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KaraFun
Lille, France
What it is
KaraFun offers karaoke, singing battles and music quizzes through apps for singing and playing together. It is available on Android, iOS, macOS, Windows and the web. The Free plan is free and includes free songs, Premium song previews, access to try features and one quiz. Premium is £7.99 a month and includes all songs, playlists, offline sync, unlimited quizzes and Battle, plus remote connections for up to 20 people. Singers can adjust a song’s key and tempo and choose lead, backing or guide vocals. Guests can browse the catalog on a smartphone and add songs to the queue. The service says it adds more than 400 new karaoke songs each month. Offline Sync can keep up to 1,000 songs on a device, while Vocal Match analyzes a user’s voice and matches it against songs; that feature is limited to iOS and Android. Premium is for private use. Pro costs £39.99 a month and includes a commercial license. Recording rights coverage applies to the licensed catalog with synchronized lyrics, but customers remain responsible for public performance royalties.
For and against
For
- Song key and tempo can be adjusted.
- Guests can queue songs using smartphones.
- Offline Sync supports up to 1,000 songs.
- More than 400 songs are added monthly.
- Pro includes a commercial license.
Against
- One account can be used on one device at a time.
- Vocal Match is limited to iOS and Android.
- Premium is for private use.
- Customers remain responsible for public performance royalties.
The verdict
KaraFun combines karaoke tracks with group queues, quizzes and singing battles. Private-use Premium and commercial Pro are separate plans, and customers still need to account for public performance royalties.
Who it suits
KaraFun suits people who want karaoke at home or group singing activities with quizzes and battles. Professional or public performances require a professional subscription, and public performance royalties remain the customer’s responsibility.
Plans and prices
Premium
all songs · offline sync · playlists · vocal volume, key and tempo controls
Read 14 Oct 2026 · karafun.com
Pro
Premium features · commercial license · permanent QR code · advanced interface customization
Read 14 Oct 2026 · karafun.com
Stage Essential
100 participants · commercial license · custom URL · automatic singer rotation
Read 14 Oct 2026 · business.karafun.com
Stage Amplify
300 participants · commercial license · AI content moderation · custom logo with watermark
Read 14 Oct 2026 · business.karafun.com
Stage Max
1,000 participants · commercial license · AI content moderation · custom logo with watermark
Read 14 Oct 2026 · business.karafun.com
Free
Free songs and Premium song previews · try all features · one free quiz
Read 29 Sep 2026 · karafun.com
On the record
- Account limit
- One account can be used on only one device at a time, although the app can be installed on multiple devices.karafun.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- API availability
- In a company Reddit AMA, KaraFun staff said the currently available API is for KaraFun Business clients and connects booking systems to session management.reddit.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Catalog
- The service says it adds more than 400 new karaoke songs to the app each month.karafun.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Catalog updates
- The apps page advertises more than 400 new tracks added each month.karafun.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Commercial licensing
- Stage subscriptions include a commercial license, while Premium is restricted to private use.business.karafun.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Company
- KaraFun Group says it was founded in 2005 by brothers Barthélémy and Jean-Baptiste to provide an alternative to traditional karaoke and backing tracks.karafun-group.com · read 29 Sep 2026
- Company founding and size
- LinkedIn lists KaraFun Group as founded in 2005 with 11–50 employees, while its profile description says about 100 enthusiasts.linkedin.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Company funding and ownership
- Crunchbase describes KaraFun Group as a private venture founded in 2005 in Lille, with a Series Unknown funding classification.crunchbase.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Company identity
- LinkedIn lists KaraFun Group as a privately held entertainment provider headquartered in Lille, Hauts-de-France.linkedin.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Desktop and mobile apps
- Native applications are offered for Windows, macOS, iPhone, iPad and Android.karafun.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Documentation
- The help center has sections for Windows, Android, iPhone/iPad, Mac, Web, Party Station, Community Studio and KaraFun Player.karafun.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Free access limits
- The free version provides 30-second previews, a limited set of full songs and one quiz; there is no consumer free-trial period.karafun.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Limit: connectivity and billing complaints
- Trustpilot reviews include reports of songs loading slowly, playback depending on internet access and subscriptions continuing to bill after cancellation.trustpilot.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Limit: hosting workflow
- Independent karaoke-host discussions report weak singer-rotation workflow and limited queue management compared with dedicated KJ software.reddit.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Limit: missing recordings
- App Store reviewers identify the lack of voice recording as a significant missing feature.apps.apple.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Limit: subscription cost
- Trustpilot and App Store reviewers complain that full access is expensive or that the app appears free but requires Premium for most songs.trustpilot.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Microphone limitation
- Microphone input is supported on iOS and Mac, while other platforms require external audio equipment or software.karafun.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Network requirements
- Firewall configuration may need to allow karafun.com and recis.io for catalog access.karafun.com · read 14 Oct 2026
The review
Overview
KaraFun is a karaoke service for people who want to sing alone or make a shared session more participatory. It suits households and groups that value adjustable tracks, guest song queues and offline playback; its clearest drawback is that private Premium does not cover professional or public performances.
The catalog is refreshed with more than 400 new karaoke songs each month, according to KaraFun. The service also includes singing battles and music quizzes, giving a group more to do than taking turns at the microphone.
Key features
- Flexible song controls: Adjust key and tempo, set singers’ volumes, and choose lead, backing or guide vocals. These options help adapt a track to different voices, though performance recording is not offered.
- Guest queue: Guests can connect by smartphone, browse the catalog and add songs to the queue. That reduces the need to pass around a main device when a group is choosing music.
- Offline Sync: Premium and Pro can keep up to 1,000 songs synchronized or downloaded for offline playback. This is useful where connectivity is unreliable, but the one-device-at-a-time account limit still applies.
- Vocal Match: On iOS and Android, the feature analyzes a user’s voice and matches it against songs. It is a mobile-only extra, not a reason to choose KaraFun for desktop use.
- Professional licensing: Pro covers sound recording rights with synchronized lyrics for its licensed catalog. Customers remain responsible for public performance royalties, so the subscription does not remove every licensing obligation.
Pricing
KaraFun is freemium, with no free trial. The free tier costs nothing and includes free songs, Premium song previews, access to try all features, and one free quiz. It is a low-commitment way to sample the service, but the song access and quiz allowance are limited.
Premium costs £7.99 a month (billed £7.99 / month). It includes all songs, offline sync, playlists, singer-volume, key and tempo customization, unlimited quizzes and Battle, remote connections for 20 people, and up to 1,000 downloaded songs. This is the sensible fit for private users who want the full catalog and group controls. Premium is for private use, not professional or public performances.
Pro costs £39.99 a month (billed £39.99 / month). It includes Premium features, a commercial license, a permanent QR code, advanced interface customization, remote connections for 100 people, and up to 1,000 offline songs. The higher price is aimed at commercial hosts who need those larger group and setup options; public performance royalties remain their responsibility.
One account can be installed on multiple devices but used on only one device at a time. That makes KaraFun less suitable for simultaneous use across multiple rooms or devices on a single account.
Platforms
KaraFun is available on Android, iOS, macOS, web and Windows. Vocal Match is limited to iOS and Android.
Who it's for
KaraFun is a strong fit for private karaoke groups that want song adjustments, guest-controlled queues, quizzes and offline playback in one service. Pro is the relevant option for commercial hosts who need its commercial license and support for up to 100 remote guests. It is not the right choice for users who need to record performances, or for professional events on the private Premium plan.
Pros and cons
- Pro: Song controls cover key, tempo, singer volume and vocal parts, making the catalog more adaptable for group singing.
- Pro: Remote queues and up to 1,000 offline songs support group sessions even when the main device or internet connection is a constraint.
- Pro: The free tier allows users to try features and hear previews before paying.
- Con: Free access is capped at free songs, previews and one quiz, so it is not a substitute for the full catalog.
- Con: One account can be active on only one device at a time, despite being installable on multiple devices.
- Con: Pro does not cover customers’ public performance royalties, and KaraFun does not provide performance recording.
Alternatives
Consider Karaoke Software to compare karaoke options across the category. Karaoke 5 is worth considering if a free player and manager matter more than synchronization, mobile management or music quizzes; its free tier excludes those features. OpenKJ is a free, open-source karaoke hosting option, while its Songbook plan starts at $9.99 a month. Smule may suit singers who want to join existing duets at no cost, with VIP All Access Pass at $19.99 a month.
TKaraoke, StarMaker, Singa, Yokee and Encore Karaoke are other options to compare.
Verdict
Choose KaraFun for private group karaoke when adjustable songs, guest queues, quizzes and offline playback matter more than recording performances. Its free tier offers a way to sample the service, while Premium unlocks the full private-use experience. Commercial hosts should look to Pro, but anyone needing public performance royalties covered must account for that separately.
