# Hi-Fi News — Record Review Magazine

> In-depth reviews of high-end audio and AV equipment for music enthusiasts. (iPhone/iPad app by MyTimeMedia Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-fi-news/id583343493 (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 46 App Store ratings · 41 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.2 · 25 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-fi-news/id583343493/reviews.md

## What is Hi?

Since its launch in June 1956 - two years before the commercial realisation of stereo - Hi-fi News & Record Review has been delivering insightful reviews of the key products and technologies that fire the passion of listening to music on the very best equipment available to the enthusiast.  Every issue, we deliver uniquely in-depth analysis and opinion on high-end audio and AV equipment, including the best in vinyl replay and iconic vintage gear from the early days of audio. It is essential reading for anyone passionate about sound.

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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

- In-depth audio equipment reviews
- Analysis of AV equipment
- Focus on vinyl replay
- Coverage of vintage audio gear
- Essential reading for sound enthusiasts
- Access to current and back issues

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hi-Fi News Auto-Renewable Subscripton | $31.99 | per year |
| Hi-Fi News Auto-Renewable Subscripton | $23.99 | per 6 months |
| Hi-Fi News Auto-Renewable Subscripton | $12.49 | per 3 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| May 2016 (id:736243) | $4.99 | one-time |
| March 2016 (id:735084) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Jan-17 (id:750326) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Yearbook 2022 (id:780934) | $5.99 | one-time |
| December 2023 (id:728777) | $5.99 | one-time |
| March 2023 (id:779931) | $5.99 | one-time |
| November 2023 (id:728783) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Year Book 2023 (id:728780) | $5.99 | one-time |
| January 2024 (id:728774) | $5.99 | one-time |
| February 2024 (id:728771) | $5.99 | one-time |
| August 2026 (pp:1140654) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Yearbook 2014 (id:736273) | $4.99 | one-time |
| October 2016 (id:736277) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Yearbook 2015 (id:735682) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Yearbook 16 (id:750320) | $4.99 | one-time |
| January 2026 (pp:1120745) | $5.99 | one-time |
| April 2026 (pp:1140642) | $5.99 | one-time |
| November 2021 (id:783433) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Year Book 2025 (pp:1120751) | $5.99 | one-time |
| June 2025 (pp:1120769) | $5.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 41)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hi-fi-news/id583343493/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Februar 2025 Version kaputt

*2025-01-20*

Die Februar 2025 Version wird nicht angezeigt und kann nicht heruntergeladen werden. Bitte reparieren

### 4/5 — App Is Lacking

*2024-12-01, version 7.2.10*

Ignore my previous note about not being able to make the text large with a gesture as in a browser.  I can do that now.  However, it still would be better if I could tap on an item in Contents & the app take me there.  Navigation is lacking.

Some of this I mentioned years ago & nothing has changed.

The magazine however is the best of its kind.

### 5/5 — Great writers

*2023-11-06, version 7.2.2*

Great magazine for Audiophiles read ‘‘em and weep!

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2022-08-28, version 7.0.34*

Excellent magazine first class Album and HiFi reviews, brilliant app very easy to navigate.

### 5/5 — The best audio magazine

*2021-02-15, version 6.4.0*

Excellent articles and reviews that I find more enjoyable and informative than the two major publications from the US.

### 5/5 — Great App

*2021-01-12, version 6.4.0*

Easy to use app. All your paid for issues are easily accessed and if you are missing any, just pay and download. What can go wrong? Ideal way of keeping all your favourite Hi-Fi content in one place.

### 5/5 — Content is the key

*2021-01-11, version 6.4.0*

I love the content of this mag. In my country digital print is the only option. So the app is the only way.

### 4/5 — Hi-fi magazine

*2021-01-10*

Very informative magazine about hi-fi subjects being devices or albums.

### 1/5 — Version 6.0.0 no longer works

*2020-11-02, version 6.0.0*

On iPad Pro.  Have tried removing and reinstalling a number of times with no success. Please advise.

### 1/5 — Simply Doesn’t Work

*2020-10-24, version 6.0.0*

What can I say. The app claims I have a network problem and won’t let me purchase any issues

## Frequently asked questions about Hi

### What kind of content does Hi-Fi News offer?

Hi-Fi News offers insightful reviews and in-depth analysis of high-end audio and AV equipment. It focuses on products and technologies that enhance the music listening experience for enthusiasts, including vinyl replay and vintage gear.

### How can I access the magazine content?

The app itself is free to download. Within the app, you can purchase individual current and back issues of the magazine. Subscriptions are also available for ongoing access to content.

### What are the subscription options and renewal policies?

Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the current period ends. You will be charged for renewal at the current rate. You can manage auto-renewal in your Account Settings, but you cannot cancel the active subscription period.

### Can I use my existing pocketmags account?

Yes, you can register for or log in to a pocketmags account within the app. This allows you to protect your issues and browse purchases across multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging in.

### What should I do if the app doesn't load properly?

It is recommended to load the app for the first time in a Wi-Fi area to ensure all issue data is retrieved. If the app does not load past the splash page after installation or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store.

## 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 2026-08-31.*