# Q101 Chicago

> Music

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id864138333](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id864138333)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id864138333`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Cumulus Media
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 3.90 / 5 (15 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.1.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-05
- **First published:** 2014-04-21
- **Size:** 59 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/q101-chicago/id864138333)
- **Website:** [https://www.q101.com](https://www.q101.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.q101.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.q101.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Q101 Chicago - Chicago's Alternative Station

## Rankings

- #300,444 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise WKQX Q101 for its great music, DJs, and the ability to listen from different locations, plus smoother performance after updates and CarPlay support. However, recurring problems include crashes, playback interruptions, an ad-heavy experience, and occasional loading issues, which collectively hinder a consistently smooth listening experience.

### Pros

- Great music selection and engaging DJs with a diverse range of genres.
- The station’s content and brand are valued; easy to stay connected to home and listen from work or on the go.
- App improvements after updates; smoother performance and a positive redesign are noted by users.
- CarPlay support enhances the listening experience.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and stability issues requiring restarts or keeping the app foreground.
- Playback interruptions and background playback problems (music stops, reloads, or reboots) that disrupt listening.
- Ad-heavy experience with more ads and ads interfering with listening (ads playing without consistent radio playback).
- Loading or startup hang-ups and delays that impede use.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id864138333)