MP3 Downloader - Music Player

What it is

MP3 Downloader - Music Player is a combined music app for people who want local MP3 playback, online music discovery, podcasts and radio in one place. It suits listeners who prefer a broad set of controls and sources over a minimal player focused only on files stored on the phone.

The app brings together local playback, YouTube-based listening, song identification and access to more than 100,000 FM radio stations. Its 100,000,000+ installs and rating of 4.287329 from 612,529 reviews suggest that it has reached a large and active audience.

Listening and discovery

• Play music from the device alongside streamed YouTube content.
• Browse FM radio stations and manage podcasts for listening away from the main discovery screen.
• Identify a song and use recommendations or personalised playlists to find related music.
• Keep video or music in a floating player while using other apps.

Controls and utilities

This is more than a basic playback queue. An equalizer, bass boost and variable-speed control provide ways to adjust sound and timing, while a sleep timer helps stop playback automatically. A ringtone cutter and tag editor are useful additions for users who organise their own audio collection.

The interface offers more than 50 dark themes and includes a Pocket Mode intended to reduce accidental touches when the phone is stored. The number of tools may appeal to power users, although listeners looking for a simple, uncluttered player may need time to find the settings they use most.

At a glance

• Developer: Super Music Player Downloader
• Category: Music & Audio
• Best suited to: listeners who want local files, streaming discovery, radio and audio utilities together
• Consider instead: a simpler dedicated music player if you do not need radio, discovery or editing features