# Houston Business Journal

> Houston local business news and intelligence source. (iPhone/iPad app by American City Business Journals.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/houston-business-journal/id320628013 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [American City Business Journals](https://appshunter.io/developer/303455969)
- Category: Business, News
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 540 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 29 MB
- Languages: British English
- Released: 2009-06-26
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/houston-business-journal/id320628013/reviews.md

## What is Houston Business Journal?

The number 1 source for Houston local business news and intelligence. Get current business headlines with daily newsletters, weekly digital editions and more. The Houston Business Journal has everything you need to grow and protect your business in your local community, including news on:

- Commercial Real Estate
- Banking & Finance
- Health Care
- Residential Real Estate
- Small Businesses
- Travel & Tourism
- Jobs & Careers
- Many more local business topics

Download the Houston Business Journal and get the local business news you need.

New subscribers:
Subscriptions purchased within this app are valid only for the features of this app. We are continually evaluating and adding more options to our apps each month.

Existing subscribers:
You may use your current print or digital subscription to view the features available in this app. Note, not all subscription types are supported in the app at this time. We are continually evaluating and adding more options to our mobile apps each month.

For additional information, please contact us at (866) 853-3661.

Please note: App subscriptions do not include access to subscription-only content on our website.

Additional Subscription Information:
• Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
• Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal.
• Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase.
• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.

Privacy Policy - https://www.acbj.com/privacy
Terms of Use - https://www.acbj.com/useragreement
Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

## Key features

- Daily newsletters
- Weekly digital editions
- Commercial Real Estate news
- Banking & Finance updates
- Health Care industry news
- Small Business resources
- Jobs & Careers information

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Subscription | $48.99 | per 3 months |
| Biannual Subscription | $79.99 | per 6 months |
| Houston Business Journal | $179.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| February 12, 2015 | $4.99 | one-time |
| February 19, 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| February 26, 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| June 3, 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| July 29, 2016 | $4.99 | one-time |
| April 28, 2017 | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Houston Business Journal?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 📰 Source for current news
- 💡 In-depth insight for business
- 👍 Must-have for learning and growing
- 🏠 Great way to keep up with Houston
- 📰 Best for business news in Houston
- 📱 App carries journals in pocket

**Cons**

- 🐛 App not functioning properly
- ✈️ App showing airplane mode
- 🧩 Absolute puzzle how to use
- 👴 Needs 21st century technology
- ❌ Un-user-friendly and confusing
- 💾 App won't save subscriber info
- 🚫 Infected with pop-up ads
- 🚫 Can not open app
- 🚫 Won't even open
- 😵 Confusing

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App is glitchy
- App shows airplane mode repeatedly
- App not working
- App won't save subscriber account info
- App infected with "free iPhone" pop ups
- Cannot open app
- App won't open

**Most requested features**

- Modernize technology
- Improve user-friendliness

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/houston-business-journal/id320628013/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App is not functioning properly at all

*2023-10-17*

The app is very glitchy at the moment, and every time I re-download the app it is showing me that it is on airplane mode, and the app is not functioning properly at all. I’ve downloaded the app and deleted the app numerous times, and it is showing me on airplane mode. The app is not working guys. Can you please fix it thank you.

### 5/5 — HBJ is Source for current news

*2022-02-16*

Despite being a weekly, HBJ provides in-depth insight into news and events that keep business, entrepreneurs as well as civic and municipal leaders informed. It’s a must have for those in the business of learning and growing.

Alvin Wright, Alvin Wright Communications

### 1/5 — Absolute puzzle how to use

*2021-01-21*

This publisher needs to get 21st century technology. It’s totally un-user-friendly and confusing. Modernize please!

### 5/5 — Great way to keep up with Houston

*2020-06-12*

We moved from Houston several years ago but we still have a loft in downtown Houston and I like to keep up with what is happening in Houston. This is such a accurate way to keep up.

### 1/5 — App won’t save my subscriber account info

*2020-01-15*

Every time I go back to the app, I have to retype my subscriber info

**Developer response:** Dear schou2,

We have made improvements on the login experience.   We wools be happy to help at any time.   Email us at ioshelp@bizjoirnals.com of you are still experiencing issues.  

The Business Journals Team

### 5/5 — HBJ-The Best

*2019-12-13*

This is the ‘must publication’ for business news in the Houston area! 👍👍👍

### 1/5 — The app is infected with “free iPhone” pop ups

*2018-09-30*

It used to work okay-ish, and now I can’t open an article without getting a pop up saying I’ve won an iPhone or Amazon gift card. None of my other apps are experiencing this issue.

### 5/5 — Great (finally!)

*2015-03-20*

This is a great app and now even includes the special insert sections such as the Spring 2015 Office Leasing Guide. If you notice your stack of journals piling up, this app is for you.  Now you can carry that stack in your pocket. You might even consider pitching the paper!

### 5/5 — Can not open app

*2014-05-20*

I loaded the app but it will not open. Love the app.

### 1/5 — Can't even open it!

*2014-04-04*

One star ONLY because I had to "rate" in order to review.  It won't even open. Am I missing something here?

## Frequently asked questions about Houston Business Journal

### What kind of news does this app provide?

This app is the number one source for Houston local business news and intelligence. It provides current business headlines, daily newsletters, and weekly digital editions covering a wide range of topics including commercial real estate, banking and finance, healthcare, small businesses, travel and tourism, and jobs and careers.

### How can I access the content?

New users can purchase subscriptions within the app to access its features. Existing subscribers to the print or digital edition may be able to use their current subscription to view app features, though not all subscription types are currently supported. The app also mentions a free trial period if offered.

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

Subscriptions are managed through iTunes Account and automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Users can manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in their Account Settings. No cancellation is allowed during an active subscription period.

### Is this app available on all devices?

The description does not explicitly state compatibility with specific operating systems or devices. However, it mentions that subscriptions are managed via iTunes Account, suggesting it is likely available on iOS devices. Further information can be obtained by contacting them directly.

### Can I use my website subscription to access app content?

No, app subscriptions do not include access to subscription-only content on the website. Subscriptions purchased within the app are valid only for the features of that specific app. The app is continually being updated with more options.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 33.7 — 2026-01-09

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 33.6 — 2026-01-02

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 33.5 — 2025-10-15

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 33.4 — 2025-08-27

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 33.3 — 2024-11-19

Bug fixes and performance improvements

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