Radio Tell redefines digital radio by connecting users to Switzerland’s vibrant audio landscape. Stream over 100 stations—from Basel’s jazz beats to Valais’ alpine folk—with crisp audio and real-time updates. This app blends cultural immersion with tech-savvy features, ideal for expats and travelers craving authentic Swiss content.
Key Features of Radio Tell:
🔸 Geo-Tagged Stations
Automatically surfaces local broadcasters as you travel across cantons.
🔸 Cultural Timestamps
Labels traditional yodeling sessions and Schwyzerörgeli performances in schedules.
🔸 Multilingual Lyrics
Displays song texts in Swiss German, French, and Italian for language learners.
🔸 Helpline Integration
One-tap calls to station helplines during emergency weather alerts.
Strengths of Radio Tell:
The curated “Swiss Made” category highlights indie artists and underground DJs.
Low-latency streaming optimized for mountainous terrain connectivity.
Interactive station maps show broadcast ranges and cultural trivia.
Adaptive bitrate prevents drops during ski-lift rides or tunnel passages.
Limitations of Radio Tell:
- Web exclusives from SRF and RTS require separate subscriptions.
- Archive access is limited to 7 days for most public radio shows.
- No Chromecast support in the free version.
Behind the Scenes of Radio Tell:
Developed by Bern-based AudioHelvetia AG, whose engineers previously upgraded Swisscom’s radio infrastructure. Partners include Lucerne University’s ethnomusicology department for content tagging.
Competitive Edge of Radio Tell:
• vs. SwissRadio Pro: Offers deeper rural station coverage but lacks premium podcasts.
• vs. RadioAlps: Better UI for non-German speakers but fewer vintage radio restorations.
User Reception
4.8/5 on the App Store (CH), with 340K downloads since 2022. Praised in 2023 Swiss Digital Awards for preserving Romansh-language broadcasts.
Latest Updates
June 2024: Added Matterhorn Radio’s glacier melt reports and cross-station search by ZIP code.
Whether craving Gotthard traffic updates or Appenzell cattle bell symphonies, Radio Tell turns smartphones into portable Swiss radiophones. Free download includes 3 ad-free premium hours weekly.
