Recently, I gifted a Roku Streaming Stick 4K to my brother, who is very happy to know the spectacular features of Roku. He will listen to music more often than watching movies, and his favorite music application is iHeartRadio. He asked me to install the iHeartRadio app on Roku. Here, I have shared my experience of how I installed the iHeart app on Roku Streaming Stick 4K.
The installation of iHeart (iHeartRadio) is simple since it is officially available in the Roku Channel Store. After that, you should activate your iHeart account to listen to music and podcasts on Roku.
In this guide, you will acquire knowledge of installing iHeart on Roku. I have also provided the procedure to stream iHeart on Roku using your smartphone.
How to Install iHeartRadio on Roku
1. Turn on and connect the Roku to WiFi.
2. Go to the home page by clicking the Home key on the remote.
3. Choose the Streaming Channels option on the home screen of Roku.
4. Tap Search Channels from the list of options in the Roku Channel Store.
5. Enter iHeart using the on-screen keyboard and select iHeart from the suggestions.
6. From the iHeart description, click + Add Channel to install the app on Roku.
7. Click Go to Channel to open iHeart on your Roku device.
Alternate Way to Add iHeartRadio to Roku
1. Run a web browser on your PC. Visit the Roku website (channelstore.roku.com).
2. Sign in to your Roku account with valid credentials.
3. Enter iHeart in the search bar and locate the app.
4. Click + Add Channel to add iHeart to Roku.
It may take 24 hours to add the channel to your Roku TV Stick. You can update the Roku to get iHeart on your Roku immediately.
How to Activate iHeartRadio on Roku
Thus, the iHeartRadio app is successfully added to your device. After installing, you must activate the app to access it on your Roku device.
1. Open the iHeart app on your Roku device.
2. You will find a code on the TV.
3. On a PC or smartphone browser, visit (https://www.iheart.com/activate).
4. Login with your iHeartRadio credentials.
5. Enter the code on the field and click the Continue or Activate button.
On successful activation, the app will load and display the content. Play and stream it on your Roku device.
How to Stream iHeartRadio on Roku Using Android
Before getting into the steps, ensure you enable Screen Mirroring on Roku.
1. Connect your Roku to WiFi, which should be the same as Android.
2. Install the iHeart app on Android by visiting the Play Store.
3. Swipe up/down the notification panel and click the Cast icon.
4. Select your Roku device name to pair.
5. Once paired, open the iHeart app and sign in to your account.
6. Play a song on the iHeart app, which will simultaneously play on your Roku device.
7. To stop streaming, tap the Cast icon again and click Disconnect.
How to AirPlay iHeartRadio to Roku Using iPhone
1. Connect your Roku and iPhone to the same WiFi.
2. Install the iHeart app on your iPhone from the App Store.
3. Open the iHeart app and sign in with suitable credentials.
4. Play a song or podcast you want to listen to.
5. Go to the Control Center and tap the AirPlay 2 icon in the media player.
6. Select your Roku device to connect.
That’s it. Now, you can listen to iHeart songs and podcasts via Apple AirPlay.
How to Fix iHeartRadio Not Working on Roku
Sometimes, iHeartRadio won’t work on your Roku device for several reasons. Here, we have listed the possible reasons and the necessary fixes to resolve the issue.
- Poor Internet Connection: Connect your Roku device to a different WiFi or restart your WiFi router.
- Overloaded Cache: Clear the app cache on Roku.
- Server Outage: Check whether the iHeartRadio server is down. If it is, you must wait for the problem to be resolved.
- Unknown Bugs: Restart your Roku device by unplugging it and plugging it back into the power source.
- Device incompatibility: Uninstall and re-install an updated version of the iHeartRadio app.
- Outdated Firmware: Update your Roku device to the latest version.
Features of iHeartRadio
- Discover thousands of local and global live radio stations 24/7.
- Expanded categories of podcasts – news, sports, talk, comedy, and music.
- Live sports stations like Fox Sports Radio, ESPN Radio, and more.
- Get regular updates on popular leagues like the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, Golf, Soccer, NCCA, and Tennis.
- Organizable free and hand-curated playlists according to your mood, activity, decade, and genre.
- You can adjust the playback speed of your favorite podcasts.
- Download songs and playlists for offline listening.
iHeartRadio Subscription Plans
The iHeartRadio app is free to use with some restrictions. If you upgrade to iHeartRadio premium, you will get benefits like streaming ad-free playlists, no skip limit, or unlimited personalized playlists. It provides two memberships, iHeartRadio Plus and iHeartRadio All Access. You can subscribe to these plans by visiting the iHeartRadio official website.
| Plans | For Web & Android | For iOS |
|---|---|---|
| iHeartRadio Plus | $4.99/month | $5.99/month |
| iHeartRadio All Access | $9.99/month | $12.99/month |
Note: If you are unsatisfied with the service, cancel your iHeartRadio subscription on Roku anytime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You can only get a 30-day free trial for the iHeartRadio All Access subscription on Roku.
Yes. iHeartRadio is free to install and stream with limited commercials.