Many radio apps require subscriptions or accounts. Notch Radio plays internet radio in your MacBook's notch, showing live track titles and album art for each song. Unlock unlimited stations for a one-time $9.99 payment.
Notch Radio is a one-time purchase Mac app in Internet Utilities. It costs $9.99 one-time, with no subscription. A free tier is available.
Notch Radio places a live internet radio player inside your MacBook's notch, displaying real-time track titles and per-song album art. It connects to thousands of stations from the Radio Browser community directory. The app is free with a limit of five saved stations, and a one-time $9.99 unlock removes this limit and adds more features.
It suits Mac users who want a seamless radio experience integrated into their device's notch. The app requires macOS 14 Sonoma or later and runs natively on both Apple silicon and Intel Macs. A 14-day trial lets you explore all features before deciding to unlock.
Notch Radio does not proxy streams, so it plays only what the broadcaster provides. It does not require an account or subscription, and it does not work on Windows.
| License | Perpetual, lifetime updates |
|---|---|
| Updates | One payment, nothing renews, and there is nothing to cancel. |
| Trial | 14-day trial |
| Subscription also offered | No |
| Platforms | Mac |
| Minimum OS | macOS 14 |
| Account required | No |
Why we listed it
Notch Radio offers a one-time purchase option for $9.99, unlocking unlimited stations and additional features. The app runs on macOS 14 Sonoma or later.
Best for: Mac users who want radio integrated into their device's notch.
Not for: Windows users or those needing DRM-protected streams.
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