# CloudNews - Feed Reader > Personal server-based feed reader with cross-device synchronization and customizable reading options. (iPhone/iPad app by Peter Hedlund.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudnews-feed-reader/id683859706 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Peter Hedlund](https://appshunter.io/developer/500521540) - Category: News, Utilities - Price: $1.99 - Rating: 3.80/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 65 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 26.0 · 19 MB - Languages: German (Germany) - Released: 2013-08-12 - Data updated: 2026-09-02 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudnews-feed-reader/id683859706/reviews.md ## What is CloudNews? Note: Access to a Nextcloud server with the News app is required to use this app. CloudNews is a feed reader that syncs with the News app on your personal server. Once you have logged in to your server, all feeds with be kept in sync between devices and also the web interface. Optionally supports sync on startup and in the background. Read feeds conveniently by adjusting font size, line spacing, and margins. You can also go directly to the full web version of an article. Easily view the web version of articles and share articles with several services. Quickly see new articles on a home screen widget. ## Key features - Syncs with Nextcloud News app - Cross-device synchronization - Customizable reading view (font, spacing, margins) - Direct access to web articles - Article sharing - Home screen widget ## Chart rankings - #43 in Top Paid · News (US App Store) ## Recent user reviews (10 of 65) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cloudnews-feed-reader/id683859706/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Crashes reliably since last update *2025-12-02, version 4.1.3* Since the last upgrade, the app crashes reliably while showing the getting started lable. This can be reproduced on different devices for iPhone and iPad. That’s an unfortunate development for a long year user. ### 1/5 — So annoyingly slow *2022-10-05, version 3.13.0* This feed reader always was and still is so painfully slow… opening one feed takes 10 to sometimes 30 seconds. Impossible to use! It must be the apps programming which seem to be not very efficient. And no debug logs possible so impossible to check what’s wrong with it. So sad this is still the only option for Nextcloud news on iOS - next to the browser (which at least responds quickly and does not frustrate you, like sitting and spending your life time as with CloudNews). ### 1/5 — Fetching takes forever and doesn’t show results half the time *2022-02-11, version 3.13.0* Sadly not a great app. Background refresh doesn’t even work ### 2/5 — Seit update Fehler *2021-06-13, version 3.12.0* Seit dem Update gehen 2 meiner feeds nicht mehr. Es werden keine Daten mehr abgefragt. ### 1/5 — Disappointing *2021-04-21, version 3.11.0* Terrible user experience, nearly no updates, absolutely not fun to use. Don’t spend the money. ### 2/5 — Really annoying issue *2021-01-16, version 3.10.0* Strange behavior of the app. When I click on a news title very often the text doesn’t match the expected one. Most of the time it’s the next (or previous?) news and it repeats itself several times. Very annoying! ### 4/5 — Bring this back life please *2020-10-01, version 3.9.1* The app itself works but you can tell it needs some updates. All the options in the article view do not work. The article preview is so tiny you can barely read it when you click on something in your feed. I’d love to see this updated. Nextcloud users don’t get much love on IOS ha! This is the only RSS app besides fiery feeds that works with Nextcloud news. FF is subscription based though. ### 2/5 — Doesn’t Sync Articles, Only Shows of Unread Articles *2020-09-13, version 3.9.1* Was really looking forward to using a Nextcloud/Owncloud ATOM/RSS reader on iOS. Unfortunately as a paid apps it leaves much to be desired. ### 4/5 — GREAT APP, but I have some suggestions *2020-08-17, version 3.9.1* Please allow the app to have the sepia theme even though my phone is on dark mode. The black background makes it hard to read on websites. ### 1/5 — Buggy, far from ready for release *2019-12-26, version 3.9.1* News seem to get synced but some are not visible, increasing the counter for unread items but you will never be able to read them until you check in a webbrowser. Don’t buy this app. ## Frequently asked questions about CloudNews ### Does CloudNews require a Nextcloud server? Yes, access to a Nextcloud server with the News app installed is a mandatory requirement to use CloudNews. It synchronizes directly with this server to fetch and manage your news feeds. ### What devices does CloudNews support? CloudNews is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad, allowing for a consistent experience across your Apple ecosystem and desktop. ### How much does CloudNews cost? CloudNews is a paid application, priced at $1.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features. ### How often is CloudNews updated? The latest version, 4.2.1, was released on March 10, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development and support. ### Can I customize the reading experience in CloudNews? Yes, you can personalize your reading experience by adjusting the font size, line spacing, and margins within the app for optimal comfort. ### Does CloudNews have ads? No, CloudNews does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free reading environment. ### What is the age rating for CloudNews? CloudNews has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages. ### How does CloudNews handle article viewing? You can conveniently read articles directly within CloudNews with customizable formatting, or choose to view the full web version of any article. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.3.0 — 2026-05-21 - New option to mark all articles read when scrolling to the bottom of a feed. Off by default. - Bug fixes and performance improvements. ### 4.2.1 — 2026-03-10 Bug fixes and performance improvements ### 4.2.0 — 2026-01-28 - German localization - Bug fixes and performance improvements ### 4.1.5 — 2026-01-14 Bug fixes and performance improvements ### 4.1.4 — 2025-12-08 Bug fixes and performance improvements ## Apps similar to CloudNews | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [LIVE CCTV Camera :Sci-Fi Theme](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/live-cctv-camera-sci-fi-theme/id1231701793) | 5.0 (1) | $1.99 | News | | [Surfboard - RSS Reader](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surfboard-rss-reader/id6475021166) | 5.0 (2) | $4.99 | News | | [YourPods: Podcast Player](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yourpods-podcast-player/id6757721236) | 5.0 (2) | $4.99 | News | | [Feedero](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/feedero/id6443638677) | 5.0 (1) | Free | News | | [Keyboard Translator Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyboard-translator-pro/id1081117281) | — | $0.99 | News | | [Tessera News - RSS Reader](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tessera-news-rss-reader/id6761110696) | — | Free | News | ## More apps by Peter Hedlund - [CloudDeck](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clouddeck/id6760156027) All apps by Peter Hedlund: https://appshunter.io/developer/500521540 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-02.*