# Hacko for Hacker News — Tech and developer discussions

> Hacker News client with alternative comment tree display and navigation. (iPhone/iPad app by Andrii Sievrikov.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacko-for-hacker-news/id6448201970 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andrii Sievrikov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1568000284)
- Category: News
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 31 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-05-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacko-for-hacker-news/id6448201970/reviews.md

## What is Hacko for Hacker News?

It's a Hacker News client that uses an alternative way of displaying the comment tree. Advantages over traditional interfaces:
- Comment width doesn't get narrower no matter how deep in the tree you are
- You always see the parent of the comment you're currently reading
- Swiping allows you to move in and out of subtrees with animated transitions that you fully control
- You can easily skip subtrees that don't interest you by simply scrolling

As a result it's easier to maintain the context and to keep track of where you are in the Hacker News discussion tree. There are also: custom boards, search, in-thread search, anchors, reading list, recent items. Enjoy your Hacker News reading experience!


Developer is not affiliated with Hacker News (https://news.ycombinator.com/) in any way.

## Key features

- Alternative comment tree display
- Maintains comment readability
- Swipe navigation
- Custom boards
- Search functionality
- Reading list

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $5.99 | one-time |
| Tip - Regular Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tip - Huge Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Tip - Big Tip | $3.99 | one-time |
| Tip - Large Tip | $6.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacko-for-hacker-news/id6448201970/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Name change from HackerNewt to Hacko

*2025-07-17*

Best HN client for iOS I’ve used. App name appears to have changed from “HackerNewt” to “Hacko for Hacker News” on July 16, 2025; probably best to mention that somewhere in the 1.5.1 release notes or even in the description, as there are quite a few mentions of the former name online.

### 5/5 — Broken

*2024-06-05*

App doesn’t work anymore. Nothing loads at all and spinner just spins. Tried clearing cache and uninstalling and reinstalling app. Disappointed I paid for this.

Update 6/5/24 - Developer quickly fixed the issue with the app and responded with the feedback. Kudos for listening to feedback and updating. Updating to 5. Thanks!

### 1/5 — Broken

*2024-05-31*

App doesn’t work anymore. Nothing loads at all and spinner just spins. Tried clearing cache and uninstalling and reinstalling app. Disappointed I paid for this.

**Developer response:** Networking performance is improved in version 1.5, let me know if your issue is fixed https://github.com/devandsev/HackerNews-Support/issues/7#issuecomment-2144016092

### 5/5 — !

*2023-11-03*

Very nice

### 1/5 — No way to reply or comment

*2023-10-23*

I suppose I could blame my own reading for this, but this is worth a call out. client seems to be read only, no way to reply to thread

**Developer response:** You can reply or comment by tapping the 3 dots in the top right corner of a post and choosing "Reply". I hope this improves your experience with the app.

### 5/5 — Cool app

*2023-05-22*

Makes reading articles easier than ever

## Frequently asked questions about Hacko for Hacker News

### What makes Hacko's comment display different?

Hacko displays comments with consistent width regardless of depth, always shows the parent comment, and uses swipe gestures for controlled navigation within subtrees. This helps users maintain context and track their position in discussions.

### Does Hacko have ads?

No, Hacko is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted reading experience for its users.

### What devices does Hacko support?

Hacko is available for iPhone and iPod devices, offering a streamlined experience on Apple's mobile platforms.

### How often is Hacko updated?

The app was last updated on November 11, 2025, indicating ongoing development and support from the developer.

### What is the age rating for Hacko?

Hacko has an age rating of 17+, suggesting mature themes or content that may not be suitable for younger audiences.

### Can I customize my news feed with Hacko?

Yes, Hacko offers custom boards, allowing you to tailor your news feed to specific interests within the Hacker News ecosystem.

### Does Hacko offer a reading list feature?

Yes, Hacko includes a reading list feature, enabling you to save articles and discussions for later viewing.

### What is the user sentiment for Hacko?

Users generally have a positive sentiment towards Hacko, reflected in its high rating of 4.6 stars from 31 ratings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.3 — 2025-11-11

Bug fixes

### 1.5.2 — 2025-10-28

Fixed Hacker News link sharing bug

### 1.5.1 — 2025-07-16

Hacker News reading experience just got better! This update includes performance enhancements and bug fixes aimed at improving the overall user experience.

### 1.5 — 2024-06-02

Improved networking performance

### 1.4.2 — 2023-11-09

Improved Premium in-app purchase handling

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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 2026-08-10.*