# MacFormat — The UK's #1 Mac Magazine

> UK's #1 Mac magazine for Apple device users, offering reviews, tips, and app recommendations. (iPhone/iPad app by Future plc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macformat/id451439182 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Future plc](https://appshunter.io/developer/378460265)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 87 App Store ratings · 150 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 24 MB
- Languages: Dutch, German (Germany), European Spanish, American English, Italian, European Portuguese, French (France)
- Released: 2011-10-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macformat/id451439182/reviews.md

## What is MacFormat?

MacFormat is the UK's best-selling magazine for fans of the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Watch and other Apple devices.

Each issue brings you all the exciting developments from the world of Apple, including reviews of new Macs and iOS devices, and expert advice to solve your technical problems.

Whether you’re a new or long-term Apple user, you’ll learn how to do more with your kit. You’ll also discover the latest and greatest third-party apps and accessories to enhance your skills and experience.

Each issue is jam-packed with features, tutorials, tips and app recommendations to help you get more value from your Apple kit, so you can work more efficiently and creatively.

Join thousands of others and download our free app now!

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Once you’ve downloaded our app, you will need to take a free trial or purchase a single issue or subscription to access our in-depth content. We also publish specials and guides - browse our publications, read what interests you most, and get inspired.

Back issues, specials, and future issues are available for purchase within the app. Subscriptions are available on various monthly and annual terms, and auto-renew until you decide to cancel it. Check inside the app for current pricing.

*** Please Note: Our digital edition is not printable and does not include the covermount items or supplements you would find with the print edition ***
 
• The free trial offer is only available to new subscribers. If you have previously subscribed then payment will be taken immediately.
• You can cancel at any time during the free trial period and you will not be charged. Simply turn off auto-renew in your Apple account subscriptions page at least 24 hours before the auto-renew is due.
• Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
• Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period.
• You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for that product.
• You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase .
• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.  This does not affect your statutory rights.
• Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription.
• We will be collecting information about your use of the app both when you are online and offline. To find out more please see our privacy policy.

The subscription will include the current issue if you don't already own it and subsequently published future issues for the duration of your subscription period.

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By purchasing a subscription or downloading an app you agree that you have read and accept Future Publishing Ltd's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use:
 
www.futureplc.com/privacy-policy/
www.futureplc.com/terms-conditions/

## Key features

- Apple device reviews
- Expert technical advice
- App and accessory recommendations
- Tutorials and tips
- In-depth content
- Digital magazine issues

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Month Subscription | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Month Subscription | $18.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| 1 Month Subscription | $4.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All MacFormat back issues | $24.99 | one-time |
| The complete guide to the new iPhone | $0.99 | one-time |
| The complete guide to the new iPad | $0.99 | one-time |
| February 2012 | $6.99 | one-time |
| August 2012 | $6.99 | one-time |
| September 2012 | $6.99 | one-time |
| December 2013 | $6.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of MacFormat?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast and responsive app
- 📚 Excellent magazine content
- 💻 Well-designed for iPad
- 👍 Interactive and engaging format

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- ⏱️ Slow download speeds
- 📱 Compatibility problems on newer devices
- 💰 Expensive subscription price

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unable to exit/navigate out of magazine issues
- Subscription management problems
- Inconsistent performance after updates

**Most requested features**

- Bookmark feature to save progress
- Font size adjustment options
- Offline reading mode
- Notifications for new issues

## Recent user reviews (10 of 150)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macformat/id451439182/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Couple of issues - slow start-up and zoom scaling.

*2025-09-14*

Horribly slow start-up has to load library every single time, doesn’t appear to cache anything locally for quick start up and referencing back issues - and worse returning to the current issue if you don’t read it all in one session. Needs this one thing looking at, otherwise is good. Screen scaling is odd with big black borders on iPadOS 26 doesn’t fill screen fully, needs to be zoomed.

**Developer response:** Hi n1ckal, Thank you for your updated review. Can you please email apps@futurenet.com, including a brief description of the problem you're facing and any relevant details or screenshots so we can investigate this behaviour further?  Thank you in advance, The Digital Support Team

### 1/5 — Need to ‘Restore Purchases’ every time!

*2025-07-06*

The magazine content is good, helpful and relevant for UK readers…but the app is frustrating. I’ve been a digital subscriber for many years, but every time I want to download a new issue it asks for my payment details. I have to exit the payment dialogue box and search for the option to ‘Restore Purchases’. Every. Single. Month. Once I have selected the restore purchases option, the latest issue is available to download in accordance with my annual subscription. It’s been like this for a long time.

**Developer response:** Hi Alexoutside, many thanks for your review. We're sorry to hear that you have been experiencing problems with the app, it's always useful to receive any feedback from our customers; we can pass this information onto our developers to help improve things. We are currently in the process of working on an app update, which should be released in the next few weeks - we’re hoping that this should resolve the issues you have raised. Should you continue to experience the same problems once the app has updated on your device, please don't hesitate to contact apps@futurenet.com, and our support team will be happy to provide further assistance if needed. Thanks, The Digital Support Team

### 3/5 — Works once you get your login sorted.

*2025-06-20, version 7.1.1*

Had issues with login, but support solved it after a few emails.
App now does what I was hoping it would.

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2024-05-29*

Macworld UK take note…this is how to run a digital version of a magazine. Excellent UK centric content, well formatted and relevant. Very good.

### 1/5 — Can’t even download issues

*2024-04-20*

The app is severely neglected. Cant download issues even after subscribing, thankfully it was a trial which was easily cancelled. The publisher would be as well deleting this and sticking to print.

**Developer response:** Thanks for your review, and we're really sorry to hear you've experienced difficulties with the app. Should you need any further assistance in the future, please email apps@futurenet.com, including a brief description of the problem you're facing and any relevant details or screenshots, and our app support team will be happy to assist further. 
Thanks,
The Digital Support Team

### 5/5 — Great response from the help team

*2022-10-20*

Having experienced problems with setting up the subscription the help team well truly brilliant. Now all is well. Great work

### 1/5 — Fed up with subscription issues!

*2022-10-20*

I have to delete, reinstall and restore purchases every month to try and get the latest issue. And even though I have a subscription it still tries to charge me for each issue. I won’t be renewing my subscription when it ends in February!

### 1/5 — Unable to access - cancelled

*2022-01-11, version 6.0.6*

App no longer accessible. Doesn't recognize my subscription, even though paid up until May.

### 5/5 — Mac Format

*2021-08-13, version 6.0.6*

Lacks content. 
Poor interaction.

### 1/5 — Cannot log in

*2021-04-21, version 6.0.6*

I have subscribed but this does not allow me to log in

## Frequently asked questions about MacFormat

### What is MacFormat?

MacFormat is the UK's best-selling magazine for users of Mac, iPhone, iPad, and other Apple devices. Each issue provides reviews of new Apple products, expert advice for technical issues, and recommendations for apps and accessories to enhance your experience.

### What kind of content can I find in the app?

The app offers in-depth content including features, tutorials, tips, and app recommendations. You can read about the latest developments in the Apple world, learn how to do more with your devices, and discover new ways to work more efficiently and creatively.

### How can I access the content?

After downloading the free app, you will need to take a free trial, purchase a single issue, or subscribe to access the in-depth content. Back issues, specials, and future issues are available for purchase within the app.

### What are the subscription options?

Subscriptions are available on various monthly and annual terms and auto-renew until you cancel. You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal in your Apple account settings. Pricing details are available within the app.

### Is the digital edition printable?

No, the digital edition of MacFormat is not printable. It also does not include any covermount items or supplements that might be found with the print edition of the magazine.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.1.14 — 2025-07-24

We’ve enhanced app stability and usability for an even better, smoother reading experience.

### 7.1.1 — 2023-08-10

We've improved the initial app loading time and squashed some bugs

### 7.0.12 — 2023-07-05

Hi there readers! We'd like to introduce you to an all-new user interface making your reading experience smarter and easier than ever before. Please let us know if you experience any issues with this update at apps@futurenet.com.

### 6.4 — 2022-08-17

Bug fixes and improved customer support via the help page.

### 6.1.5 — 2022-05-18

Bug fixes and improved customer support via the help page.

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