Slacker Radio APK for Android

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffApril 1, 2026

Slacker Radio for Android provides high-quality music streaming with a neatly designed and fast program that offers amazing tools to make the most of your experience. This application sometimes has display errors, but its overall quality is superb, making it one of the top competitors in its category.

Pros

Smart tools: One of the best features of Slacker Radio for Android is the unique "My Vibe" tool that suggests music to fit your mood or setting, and the fine tuning options help provide content based on popularity or obscurity. This application is also integrated with services like Facebook and Ford SYNC to help ease music listening.

Variety of sources: This application is sure to please whoever uses it because of the large amount of stations and music genres that it supports, offering content ranging from public radio to Univision. Each category has multiple stations, so you will always find enjoyable music.

Excellent performance: From initial installation to streaming your first song takes only a few seconds due to the fast speed of Slacker Radio. Music and videos played smoothly with high-quality sound during our tests.

Cons

Display errors: We sometimes noticed that the Play and Pause buttons would switch places, causing us to become confused. At other times, the album art for the previous song would remain onscreen after the next had loaded.

Bottom Line

Slacker Radio for Android will definitely exceed all of your expectations because of its high-powered abilities. We'd love if a lyrics tool, similar to Shazam's, were added to Slacker Radio because it would make for a more engaging experience. If you like music or any form of radio, then you will be impressed with Slacker Radio for Android.

What’s new in version 9.17.0

-Support for ABC Lifestyle stations

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: July 26, 2012

Latest update: April 1, 2026

Version: 9.17.0

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Android

Operating System: Android 15.0

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 9,368

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

2.1/5

7 User Votes

Crashes and won't work most of the time
killiashSeptember 16, 2014
Pros
When it works, seems to have good quality play, and nice interface.
Cons
Most of the time it won't run, and when it does, it eventually crashes and/or locks up my android. Even when I am not using it or exit; it starts back up and runs in the background and uses so many resources that it slows down other apps and drains battery, keeps turning on my WiFi, even when I want WiFi off.
Summary
Wastes too much phone CPU and memory resourses, buggy software that won't work well.
Goes into Error Loop and Phone is Unusable Until Restar
darrell.piattJune 6, 2014
Pros
I never even opened the app but it was running anyway.
Cons
Throws errors and prevents use of phone functionality (can't even make calls when errors are occurring).
Summary
Popped up com.slacker.radio has stopped error. Hitting OK simply brought it back less than a second later. Could not access other phone functions - even making calls. Hit Power off button and was able to beat the error after about 10 tries. Cannot uninstall. :-(
excelent product
strongholdrockSeptember 26, 2012
Pros
personal, fast, good quality.
Cons
no real downside to this product. works well. ocasional hickup.
Summary
pay for premium and you control your music. no comercials
Clever Thievery
ilasliMay 16, 2012
Pros
The concept, opening screen, and hype are appealing, but that is where the charm ends.
Cons
Very few - I discontinued using Slacker after one week because of too many bugs, poor music section and genre association. The security allowances concerned me, but I used the free application previously installed on my phone by Verizon. Extremely long story short - I rarely check my wireless bill as the charges are within a few dollars of each other each month. I noticed after 4 months that I was being billed $3.99/month for an unknown service. I contacted Verizon and they explained it was billing for Slacker. Though I had only used the "free" version of the service once, at some point it had "upgraded" me. I was told to contact Slacker, and I did through the online chat service. Conversing with Slacker representatives online is like beating your head against a wall (listed in summary below).
Summary
SR.: We can assist you with any information regarding your Slacker account or with the Slacker app on your phone. Is there anything that I am able to assist you with that I can help you with at this time? ***: Yes, I am speaking with Verizon right now (regarding a billing issue with Slacker - I never used or consented to use the full version, but was charged for it.) SR.: Again, we cannot assist you with any billing issues, since all billing issues are handled by Verizon. ***: Can you tell when I initially downloaded Slacker and when I began being charged? SR.: No, we're not able to say when the app was downloaded (though the app would have been installed on your phone from the factory so there wouldn't have been an install). ***: Can you please tell me who I would contact regarding usage data for my account? SR.: We don't provide usage data for accounts as that is proprietary information. ***: Legally can you disallow my access and knowledge of my own service usage and data? SR.: Is there a reason you would need access to that information? ***: Absolutely. Verizon believes it was a malfunction with my phone - sure enough I returned one the next month for the reason that it was random accessing and opening applications. SR: Since the charge you are referring to appears on your Verizon bill, that would indicate that you are charged by Verizon, so Verizon would have to credit you for any purchases made on your bill you wish to contest. If you had been billed by Slacker, you would see a notice on your bank account from Slacker directly, as we only bill directly via credit card purchase. ***: Absolutely, but I require account information from your company to solve this issue. SR.: If we are able to provide information to assist with this issue, we will be happy to. ***: I regret that I have given you the impression that I am foolish or inexperienced in billing matters. Though I have never had to deal with an issue like this,. I am fully aware that I was billed through Verizon. I am requesting your help in account issues and information - something that you are clearly unable or willing to provide. SR.: I am more than willing to provide that information. ***: I have stated that I require additional information for Verizon to refund my account, and requested that you provide me with my account usage history or direct me to some one who can. With out this information, I am unable to determine whether the account is being used by some one using my email address, or if it is in fact due to a software issue as we have surmised. SR.: Is there anything further that we can assist you with at this time? ***: I would hope in the future that Slacker would provide you with the resources and abilities to provide such basic information as "when was my account last used". That would be lovely. SR.: Account usage has no bearing on subscription refunds. ***: I'm looking for the candid camera. SR.: Again, if Verizon is stating otherwise, we would need the name of the person that is saying that. ***: You can see the relevance pertaining to my situation, correct? SR.: Slacker bills you for access to the subscription service, not for how much you use the service. You can use the service every day of the subscription period, or never during the subscription period, and you are billed the same amount. ***: They were looking for evidence as to whether it was a phone malfunction - account access data would provide evidence on this. ***: I very, very clearly understand that. That is not the issue at hand. I have stated several times why it was necessary to know whether or not the program was being used. SR.: Again, that has no bearing on issuing a refund for the subscription. SR.: If someone was saying that it does, then we would need their name. ***: In this case, as you have said Slacker is not responsible for the billing, to Verizon, IT HAS BEARING. ***: You are welcome to, but I'm dropping the issue because they provided a full refund. ***: You asked me what else could be done, and I'm answering you by saying this: Providing basic account assess information would be not only pleasing to your customers, but saving time in situations such as these. Good day. SR: Thank you for using Slacker Live Chat Support. Have a wonderful day. ***: You too, and may the rest of your day be free from those requesting the ever unavailable account information. I could post more, but it would be only the same. Bottom line is this: The service is inferior to other options (Pandora, TuneIn, etc), the billing is deceptive, and the customer service... well, you be the judge.
Would rate it a ZERO if it were an option
tahoedeeApril 9, 2012
Pros
Possibly the ONLY good thing would be the music if you paid for the higher end account. Otherwise, stay away.
Cons
First, contrary to what their "Live Talk" Customer Service representatives tell you, when you sign up for a Trial Account you are required to enter a credit card. Then, just TRY to cancel! Good luck - there is NO place on their website to cancel. The Customer Service rep argued with me about the required credit card, then told me to call them. After being placed on hold for 30 minutes I gave up and have filed complaints with my bank regarding the fraudulent credit card charge, Better Business Bureau, and our state attorney general. Not worth the headache to deal with a company who refuses to place a "cancel my account" button on their website.
Summary
Stay away from this company. They are deceptive.
Slacker Radio Sucks!!!!
nedfolksMarch 19, 2012
Pros
If you are an illegal you will be forced to listen to commercials in Spanish.
Cons
I think it reall sucks that I have to listen to SPANISH commercials on this crappy app. Last I checked this isn't Mexico or Spain. Don't waste yor money on this Anti-American app.
Summary
I love it, even if it isn't free.
FeelingLucky1973September 17, 2011
Pros
I can pretty much find whatever Artist, or song that I'm looking for.
Cons
It freeze's at times, but then I have to run at 2G speed more often than I'd like.
Summary
I love it.

Developer’s Description

Listen to personalized radio on your Android device.

With Slacker Radio for Android listen to free personalized radio on your Android smartphone. With millions of songs from thousands of artists, Slacker Radio is the best way to discover new artists and hear your favorite songs. Listen for free to over 100 expert-programmed radio stations from every genre or create your own custom stations.