# Hacker News Reader: HackerNows — HN Stories, Comments & Jobs

> Native iOS Hacker News reader for voting, commenting, posting, and organizing stories. (iPhone/iPad app by Rodrigo Cardoso.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-news-reader-hackernows/id6749719853 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Rodrigo Cardoso](https://appshunter.io/developer/1831862800)
- Category: News, Developer Tools
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-18
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-news-reader-hackernows/id6749719853/reviews.md

## What is Hacker News Reader?

The best native Hacker News reader for iOS. Read, vote, comment, and post.

HackerNows is a native iPhone app that brings the full Y Combinator Hacker News experience to your device. No webviews, no compromises, just a fast, clean way to stay on top of tech news and developer discussions.

Everything you expect from HN:
• Vote, comment, post, and favorite stories
• Browse Ask, Show, Jobs, and New sections
• Read threaded discussions with a clean, native layout
• Submit stories directly from the app

Organize your way:
• Create custom story groups to save and sort what matters
• iCloud sync keeps your groups updated across all your devices

Built for the community:
• Lightweight, fast, and privacy-focused
• Optional patronage: support the app if you want, when you want

https://hackernows.app/eula

## Key features

- Vote, comment, and post stories
- Browse Ask, Show, Jobs, and New sections
- Read threaded discussions
- Submit stories
- Create custom story groups
- iCloud sync for groups

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Iron | $0.99 | per month |
| Steel | $1.99 | per month |
| Mithril | $2.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-news-reader-hackernows/id6749719853/reviews.md

### 5/5 — I love it

*2026-07-04*

I love it!

**Developer response:** Thank you!

## Frequently asked questions about Hacker News Reader

### What is HackerNows?

HackerNows is a native iOS application designed to provide a clean and efficient way to access and interact with Hacker News content. It allows users to read articles, participate in discussions, vote on stories, and post new content directly from their iPhone or iPad.

### Does HackerNows have ads?

No, HackerNows does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to be lightweight and privacy-focused, offering an ad-free experience for its users.

### How much does HackerNows cost?

HackerNows is free to download and use. It offers optional patronage through subscription plans like Iron ($0.99/month), Steel ($1.99/month), and Mithril ($2.99/month) for users who wish to support the app's development.

### What platforms does HackerNows support?

HackerNows is available for iOS devices, specifically supporting iPhones and iPads. It utilizes iCloud sync to keep custom story groups updated across all your Apple devices.

### How often is HackerNows updated?

The latest version of HackerNows is 1.0.4, which was last updated on July 9, 2026. Updates are released to improve functionality and user experience.

### What are the subscription tiers for HackerNows?

HackerNows offers three optional subscription tiers for patronage: Iron at $0.99 per month, Steel at $1.99 per month, and Mithril at $2.99 per month. These are for supporting the app, not for unlocking core features.

### What age rating does HackerNows have?

HackerNows has an age rating of 12+. This indicates that the content and features are generally considered appropriate for users aged 12 and older.

### Can I organize stories in HackerNows?

Yes, HackerNows allows you to organize stories by creating custom story groups. These groups can be used to save and sort content that matters most to you, and they sync across your devices via iCloud.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.1 — 2026-08-27

Bug fixes and performance improvement

### 1.2.0 — 2026-08-15

- New Settings Tab
- Navigation Improvements

### 1.1.0 — 2026-08-04

- Safari Reader Mode no longer activates automatically
- You can now read the full story text while browsing Comments
- Improved network performance and stability

### 1.0.4 — 2026-07-09

UI Improvements - Increase font size

### 1.0.3 — 2026-07-04

- Fix submission logic for Show, Tell and Ask HN
- UI Improvements

## More apps by Rodrigo Cardoso

- [Festa do Avante!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/festa-do-avante/id6751196363)

All apps by Rodrigo Cardoso: https://appshunter.io/developer/1831862800

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*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 2026-09-06.*