# Austin Business Journal

> Austin local business news, intelligence, and community updates. (iPhone/iPad app by American City Business Journals.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/austin-business-journal/id303455966 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [American City Business Journals](https://appshunter.io/developer/303455969)
- Category: Business, News
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 490 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 28 MB
- Languages: British English
- Released: 2009-02-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/austin-business-journal/id303455966/reviews.md

## What is Austin Business Journal?

The number 1 source for Austin local business news and intelligence. Get current business headlines with daily newsletters, weekly digital editions and more. The Austin Business Journal has everything you need to grow and protect your business in your local community, including news on:

- Commercial Real Estate
- Banking & Finance
- Health Care
- Residential Real Estate
- Small Businesses
- Travel & Tourism
- Jobs & Careers
- Many more local business topics

Download the Austin Business Journal and get the local business news you need.

New subscribers:
Subscriptions purchased within this app are valid only for the features of this app. We are continually evaluating and adding more options to our apps each month.

Existing subscribers:
You may use your current print or digital subscription to view the features available in this app. Note, not all subscription types are supported in the app at this time. We are continually evaluating and adding more options to our mobile apps each month.

For additional information, please contact us at (866) 853-3661.

Please note: App subscriptions do not include access to subscription-only content on our website.

Additional Subscription Information:
• Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
• Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal.
• Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase.
• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.

Privacy Policy - https://www.acbj.com/privacy
Terms of Use - https://www.acbj.com/useragreement
Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable."

## Key features

- Local business headlines
- Daily newsletters
- Weekly digital editions
- Commercial Real Estate news
- Banking & Finance updates
- Healthcare industry news
- Small Business insights

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Quarterly Subscription | $48.99 | per 3 months |
| Biannual Subscription | $79.99 | per 6 months |
| Austin Business Journal | $179.99 | per year |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| February 5, 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| February 19, 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| March 4, 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| April 1, 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| December 30, 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| February 01, 2019 | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Austin Business Journal?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast downloads
- 👍 Easy to use and read
- 👍 Easier than reading through safari
- 👍 Great publication is now mobile

**Cons**

- 🐛 App does not work
- 🐛 Issues are old and out of order
- 🐛 Recent updates have wrecked the app
- 🐛 Timed viewing is detrimental on slow connections
- 🐛 Vanilla and uninteresting interface
- 🐛 Articles are lame and uninteresting
- 🐛 App is not HD iPad version

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unable to login
- Issues loaded are always at least one week old
- Issues out of chronological order
- Can't get back to the contents page after opening a story

**Most requested features**

- Fix the app after updates
- Ensure current issues are loaded
- Chronological order of issues
- Remove timed viewer
- HD iPad version, more like the actual journal

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/austin-business-journal/id303455966/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Unable to login through this app… TOTALLY USELESS! August 2026

*2026-08-05*

Needs to be fixed, this subscription isn’t cheap.

### 1/5 — App does not work - issues not current

*2020-02-22*

Issues loaded into app are always at least one week old, never current.  Also out of chronological order.  Support team is of no help whatsoever.  They can’t get the problem fixed after months of repeated problem reports.  ABJ clearly does not value its subscribers.  Very odd since most newspapers are struggling to retain customers.

### 1/5 — Updated app needs a lot of help

*2020-02-14*

The recent updates have wrecked this app. New issues are always a week behind to show up. New issues are usually inserted into the scroll out of chronological order. Dumb stuff that shouldn’t be that difficult to fix, but we’re about two months in now. You basically broke what was a perfectly functioning app. Looking forward to seeing it fixed.

### 2/5 — Timed Viewing

*2015-03-02*

Timed viewing is pointless on a slow connection (yes, they still exist!). If part of the plan is to promote Austin and the success of its businesses, any level of timed viewing is detrimental. I used to enjoy this App; now I see no value in reading it (not enough time), and recommending items of interest to potential investors. Poor choice folks. Lose the timed viewer

### 5/5 — Download speed

*2013-12-06*

I think it's great how fast the issues download. Never have to wait.

### 3/5 — Is there a bug today?

*2012-02-10*

After opening a story I can't get back to the contents page.  A bug maybe?  Pertinent information to business otherwise. Appreciated.

### 1/5 — Ho Hum

*2011-11-23*

It could be a lot better; most of the articles are lame and uninteresting.

### 2/5 — Good app but

*2010-07-30*

When will they go with the HD iPad version and make it more like reading the actual journal?

### 3/5 — Great free app

*2010-01-09*

Easy to use and read.

### 4/5 — Outreach Director, CPPP.org

*2009-03-27*

Much easier than reading the paper through safari.

## Frequently asked questions about Austin Business Journal

### What kind of news does the Austin Business Journal app provide?

The app provides comprehensive local business news and intelligence specific to the Austin area. This includes updates on commercial real estate, banking and finance, healthcare, residential real estate, small businesses, travel and tourism, jobs and careers, and many other local business topics.

### How can I access content in the Austin Business Journal app?

New users can access features through subscriptions purchased within the app. Existing subscribers to the print or digital edition may also be able to view app features, though not all subscription types are currently supported. The app offers daily newsletters and weekly digital editions.

### What are the subscription options and costs for the app?

Subscriptions are managed through iTunes Account and payment is charged upon purchase confirmation. Auto-renewal is an option that can be turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Account charges for renewal occur within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of renewal is identified. No cancellations are allowed during an active subscription period.

### Is the Austin Business Journal app compatible with my device?

The provided data does not specify device compatibility. However, it mentions that subscriptions purchased within the app are valid only for the app's features and that the app is continually being updated with more options. For specific compatibility information, it is recommended to check the app store listing or contact customer support.

### Can I use my website subscription to access content in the app?

No, app subscriptions do not include access to subscription-only content on the Austin Business Journal website. Subscriptions purchased within the app are valid exclusively for the features available within the mobile application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 33.7 — 2026-01-09

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 33.6 — 2026-01-02

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 33.5 — 2025-10-20

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 33.4 — 2025-08-31

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 33.3 — 2024-11-19

Bug fixes and performance improvements

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