Music

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id528252707](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id528252707)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id528252707`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Radio Training Network, Inc.
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (157 ratings)
- **Version:** 12.0.91
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-16
- **First published:** 2012-05-24
- **Size:** 55 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-joy-fm/id528252707)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://ldrinteractive.com/privacy-policy.php](http://ldrinteractive.com/privacy-policy.php)

## Description

The JOY FM delivers positive, uplifting Christian music wherever you go. Download the app to hear music from your favorite Christian artists and find JOY in every moment.

Explore curated channels—JOY Worship, Classic JOY, and LF Radio—for worship music, timeless praise, and faith-filled entertainment, all in one streaming experience.

## Rankings

- #113,861 — Overall

## Review summary

The JOY FM app is loved for uplifting Christian content, multi-device streaming, and improved UX/UI, with features that help users catch up on talks and engage with hosts. However, users report reliability issues—crashes and playback failures—along with WiFi playback problems, stale or incomplete content updates, and compatibility gaps on older devices. Overall, content and design are strong, but stability and device support need fixes.

### Pros

- Uplifting Christian content and friendly hosts that keep listeners hopeful and joyful.
- Stream anywhere across devices, with reliable access even when the radio signal is lost.
- New version’s design and UX/UI improvements are praised.
- Ability to catch up on missed talks and send voice messages, fostering community.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes or playback stops after updates, making the app unreliable.
- WiFi listening issues where the app won't play over WiFi and requires cellular data.
- UI/UX problems like content not refreshing or updating current songs/verses on some devices.
- Compatibility problems on older devices (e.g., older iPods/iPhones) after updates.

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