# Hot Press

> Ireland's music, pop culture, and politics magazine with enhanced digital editions. (iPhone/iPad app by Citygrove ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hot-press/id482893225 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Citygrove ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/482893228)
- Category: Entertainment, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 49 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-12-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hot-press/id482893225/reviews.md

## What is Hot Press?

Hot Press is Ireland's legendary and highly controversial Music, Pop Culture, Entertainment, Politics & Opinion Magazine. The Hot Press iPad app allows you to view the latest issues plus and an extensive archive, all upgraded with additional pictorial,  audio & video content to enhance your viewing pleasure.

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We offer digital subscriptions for Hot Press:
1-month subscriptions for € 5.49; 3-month subscriptions for € 14.99 and 1-year subscriptions for € 54.99 - auto-renewed until cancelled. Single issues can be purchased without an active subscription for € 3.99. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase, and will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. The renewal price is the same as the subscription price. You may manage or remove subscriptions within Account Settings after purchase, though no cancellation of any current subscriptions will be allowed during the active subscription period.

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Visit our website at:
http://www.hotpress.com/

Read about our privacy policy and terms of use at:
http://www.hotpress.com/1278227.html

## Key features

- Latest magazine issues
- Extensive archive access
- Enhanced audio and video content
- Digital subscriptions
- Single issue purchases

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hot Press Subscription | $18.99 | per 3 months |
| Hot Press Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Hot Press Subscription | $6.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hot Press 3708 Josh Ritter | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hot Press 3814 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hot Press 3820 U2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Hot Press 40.05 Kodaline | $3.99 | one-time |
| Hot Press 40.10 Euro 2016 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Hot Press Annual 2018 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Edition | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hot Press 4104 U2 Joshua Tree Special | $3.99 | one-time |
| Hot Press Best Of Ireland 2018 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hot Press 4218 U2 | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hot-press/id482893225/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Charged but no access

*2017-12-29*

Subscribed for a year but no access. I cancelled and got a message that my cancellation would be effective at the end of the year - in other words, we'll charge you for the year anyway for an app that does not work. As I paid within app, I'm left without any access. Please fix. This is a terrible consumer experience for a great magazine. Apple should disable apps like this that bill and don't work.

### 1/5 — App Does Not Work

*2017-03-07*

Subscription only allows access to archived ( over one year old) issues.

### 1/5 — App doesn't work

*2016-01-03*

When I open up the app to purchase an issue, the only thing that happens when I click on the green price button is that the app crashes. I have tried deleting it and reinstalling it. I have contacted Hot Press, but they didn't care much. This is a bad app.

### 1/5 — Can't get app to work

*2015-11-27*

Really wanted to purchase the latest issue with Gavin James.  Not sure what's wrong but can't seem to get the app to work.  Disappointed.

### 5/5 — Great Read

*2013-08-01*

Best produced music mag on here, cracking read always full of well written pieces and great photographs, all you want from a good digital music paper, top marks

## Frequently asked questions about Hot Press

### What is Hot Press?

Hot Press is Ireland's legendary magazine covering music, pop culture, entertainment, politics, and opinion. The app allows you to view the latest issues and an extensive archive, enhanced with additional pictorial, audio, and video content.

### How much does a Hot Press subscription cost?

Hot Press offers digital subscriptions: 1-month for €5.49, 3-months for €14.99, and 1-year for €54.99. Single issues can be purchased for €3.99 without a subscription.

### Can I cancel my Hot Press subscription?

Yes, you can manage or remove subscriptions within Account Settings after purchase. Auto-renewal must be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period to avoid charges for the next period.

### What devices support the Hot Press app?

The Hot Press app is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It was released on December 22, 2011, and the latest version is 6.0.6, last updated on February 12, 2026.

### What is the age rating for Hot Press?

The Hot Press app has an age rating of 17+. This is based on its content which may include mature themes related to politics and opinion.

### Does Hot Press have ads?

No, the Hot Press app does not contain advertisements. It is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted reading experience.

### How often is Hot Press updated?

The app's latest version, 6.0.6, was last updated on February 12, 2026. While specific update frequency for content isn't detailed, the app itself receives version updates.

### What kind of content can I expect in Hot Press?

You can expect content on music, pop culture, entertainment, politics, and opinion pieces. The app enhances this with exclusive audio and video content to deepen your engagement.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.0.6 — 2026-02-12

Maintenance tasks

### 6.0.2 — 2025-07-09

Maintenance tasks

### 6.0.1 — 2023-05-09

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 6.0.0 — 2023-05-08

What's New in HotPress v6.0.0 

We're excited to introduce the all-new HotPress app, completely redesigned and rebuilt from the ground up! Our mission is to provide you with the ultimate epaper reading experience, and we've worked hard to create an app that's more powerful, user-friendly, and feature-rich than ever before.

Here's what you can expect in HotPress v6.0.0:

Fresh New Design: We've given HotPress a total makeover, featuring a modern and clean design that makes browsing, downloading, and reading your favorite magazines a breeze.

Enhanced Download Manager: Downloading your favorite magazines is now even faster and more efficient, thanks to our new and improved download manager. You'll experience faster downloads, smoother progress tracking, and better overall performance.

Offline Reading: Enjoy uninterrupted reading even when you're offline. HotPress now automatically saves your downloaded magazines for offline access, so you can read your favorite content anytime, anywhere.

Bug Fixes & Performance Improvements: We've squashed some pesky bugs and optimized the app for faster, smoother performance.

Thank you for using HotPress! We're committed to making this app the best it can be, and we're always eager to hear your feedback. Please feel free to reach out to our support team if you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns.

Update to HotPress v6.0.0 and dive into the future of epaper reading today!

### 5.1 — 2017-06-20

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Stability improvements and optimizations.

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