Local-first music library
Import music from Files or iCloud Drive, transfer supported audio from a Mac or PC over the same trusted Wi-Fi network, and retain albums, artists, artwork, and track order in the library.
OVO
OVO is a local-first music player for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch that combines imported music files with Apple Music, SoundCloud, direct streams, and synced folders. It helps Apple-device users organize personal collections, play local tracks offline, and control playback across devices.
Local music and connected sources in one Apple-device player
OVO is a local-first music player for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. It places music files imported from Files, iCloud Drive, or a Mac or PC beside connected sources such as Apple Music, SoundCloud, direct streams, and synced folders.
The app is designed for people who maintain a personal music collection but also listen to cloud catalogs, online stations, or remote folders. Local tracks can be organized by albums, artists, folders, playlists, and search, then played offline after import; source behavior remains separate where a connection or provider account is required. iCloud syncs the OVO library between Apple devices, while Apple Watch can play synced local files independently or control playback from the paired iPhone for streams and Apple Music.
Key features
Multiple music sources
Connect Apple Music, SoundCloud, direct stream URLs, live HLS streams, and folders from Files, iCloud Drive, or a WebDAV server alongside local files.
Library organization
Browse by albums, artists, songs, playlists, folders, and search; create playlists across connected sources and identify downloaded content for offline playback.
Playback sound controls
Use a 10-band equalizer, Bass Boost, and Volume Boost to adjust playback for different recordings and listening equipment.
Party Mode visuals
Enable Party Mode for supported local tracks to show artwork-derived colors, fluid motion, and beat-reactive pulses, with optional rhythm haptics on supported iPhones.
Apple-device support
Use the full player on iPhone, a wider sidebar-and-grid library on iPad, and synced local-file playback or paired-iPhone control on Apple Watch.
Practical use cases
Managing a personal music collection
Import an established collection from Files, iCloud Drive, or a computer, then browse it by album, artist, folder, or playlist while keeping local tracks available without a connection.
Moving music from a computer
Use the temporary Wi-Fi Transfer page and one-time code to send supported audio from a Mac or PC without a cable, cloud upload, or companion desktop app.
Combining owned and online listening
Keep local files next to Apple Music, SoundCloud, direct stream URLs, and internet radio so discovery, owned music, and live audio are accessible from one player.
Maintaining a changing remote library
Connect a Files, iCloud Drive, or WebDAV folder and configure its update behavior, allowing a folder-based collection to stay current without duplicating every track.
Listening away from the phone
Sync local files to Apple Watch before a run or walk for phone-free playback, or use the Watch as a controller for streams and Apple Music playing on the paired iPhone.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Supports local offline playback in several stated formats, including FLAC, WAV, AIFF, AAC, and ALAC.
- Offers several import paths, including Files, iCloud Drive, Wi-Fi Transfer from a Mac or PC, and WebDAV folders.
- Combines local files with Apple Music, SoundCloud, streams, and synced folders without requiring each source to be opened separately.
- Provides library-focused browsing, cross-source playlists, search, and a 10-band equalizer with bass and volume controls.
- Extends the library across iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch through iCloud sync, with local-file playback on the Watch.
Cons
- The product is designed for Apple devices: iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch; no other platforms are documented in the supplied material.
- Online streams require a connection, and Apple Music playback remains subject to Apple's availability rules.
- Party Mode is limited to supported local tracks rather than Apple Music, SoundCloud, or direct streams.
FAQ
Which devices does OVO support?
OVO runs on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. iCloud syncs the OVO library between Apple devices.
How can I add my own music to OVO?
Import music from the Files app or an iCloud Drive folder. You can also send supported audio from a Mac or PC through OVO's temporary Wi-Fi Transfer page while both devices are on the same network.
Which audio formats does OVO support?
OVO supports MP3, AAC, M4A/ALAC, FLAC, WAV, and AIFF for local music, according to the product site.
Can OVO play music offline?
Local files can play offline after import. Direct streams require a connection, and Apple Music playback follows Apple's availability rules. On Apple Watch, synced local files play on the Watch; streams and Apple Music are controlled through the paired iPhone.
What sound and visual controls are included?
Yes. OVO includes a 10-band equalizer, Bass Boost, and Volume Boost. Party Mode adds artwork-derived visuals and beat-reactive pulses to supported local tracks; optional rhythm haptics are available on supported iPhones.
Quick Facts
- Category
- Music player
- Platforms
- iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
- Local formats
- MP3, AAC, M4A/ALAC, FLAC, WAV, AIFF
- Import methods
- Files, iCloud Drive, Wi-Fi Transfer, WebDAV folders
- Connected sources
- Apple Music, SoundCloud, direct streams, synced folders
- Pricing
- Not specified on the supplied product pages
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