Simple Music: a kid-friendly iOS app for music and audiobooks — testers invited

Simple Music is an upcoming iOS app aimed specifically at families with children. Berlin developer Daniel Kuhl built the app to address common problems parents face with mainstream music and radio services — notably advertising, open catalogs that aren’t child-appropriate, and a lack of built-in protections for younger listeners.

The app focuses on a curated, ad-free listening experience and stronger parental controls so children can enjoy music and audiobooks independently without exposing them to inappropriate content. The developer is currently inviting users to test the app (likely via TestFlight or a similar beta system) to help refine features and safety measures before a wider release.

Key features and goals

• Curated content: Music and audiobooks selected for age-appropriateness rather than an open catalog model.
• No ads: Removes advertising that can expose children to unsuitable material or disrupt listening.
• Parental protections: Controls and safeguards to limit what kids can access and how they interact with the app.
• Family-first UX: Designed to be simple and safe for young users while still offering quality listening options.

Why it matters

Parents increasingly want safer, easy-to-use entertainment options for their kids — not just for convenience but to reduce exposure to unwanted content and data collection. Simple Music targets that need with a focused product that could complement broader services like Apple Music by offering a child-specific alternative.

Want to learn more or join the test? Read the original report for additional details and links: iFun.de — Simple Music report. We’ll update this post if the developer publishes a TestFlight link or further rollout information.

Discussion: Would you try a dedicated kids’ music app for your family — and what features (curation, parental locks, offline playback) matter most to you?