# Herald-Review.com

> Local news app for Decatur area with personalized feeds, alerts, and multimedia content. (iPhone/iPad app by Lee Enterprises.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/herald-reviewcom/id375280977 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lee Enterprises](https://appshunter.io/developer/366562520)
- Category: News
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.70/5 from 45 App Store ratings · 23 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 98 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish
- Released: 2010-06-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/herald-reviewcom/id375280977/reviews.md

## What is Herald?

Your story lives in the Herald & Review. From reporting on all of your favorite teams to the news that matters most in the community, we cover it all. Get in-depth stories from the Decatur area and beyond – including news, sports, opinion, obituaries, entertainment, and politics.


Easily access the very latest news in an app built for you. Read, see, and hear exclusive commentary, stunning photography, video updates, and binge-worthy podcasts. 


Plus, subscribers have the ability to upgrade to News+, our premium ad-free experience! That means faster-loading pages and an uninterrupted reading experience. 


Our app features:

* Your Stories – personalize your experience by selecting the local news topics that matter most to you
* Get notified – stay in the loop by selecting alerts for news, sports, weather, and more
* Easy navigation – see all the latest local stories by simply swiping up/down, and left/right.
* Read stories your way – either in the News Feed or via the E-edition
* Breaking news updates – top banners let you know what’s happening right now
* Follow author – get notifications whenever your favorite writers post a story
* Bookmark for later – save stories to enjoy at your leisure
* Listen to articles – press the play button to listen instead
* Customize your text size – make the content bigger or smaller in your profile settings
* Weather where you are – hourly, 10-day forecasts, and frequent video updates

Free to download. Subscribers enjoy unlimited access.

https://herald-review.com/terms/

## Key features

- Personalized news feed
- Breaking news alerts
- Exclusive commentary and photography
- Podcasts and video updates
- Ad-free premium option
- Listen to articles
- Customizable text size

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscriptions | $249.99 | per year |
| Subscriptions | $42.99 | per month |
| Subscriptions | $25.99 | per month |
| Subscriptions | $38.99 | per month |
| Subscriptions | $314.99 | per year |
| Subscriptions | $50.00 | per year |
| Subscriptions | $349.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #192 in Top Grossing · News (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 23)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/herald-reviewcom/id375280977/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2026-02-01, version 9.19.2*

Since the rate has increased so much due to tariffs, I put the app on our IPad for the e edition. My husband will HATE this. I will be reading an article and the page goes back to the top, so you have to scroll down again. Instead of being able to read an entire article, it’s set up just like the physical paper where you have to go to another page to finish reading the article. Talk about old school! My husband likes reading a physical local paper, but I refuse to go along with our rate almost doubling due to tariffs. The E Edition was our other option. What a horrible option. Guess we’ll be canceling our long standing subscription when it renews.

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2025-07-15*

Since the rate has increased so much due to tariffs, I put the app on our IPad for the e edition. My husband will HATE this. I will be reading an article and the page goes back to the top, so you have to scroll down again. Instead of being able to read an entire article, it’s set up just like the physical paper where you have to go to another page to finish reading the article. Talk about old school! My husband likes reading a physical local paper, but I refuse to go along with our rate almost doubling due to tariffs. The E Edition was our other option. What a horrible option. Guess we’ll be canceling our long standing subscription when it renews.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback. I will pass it on to our development team.

### 1/5 — Worst ever

*2022-09-01, version 8.13.5*

In a day where media has pushed us toward online app’s, the least they could do is invest in updates.  This app works sometimes…at best.  Today for example, it will not even open the e-edition.  Yesterday, I made it to page 2 before it froze up and would not go to the next page.  I’ve tried all the “suggested” solutions, clearing the cache, blah blah blah, that do not help.  Really?  update already!  One star is one too many!

### 1/5 — App used to be good

*2022-06-18, version 8.13.5*

App was good a couple years ago
Then greed set in and they wanna charge you to read every story
Thanks I’ll get my news somewhere else
Uninstalled

### 1/5 — Not free

*2022-04-10, version 8.13.5*

Free app that I use to love for local news now every time I click on a story it wants me to subscribe and pay a monthly fee.   Was good 😾

### 1/5 — Needs improvement

*2021-11-24, version 8.11*

Often cannot open the paper or download to read offline. Sluggish and only works half of the time if at all.

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2021-10-07, version 8.11*

The app is awful. Glitchy and you can never get videos to play correctly. It needs to be redesigned by someone that knows what they are doing.

### 1/5 — Search

*2019-03-10*

No search

### 3/5 — Freezes frequently

*2018-05-31, version 3.1.2*

The app freezes frequently, especially after bug fix updates. Also, as far as content, there will be the same articles listed 2 or 3 times to fill space. I’d rather see a short list than scroll over the same content again and again.

### 1/5 — Horrible, horrible app!!!!  Do not download!

*2015-04-08, version 1.10.3*

The advertisement and pop-ups are horrible!  You have to kill the app and reopen if you want to continue browsing articles.  One the pop-ups begin they won't stop.   Horrible! This app is terrible.  I've have decided to quit using it and find a new app to replace it.

## Frequently asked questions about Herald

### What kind of news does Herald-Review.com cover?

Herald-Review.com covers local news, sports, opinion, obituaries, entertainment, and politics specifically for the Decatur area and beyond. It aims to provide in-depth stories and reporting relevant to the community.

### Can I customize my news feed on Herald-Review.com?

Yes, Herald-Review.com allows you to personalize your experience by selecting the local news topics that matter most to you. This feature helps ensure you see content relevant to your interests.

### Does Herald-Review.com offer breaking news alerts?

Yes, you can get notified about breaking news, sports, and weather by selecting alerts within the app. This feature helps you stay informed about important updates as they happen.

### Is there an ad-free option for Herald-Review.com?

Yes, subscribers can upgrade to News+, a premium ad-free experience that offers faster-loading pages and an uninterrupted reading experience. This is available through various subscription plans.

### How can I adjust the text size in Herald-Review.com?

You can customize the text size to make content bigger or smaller directly within your profile settings in the app. This ensures comfortable reading for all users.

### Can I listen to articles on Herald-Review.com?

Yes, Herald-Review.com includes a feature that allows you to listen to articles by pressing the play button. This provides an alternative way to consume news content.

### What are the subscription costs for Herald-Review.com?

Subscription plans vary, with options like $25.99/month, $38.99/month, $42.99/month, $50.00/year, and $249.99/year. These plans offer unlimited access to content.

### What devices is Herald-Review.com available on?

Herald-Review.com is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. The app is designed to function across these Apple mobile platforms.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 9.22.1 — 2026-08-06

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 9.22 — 2026-07-09

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 9.21 — 2026-05-14

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 9.19.3 — 2026-01-26

Puzzmo, a game-changing collection of additional games and puzzles

### 9.19.2 — 2025-11-20

Improved login and authentication for a smoother experience. Plus, a new subscription plan, bug fixes, and more.

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