# Medium: Read & Write Stories — user reviews > 815 indexed App Store user reviews of Medium by A Medium Corporation, rated 4.80/5 from 156,852 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/medium-read-and-write-stories/id828256236/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/medium-read-and-write-stories/id828256236.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 138,758 · 4★ 12,789 · 3★ 2,763 · 2★ 827 · 1★ 1,715 ## What do users think of Medium? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 📚 Excellent content and writing quality - 🌐 Wide variety of topics and perspectives - 🧠 Thought-provoking and informative articles - 🤓 Useful for learning and personal growth - 🎨 Clean and minimalist design **Cons** - 🔒 Paywall limits access to content - 📥 Difficulty finding and accessing past articles - 🔍 Lack of effective search and filtering options - 🤖 Concerns about AI-generated content - 🖥️ Suboptimal experience on larger screens **Commonly reported bugs** - Frequent app crashes and freezes - Login and authentication issues - Syncing and data loss problems - Compatibility problems with newer OS versions - Unreliable push notifications **Most requested features** - Offline reading mode - Better organization and navigation of content - Improved personalization and recommendation system - Integration with other platforms and services - Enhanced writing and publishing tools ## Newest reviews (11 of 815) ### 3/5 — Accessibility options? *2026-07-31, version 4.321* It needs easy to locate font size options for the settings [menus] ### 5/5 — I love Medium! *2026-07-23, version 4.320* Medium has changed my life. I have easy access to a blog platform and I receive emails with lovely informative articles. I love it. ### 4/5 — Too focussed *2026-07-23* I like the premise of medium and enjoy the user written articles etc. before subscribing, most of the content I read was random, from whatever search id done, and it covered a vast array of topics. I find the app too narrow in its focus and which there was a home page of sorts - so not just top articles for the topics you ticket (keep that as a seperate ‘for you’ page) - but newest or most interacted w articles across all topics. With the app, I don’t know what I don’t know so I don’t feel like it’s adding the breadth of value I want. ### 5/5 — The Best Platform for Serious Writers *2026-07-22, version 4.320* Medium has one of the cleanest writing experiences available. It’s simple, distraction-free, and keeps the focus on quality writing instead of chasing algorithms. Whether you’re sharing personal stories, building a brand, or writing your first book, it’s an excellent platform to grow as a writer and connect with readers who value thoughtful content. Highly recommended. ### 5/5 — All topics I’m tuff to find information that covers all topics of my interests! *2026-07-06, version 4.318* I haven’t yet had the opportunity to research the content. I found it by AI and my research on NPD. I will be posting for free. Education purposes only not medical advice. Thank you Medium for your services. I wish everyone love and blessings. Attitude can make or break a team. The one thing we can control is our attitude. That will spread and bring positive results. By Adam Z or AJ aka. ### 5/5 — I’m the Boss *2026-07-03, version 4.317* Revealing Business ### 5/5 — Expression and Change *2026-07-02, version 4.317* Looking for a writing platform that will not brutally attack me with words and comments but simply writing and sharing peace and so far this is a good recommendation ### 5/5 — Excited *2026-06-30, version 4.317* Medium has so many publications to write for and the content creators are really talented. ### 3/5 — Love this platform *2026-06-25, version 4.316* Love this platform! I love to see so many people feel and see what I do. HOWEVER! I am having an issue with replying. It freezes the whole app. ### 5/5 — Why I Chose Medium as My Writing Platform *2026-06-25, version 4.316* Medium is an excellent platform for writers and readers. It provides a clean, distraction-free environment for publishing high-quality content and discovering insightful stories from people around the world. I appreciate how it supports independent writers, encourages meaningful conversations, and makes knowledge accessible across various topics. The platform is easy to use and offers great opportunities for creators to build an audience and earn from their work. ### 5/5 — Rice Flour Face Masks *2026-06-15, version 4.315* Awesome ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Just about useless for me *2026-08-29, version 4.322* I hate using the app. It’s fine for reading stories/articles but I manage several publications. I prefer to use the website because the app does not allow publication management and limited other functionality. However, if I try to manage the publications on the website, while also on a mobile device, it forces me to open the app where I cannot manage the publications. Beyond being worthless for my purposes, it is extremely frustrating. ### 1/5 — Doesn’t work correctly *2026-08-07, version 4.322* Every time you open the app, it gives an error saying something about purchases basically giving some sort of error. Message reached out to customer support no response that the app is pretty much just broken that it keeps giving an error saying memberships or purchases on available or something content not available. ### 1/5 — Unable to read novels *2026-08-03, version 4.321* Hi I just downloaded this app to read a specific novel via Novel7sofficial. I can read the 1st chapter ok. But can’t read further. I have signed up and paid for my subscription. Everytime I try to get the next chapter, I’m either diverted to a gambling site or to another site where they want me to download an app to supposedly unlock the chapter ### 1/5 — Mediocre at best. *2026-07-24, version 4.320* Was there any real thought put into this app? It’s supposed to be for reading, but there are no real settings for font size or anything else. ### 1/5 — Disappointing *2026-07-19, version 4.319* Within the last several months the app has become frustrating. I never had to login as frequently as I have recently. Roughly every third link that I open from my email or a web search in the app forces me to log in again. Please fix it so I log in once and only once. ### 1/5 — Fix It *2026-07-09, version 4.318* Please fix the kicking me out to then relogin bug 🐜. I’ve paid for the subscription, i am who i say i am, im a developer and this for sure is horrible UX!!! Either fix it or this is my last year getting the subscription. ### 1/5 — Spam Calls *2026-07-03, version 4.317* I downloaded the app and set up my account which forces you to add your phone number. A day later I received several spam calls from India purporting to be from Sky. Medium are obviously passing you phone number on which is bang out of order. I was getting no spam calls before this. I have now deleted my account. ### 1/5 — Login every time you open the app *2026-06-28, version 4.316* Medium used to be awesome but now every time I open the app I need to login. Not even quick Face ID or a pin but fully login with an email code, why? It’s easier and quickly to get into my banking apps then Medium. I’m done, after years of subscribing I’m not renewing mainly due to the hassle of gaining access to content. ### 1/5 — impossible to cancel subscription *2026-06-11, version 4.314* it says settings>apple id but cant find ### 1/5 — Cancel account *2026-06-01, version 4.314* Have been trying for 2 hours to cancel this account!!! ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Medium Read & Write Stories *2026-08-25, version 4.323* My partner recommended and find it brilliant to contribute and enjoy other’s contributions! I would like to write and read about food and wine and entertainment but these categories were not shown and wish soon will be able to access as a true Foodie! ### 5/5 — It’s excellent networking *2026-08-24, version 4.323* Personally I love to write and Medium give me that opportunity to go! ### 5/5 — Grateful for this platform *2026-08-23, version 4.322* I am so excited to share my writing and read others grateful for the opportunity to grow heal and share ### 5/5 — Good *2026-08-14, version 4.322* Good ### 5/5 — Worthy *2026-08-14, version 4.322* Articles in Medium are worthy on the investment of time and money. They are well written, informative and timely. ### 5/5 — Great platform for new writers *2026-08-07, version 4.322* Have been placing writings on Facebook and rarely hear any responses, really happy that medium offers people just starting to write, a means to reach people. Thank you for a great opportunity. ### 5/5 — Love it *2026-08-05, version 4.322* I truly love it. People actually read things and leave you comments and repost your content no matter WHAT you create ### 5/5 — Medium Platform *2026-08-02, version 4.321* Truly enjoy the platform and writers who are a part of the community. ### 5/5 — Medium is beginner friendly *2026-07-28, version 4.320* I just did my first publication. I like it so far, it is affordable and it’s worth it if your looking to start a blogging business for beginners. ### 5/5 — Books by Mujahid Bakht *2026-07-23, version 4.320* Great app for publishing, learning and sharing. --- *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 2026-09-02.*