# Hi-Fi Choice

> Expert reviews and buying advice for high-fidelity audio equipment. (iPhone/iPad app by MyTimeMedia Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-fi-choice/id584813771 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MyTimeMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/543826829)
- Category: Music, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.2 · 25 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-12-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-fi-choice/id584813771/reviews.md

## What is Hi?

Hi-Fi Choice is the essential guide to getting the best possible sound from your hi-fi, whether you're buying, tuning or tweaking... It has a no-nonsense approach to reviewing the finest audio products available, from hi-res streaming and downloads to CD, vinyl and valves. Hi-Fi Choice magazine has been at the forefront of audio equipment reviews and buying advice for 40 years and no other magazine has the same passion for sound that we do!

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This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues.

Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest regular issue at the time of purchase.

-The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product.
-You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period.
-Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased.
-If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged.

Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account.

We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved.
If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store

Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags.

If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com

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## Key features

- Expert audio equipment reviews
- Buying advice for hi-fi gear
- Coverage of streaming, vinyl, CD, and valves
- In-app issue purchases
- Subscription options available
- Cross-platform purchase browsing

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hi-Fi Choice Auto-Renewable Subscription | $31.99 | per year |
| Hi-Fi Choice Auto-Renewable Subscription | $23.99 | per 6 months |
| Hi-Fi Choice Auto-Renewable Subscription | $11.99 | per 3 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| July 2014 (id:737690) | $4.99 | one-time |
| March 2014 (id:737873) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Yearbook 2013 (... (id:738015) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Yearbook 2014 (id:737956) | $4.99 | one-time |
| June 2016 (id:750344) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Yearbook 2016 (id:750365) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Yearbook 2015 (id:751580) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Year Book 2023 (id:728696) | $4.99 | one-time |
| March 2024 (pp:1023645) | $4.99 | one-time |
| August 2026 (pp:1140622) | $4.99 | one-time |
| February 2026 (pp:1120780) | $4.99 | one-time |
| June 2025 (pp:1120796) | $4.99 | one-time |
| May 2025 (pp:1120798) | $4.99 | one-time |
| April 2025 (pp:1120800) | $4.99 | one-time |
| February 2025 (pp:1120804) | $4.99 | one-time |
| August 2023 (id:728714) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Yearbook 2024 (pp:1042051) | $4.99 | one-time |
| January 2024 (pp:1042058) | $4.99 | one-time |
| November 2024 (pp:1042072) | $4.99 | one-time |
| February 2017 (id:750371) | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-fi-choice/id584813771/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Fair reviews

*2022-08-22*

The first part of the mag is mainly advertisements for forthcoming products. The later reviews are generally informative. There is no blind testing which is a pity, just subjective opinions. It’s ok but could be better. There are similar reviews on YouTube for free. Too many 5 star reviews for cables without blind comparison. The latter part of the magazine is the best part, providing reviews of music and musical trends.

### 1/5 — New IOS, broken app.

*2020-11-11*

Ever since IOS 14 was released, the app will not allow viewing of any of the HI-FI choice magazines. I have tried it on the iPhone 7 Plus and and original iPad Pro. 
However, it will work on the iPad 4 using IOS 12. No fix appears to be in sight. Good luck there!

### 1/5 — Useless, couldn’t download

*2019-11-07*

I purchase latest issue and app kept saying loading without any content. Refunded through iTunes

### 4/5 — Loses issues regularly

*2018-02-01*

I have a subscription thru iTunes. Every few weeks, the issues are purged and have to be redownloaded, after ‘restoring purchases.’ Not worth the hassle.

### 1/5 — Bad experience

*2017-07-17*

Took a digital account... what a mess, app on ios is buggy, complicated menues, really no fun, will not keep my subscription.

### 4/5 — Nice

*2017-02-10*

Always interesting and articulate and the app's interface is solid. Just wish the preview was more legible

### 3/5 — HiFi Review

*2016-02-22*

Great magazine but extremely poor e-versioning with little to recommend it over the hard copy. Very poor download speed and tracking of subscriptions not transparent except through the AppStore.

### 4/5 — A great read for HiFi addicts

*2015-03-31*

Despite living on the opposite side of the planet I still enjoy reading this magazine. Most of the equipment discussed is available in Australia and the reviews on two pieces of gear have led to purchases over the last two years (after checking the items out locally.
Reading the magazine on my iPad is convenient, also cheaper and I get the issue well before copies appear in the local news agency.

### 2/5 — Very average

*2013-07-05*

Not an impressive app for a good magazine.  Slow rendering final text quality.  Magnify function horrible and unresponsive. Dip out of the app for a second and you have to log in again and start from scratch - no remembering who you are, let alone which page you were on.  All in all an unrewarding experience.

### 5/5 — Great hi FI

*2013-06-10*

HI FI Choice provides a great window on the latest products. I especially like the dealer system selections.

## Frequently asked questions about Hi

### What kind of audio products does Hi-Fi Choice review?

Hi-Fi Choice reviews a wide range of audio products, including hi-res streaming and downloads, CD players, turntables (vinyl), and valve amplifiers. The app focuses on providing expert advice for achieving the best possible sound from your hi-fi setup.

### How can I purchase issues of Hi-Fi Choice?

You can purchase the current issue and back issues directly within the app. For ongoing access, subscription plans are also available, offering different durations and pricing tiers.

### What are the subscription options for Hi-Fi Choice?

Hi-Fi Choice offers auto-renewable subscriptions for 3 months ($11.99), 6 months ($23.99), and 1 year ($31.99), all including a 1-month free trial. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the current period ends.

### Can I cancel my Hi-Fi Choice subscription?

Yes, you can cancel your subscription through your iTunes Account Settings. However, you cannot cancel the current subscription during its active period. Auto-renewal can be turned off to prevent future charges.

### Does Hi-Fi Choice have ads?

Yes, this app contains advertisements. As a free download with in-app purchases and subscriptions, advertisements are part of the monetization model.

### How do I access my purchased issues on different devices?

Users can register for or log in to a pocketmags account within the app. This account protects your issues and allows you to browse your purchases across multiple platforms, ensuring you don't lose access if you switch devices.

### What is the update frequency for Hi-Fi Choice?

The app was last updated on July 25, 2024, indicating regular maintenance and updates. The latest version is 7.2.10, suggesting ongoing development and feature enhancements.

### Is Hi-Fi Choice suitable for younger users?

Hi-Fi Choice has an age rating of 4+, making it accessible for a broad audience. The content focuses on technical reviews of audio equipment, which may be of primary interest to adults.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.2.10 — 2024-07-25

New and improved app homepage
New subscription page
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 7.2.2 — 2023-06-02

New and improved app homepage
New subscription page
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 7.0.47 — 2022-12-22

New and improved app homepage
Enhanced reading experience
New subscription page
Voiceover improvements
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 7.0.38 — 2022-11-25

New and improved app homepage
New subscription page
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 7.0.34 — 2022-06-25

New and improved app homepage
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

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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 2026-08-22.*