# Fine Homebuilding Magazine

> Digital home building and remodeling resource with expert advice and enhanced content. (iPhone/iPad app by Taunton Interactive.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fine-homebuilding-magazine/id553178973 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Taunton Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/397996279)
- Category: Reference, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 340 App Store ratings · 90 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 86 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch
- Released: 2012-08-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fine-homebuilding-magazine/id553178973/reviews.md

## What is Fine Homebuilding Magazine?

Connect to Fine Homebuilding – America’s trusted resource for residential building, remodeling, and home improvement – on your iPad. Convenient digital delivery includes unique bonus features and enhancements: linkable and searchable content, techniques videos, slide shows, tutorials, new products, digital tools, and more. A FREE sample issue is included with the app.

Fine Homebuilding is the first choice of pros and serious non-pros for every aspect of building from foundation and framing to finishing, as well as design, energy savings, tools, materials and code compliance. Field-tested content, detailed graphics, and expert advice help readers work better, faster, and smarter. 

SUBSCRIPTION PLANS ARE AVAILABLE. Download the Fine Homebuilding app, then subscribe or buy issues individually. If you are currently a print subscriber or paid online member, you can get access to digital editions FREE -- absolutely no extra cost. Simply sign in with your customer number or member email in the Settings tab. 

Auto-renewable Subscription plans: 
1 year (8 issues) - $37.99(automatically renewed until canceled) 
2 Months (1 issue) - $6.99 (automatically renewed until canceled) 
Single copies - $7.99 (not automatically renewed)

- All purchases (inc. subscriptions) will be charged to your iTunes account at the confirmation of purchase. 
- Subscriptions will automatically renew within 24 hours of the end of the current subscription. 
- If you would like to cancel your subscription please do so before this 24 hour period by accessing your iTunes account settings. 
- Please be aware that subscriptions cannot be cancelled/refunded once purchased. 
- Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. 

Terms of use: 
- All content in the app is copyright Active Interest Media. All rights reserved. 
- Terms of use and privacy policy apply when accessing content via the Active Interest Media app. 
- Privacy Policy - https://www.aimmedia.com/privacy-policy/
- Terms - https://www.aimmedia.com/terms-of-service/ 

// Credits 
Fine Homebuilding is published by Active Interest Media. iPhone/iPad application developed by Paperlit

## Key features

- Linkable and searchable content
- Techniques videos
- Slide shows
- Tutorials
- New products
- Digital tools

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fine Homebuilding Subscription | $37.99 | per year |
| Fine Homebuilding Subscription | $6.99 | per 2 months |
| 1 Year Subscription | $37.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FHB's Outdoor Projects 2013: Walks, Patios and Walls | $3.99 | one-time |
| FHB Outdoor Projects 2013: Make an Old Deck Safe | Free | one-time |
| Energy Smart Homes 2014/2015 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Fine Homebuilding Small Homes 2014 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Fine Homebuilding Small Homes Fall 2015 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Fine Homebuilding Energy Smart Homes 2015 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Fine Homebuilding Apr/May 2016 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Kitchen Makeover | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Fine Homebuilding Magazine?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and responsive app
- 👍 Convenient digital access to magazine content
- 📚 Ability to view back issues

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Issues with login and account access
- 💰 Paywall for accessing content despite subscription
- 📥 Difficulty restoring previously downloaded issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Login failures and account access problems
- Inability to view previously downloaded issues

**Most requested features**

- Offline viewing capability
- Seamless integration with print subscription
- Improved navigation and user interface

## Recent user reviews (10 of 90)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fine-homebuilding-magazine/id553178973/reviews.md

### 1/5 — John Fox

*2025-03-23, version 26.0.0*

In your app conversion I have lost most of my back issues.

### 1/5 — publisher 👉👈 app developer

*2025-03-23*

The app doesn’t give subscribers access to the archive library even if the subscription includes it.  The publisher and app developer just point their fingers at each other instead of taking ownership and fixing a stupid situation.

### 1/5 — New app

*2025-03-09*

Zero stars in execution of new app!!!  In the digital age it shows how little the publisher it has interest in the customer experience by how new app Integration with account data is basically non existent and puts customers into hours of work to access their account and content

### 1/5 — Subscriber for years

*2025-03-05*

The old app worked great .. this app wants you to pay for issues ..

### 1/5 — The worst app on the iTunes Store

*2025-02-11*

Do not under any circumstances download this app as it will take your money and then not allow you access to the issues you have purchased. I have been a subscriber since September 2012. like all of my magazines that I purchase, I prefer to have the issues on my iPad so that I can easily refer back to them when I am not on a Wi-Fi network since the last update, the app does not allow me to access my issues, and even though I have contacted their support, they have not resolved this problem with the result that I have paid hundreds of dollars to Taunton or Zinio or whomever is providing this substandard app and have nothing for my money

### 1/5 — Paid for special issues are gone

*2025-01-20*

Only getting the current issue.  This is a fresh start.  Not exactly what I want.

### 1/5 — Can’t log in, my purchases inaccessible

*2024-03-16*

Not only can I not login to view my purchased special issues, I also cannot send a service request. The app just says that’s not available and my letter for help disappears.

Find homebuilding is amazing. But this app is a huge disappointment, and the support for the app is appalling.

### 1/5 — Caution

*2024-03-15, version 22.1.0*

This magazine auto renews if it auto renews and you immediately stop the subscribtion they will NOT refund the amount paid. DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH ANY TAUNTON PUBLICATIONS!!!!

### 1/5 — New software

*2023-10-19*

I longer have access to my subscribed account with this software update on my iPad.  Can only use it with my phone.  Can you fix this bug.  Will not load.
Thanks

### 2/5 — Have subscription but always wants me to pay for newest issue

*2023-06-10*

I have a yearly subscription but when I try to use the app it always wants me to pay for the newest issue. Later on it will become available. Very annoying and will most likely be canceling

## Frequently asked questions about Fine Homebuilding Magazine

### What is the Fine Homebuilding Magazine app?

The Fine Homebuilding Magazine app provides digital access to America's trusted resource for residential building, remodeling, and home improvement. It offers enhanced features like searchable content, technique videos, slide shows, tutorials, and new product information, all delivered conveniently to your iPad.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include linkable and searchable content for easy navigation, exclusive techniques videos, informative slide shows, step-by-step tutorials, and updates on new products and digital tools. A free sample issue is also included with the app download.

### How much does the app cost?

The app offers subscription plans for access to its content. A 1-year subscription (8 issues) costs $37.99, and a 2-month subscription (1 issue) costs $6.99. Single copies can also be purchased for $7.99. If you are a print subscriber or paid online member, you can get digital access for free by signing in.

### What devices is the app compatible with?

The app is designed for iPad, offering a convenient digital delivery of content for this platform. Specific iOS version compatibility is not detailed but it is designed for Apple's tablet.

### Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is ideal for both professional builders and serious DIY enthusiasts who are involved in residential building, remodeling, and home improvement projects. It provides expert advice, detailed graphics, and field-tested content to help users work better, faster, and smarter.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 26.0.6 — 2026-01-26

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 26.0.1 — 2026-01-19

To make your reading experience even better, we update the app regularly.
This update includes:
• General performance improvements

### 26.0.0 — 2025-01-16

Welcome to our brand-new app that takes your reading experience to the next level:

• Enjoy a User-friendly Design!
• Explore Section: Read articles before making a purchase
• Easily toggle between reading modes
• Engage with the Text-to-Speech feature
• Effortlessly search across all issues
• Create an Account: Log in and access your content seamlessly across platforms
• Choose between Light and Dark mode

### 24.0.2 — 2024-05-20

- General improvements
- Improved stability
- Minor bug fixing

### 22.1.0 — 2023-08-04

- General improvements
- Improved stability
- Minor bug fixing

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