How to Listen to SiriusXM Radio Online

Sirius and XM were satellite radio's twin faces in the early 2000s, a time when the medium was still a novel and unproven concept. In 2008, the services merged into SiriusXM Internet Radio and evolved into a top streaming service that lets you listen to music, talk, and sports on your PC, smartphone, tablet, or internet radio device or in a wide range of motor vehicles. Today, SiriusXM focuses heavily on live audio content, and the ease and convenience with which it lets you access the service's many excellent shows and channels make the platform stand out in a packed streaming audio field. As a result, SiriusXM Internet Radio is an easy Editors' Choice pick among streaming music services.

SiriusXM Internet Radio's Many Plans

SiriusXM has a comically expansive list of subscription plans, more so than any other music streaming service we’ve reviewed. The company has tightened its offerings since we last reviewed it, but there are still many options available. Its core plan, Streaming Platinum, gives you more than 400 channels to stream via the app, including original talk shows, sports, Howard Stern’s channels, Pandora stations, and SiriusXM’s in-studio shows and performances. Streaming Platinum can be used with your smartphone, tablet, internet radio device or PC for $10.99 per month.

It is worth noting that SiriusXM charges more for services that include both app and vehicle listening. For example, Platinum is a bundle similar to Streaming Platinum, but it extends the service to cars and vehicles, and bumps the price to $23.99 per month. The Music and Entertainment package, previously called Mostly Music, is a $18.99-per-month bundle for listening devices and vehicles that offers slightly fewer channel options.  

To listen to SiriusXM Radio online, you can use the SiriusXM website or the SiriusXM app. Here's a step-by-step guide:

Listening on the SiriusXM Website:

1. Create an Account:

   • If you don't already have a SiriusXM account, you'll need to sign up for one on the SiriusXM website.

2. Login:

   • Once you have an account, log in to the SiriusXM website using your username and password.

3. Choose a Subscription:

   • Select a subscription plan that includes online streaming. Some plans may require an additional fee for online access.

4. Access the Player:

   • After subscribing, go to the SiriusXM website and log in. Look for the "Listen Online" or "Player" option.

5. Start Listening:

   • Click on the channel you want to listen to, and the online player should start streaming the content.

Listening on the SiriusXM App:

1. Download and Install the App:

   • Download the SiriusXM app from the App Store (for iOS devices) or Google Play Store (for Android devices).

2. Create an Account:

   • If you don't have a SiriusXM account, you may need to sign up for one through the app.

3. Login:

   • Log in to the app using your SiriusXM username and password.

4. Choose a Subscription:

   • Select a subscription plan that includes online streaming if you haven't done so already.

5. Navigate to Channels:

   • Once logged in, navigate to the "Channels" section of the app.

6. Select a Channel:

   • Choose the channel you want to listen to, and the app will start streaming the content.

Remember that you need an active SiriusXM subscription that includes online streaming to access content through the website or app. Also, the availability of specific channels or features may depend on your subscription level.

Keep in mind that the exact steps and interface may vary slightly based on updates to the SiriusXM service or changes to the app, so it's always a good idea to refer to the latest instructions provided by SiriusXM or within the app itself.