# DW WhoNews for Doctor Who

> Doctor Who news aggregator from 140+ fan websites. (iPhone/iPad app by Moonboom Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dw-whonews-for-doctor-who/id324696860 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Moonboom Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/863019753)
- Category: News, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 101 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 34 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-11-18
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dw-whonews-for-doctor-who/id324696860/reviews.md

## What is DW WhoNews for Doctor Who?

WhoNews brings you the latest news from over 140 of your favourite Doctor Who websites in one easy to use application. Visit www.who-news.com

◆ One universal app for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch buy once and use on all your devices.
◆ Most recent news, blogs, podcasts - time ordered and drawn from over 140 websites.
◆ Notifications pushed direct to your device news, blogs, podcasts - choose which notifications to receive in the app (Subscription only)
◆ News is downloaded in bulk from over 140 sites. A resilient server compiles the latest news every 15 minutes ready to be downloaded by WhoNews.
◆ Play podcasts direct in the app or via CarPlay (subscription required)
◆ Preview videos in news feed.

The free version of WhoNews allows you to download the latest news with a 1 hour delay and ads, subscribe to get the latest news anytime.

You may purchase an auto-renewing subscription through an In-App Purchase.

• Auto-renewable subscription

• 1 month ($2.49) with 2 week free trial or 12 month ($22.49) 23% discount

• Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.

• Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase

• Privacy policy can be found here:  http://www.moonboom.co.uk/resources/dw-whonews-for-doctor-who.pdf
• Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Take the hard work out of keeping up to speed with your favourite show.

For the latest news visit:
http://www.who-news.com

If there is a site you would like to see included contact me and I can dynamically update the list of news feeds available. If there is a feature you would like to see, please let me know.

Written by a fan for fans.

Further development is to come, so check for updates on a regular basis.

This application is neither endorsed or associated with the BBC. Doctor Who is copyright © British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) 1963, 2026
No infringement of this copyright is either implied or intended.

## Key features

- Aggregates news from 140+ Doctor Who websites
- Includes blogs and podcasts
- Time-ordered news feed
- Push notifications for news, blogs, and podcasts
- In-app podcast playback
- Video previews in news feed

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full WhoNews Access | $2.49 | per month |
| Full WhoNews Access | $21.99 | per year |


## What do users think of DW WhoNews for Doctor Who?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 📰 Comprehensive Doctor Who news aggregation
- 🎯 Centralized source for multiple Who-related websites
- 👍 User-friendly and easy navigation
- ⚡ Quick access to news without visiting multiple sites
- 🔄 Regular content updates
- 📱 Works well on iPhone and iPad
- 💬 Responsive developer who takes user feedback
- 🎨 Compact mode layout option
- 🔖 Bookmark feature for saving articles
- 🔔 Customizable notification settings

**Cons**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription for feed refresh despite upfront app cost
- 💰 High app price point
- 📢 Excessive notifications (even when disabled)
- 🎨 Bland or cluttered interface design
- 📊 Inefficient space usage in newer versions
- 🔍 Includes non-Doctor Who related celebrity news
- 📝 Short article descriptions lack detail
- ⏱️ Slow loading and timeout issues
- 🎯 Inconsistent content updates
- 📱 iPad layout issues with iOS 7 update

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch after updates
- Black screen display issue
- App won't load or function
- Crashes on iPad and iPhone
- Continuous updates despite disabled settings
- Incompatibility with older iOS versions
- App closes unexpectedly
- Loading timeout errors

**Most requested features**

- Customizable news source filtering
- Video content support
- Search functionality
- More images in articles
- US dollar pricing for products
- Improved visual design/prettier interface
- Bookmark management/deletion
- Better article descriptions
- News about lost episode findings

## Recent user reviews (10 of 101)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dw-whonews-for-doctor-who/id324696860/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Subscription to load online articles?

*2022-10-29*

I already paid for the app. Why do I have to pay a subscription to be able to refresh the feed to see articles of websites, none of them being sites that you own? I might as well just bookmark all the sites into an RSS feed and view them from there

**Developer response:** For over 10 years WhoNews has provided news and notifications for  a one off payment of $1.49. Unfortunately the cost of running servers and services to collect all the Who goodness from 100s of sites has become more expensive. 

If I don’t move to a subscription payment and enough users subscribe, then I will be force to shut the service down. That’s something I really don’t want to do.

For the price of a cup of coffee each month, you get all your Doctor Who news aggregated in one place, notified when stories break and continued development of the app plus support from a developer.

WhoNews still provides the latest news every 6 hours if you don’t subscribe.

### 4/5 — So glad the Compact Mode has returned.

*2022-04-24*

Delighted that the Compact Mode style has been returned. This has returned the app to one of my most regularly used apps. Thank you to the developer who took the time to reply to, and take on board feedback about the last version.

**Developer response:** Update: Thanks so much for updating your review, it really is appreciated and so glad you like the update. 😍
Original reply:
I’m really sorry to hear you don’t like the new upgrade, as I've had a lot of positive feedback from other users. However I will provide an alternate compact user interface in a future version very soon.

### 1/5 — Upgrade is awful

*2022-04-08*

That is all.

**Developer response:** I’m really sorry to hear you don’t like the new upgrade. If you contact me at appsupport@moonboom.com I’ll endeavor to either resolve your problem or improve the app based on your feedback.

### 5/5 — Great app.

*2022-01-16*

Great app.

### 3/5 — Disappointing

*2020-03-07*

Now seems to have settled down as ads and banners seem to have stopped 

Here’s hoping

**Developer response:** Thanks for taking the time to leave a review, not sure I completely understand your comments though. Feel free to drop me an email at appsupport@moonboom.com and I can try and address any problems.

### 4/5 — Good resource

*2016-08-03*

There's a lot of information available to check out which is a primary benefit of this app.  Sometimes, the notifications can be overwhelming if not checking the latest news on a regular basis.  In addition, the short descriptions of some articles on the index are more about the article's writer and source versus the article itself.

I wish there was more news about lost episode findings/progress, but until more discoveries are made ... more a wish than a criticism.

### 5/5 — Every bit of news in one place!

*2016-07-20*

Love the app!  Great resource for Whovians.

### 5/5 — Love it

*2016-04-18*

So amazing

### 5/5 — All the Secrets of the Whoniverse!

*2015-10-22*

The best way to stay on top of all the whoings and froings in time and space, aside from having a Tardis!

### 5/5 — The best Dr. Who app out there

*2015-02-17*

This app gives you all of your Dr. Who news in one easy to navigate format. I read this every day and find stories and updates that I do not find elsewhere.

## Frequently asked questions about DW WhoNews for Doctor Who

### What does the DW WhoNews app do?

This app aggregates the latest news, blogs, and podcasts from over 140 Doctor Who fan websites. It provides a centralized and time-ordered feed of content, allowing fans to stay updated on their favorite show without visiting multiple sites.

### What are the key features of DW WhoNews?

Key features include aggregating content from numerous fan sites, offering push notifications for new content, allowing in-app podcast playback, and previewing videos directly within the news feed. The app is designed for iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch.

### How much does DW WhoNews cost?

The app offers a free version that allows news downloads every 6 hours. For unlimited, real-time updates and customizable notifications, users can purchase an auto-renewing subscription. Subscription options include monthly and yearly plans with a free trial period.

### Can I get notifications for new Doctor Who content?

Yes, the app offers push notifications for news, blogs, and podcasts. You can choose which types of notifications you wish to receive directly on your device. This feature is available with the subscription.

### Who is this app for?

This app is specifically designed for fans of the Doctor Who television series. It's built by a fan for fans, aiming to simplify the process of keeping up with all the latest news, discussions, and audio-visual content related to the show.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.0.1 — 2026-08-30

Minor bug fixes

### 5.0 — 2026-08-30

Brand new version with better podcast support, improved accessibility and CarPlay support for subscribed users.

### 4.0.31 — 2026-05-18

Bug fixes

### 4.0.30 — 2026-02-20

Minor fixes

### v4.0.29 — 2026-02-14

Improvements and fixes.

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