Nocturne for Hacker News
Offline-first HN reader
About
This app provides an offline-first reading experience for Hacker News, automatically downloading comments for top stories. It allows users to browse various feeds, search content without a signal, and offers a calm, ad-free interface. An optional one-time purchase unlocks advanced features like an offline article reader and additional feed types.
What's New in Nocturne for Hacker News
1.2.0
October 17, 2026
• Jump between threads: a new arrow on the comments screen skips to the next top-level discussion. Hold it to go back, or turn it off in Settings. • Fold any comment, not just ones with replies. • Swipe sideways in Saved to move between Threads, Articles and Comments. • Saved articles now open in Reader, with a toggle to the live page that stays inside the app. • Fixed: offline, stories whose comments were already downloaded no longer say "Unavailable offline".
MoreSubscriptions & In-App Purchases
$1.99
Nocturne Pro Lifetime
Pro feeds, saved comments, offline articles and themes
FAQ
Does Nocturne have ads?
No, Nocturne is designed to be calm and ad-free. It does not contain advertisements, nor does it track users or require an account.
What are the benefits of Nocturne Pro?
Nocturne Pro is a one-time purchase that adds an offline reader for full articles, the ability to save individual comments, access to Ask HN, Show HN, and Jobs feeds, and additional themes.
How does Nocturne handle offline reading?
Nocturne automatically downloads comments for the top 100 stories as soon as the feed loads, making them available even without a signal. A green mark indicates downloaded content, and a ribbon shows if you're viewing live or cached stories.
Can I search for content offline with Nocturne?
Yes, Nocturne allows you to search titles, authors, and sites across all downloaded content on your phone, whether you are online or offline.
What devices does Nocturne support?
Nocturne is available for iPhone and iPod, as indicated by its supported devices list.
How often is Nocturne updated?
The latest version, 1.2.0, was released on October 17, 2026, indicating a recent update. The app was initially released on September 30, 2026.
What is the age rating for Nocturne?
Nocturne has an age rating of 17+, suggesting mature content or themes may be present in the Hacker News discussions it displays.
Does Nocturne require a Hacker News account?
No, Nocturne is a read-only application and does not ask for your Hacker News password or require an account to use its core features.
