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NPR: National & Local News

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 15, 2009
  • July 21, 2026

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Access breaking news, in-depth stories, and personalized audio streams from public radio. Discover podcasts, enjoy live music performances, and stream radio content from across the country. Enhance your listening experience with smart features and support public media.

✓Personalized news and story streams
✓Curated podcast library
✓Live music performances (Tiny Desk Concerts)
✓Live radio streaming
✓Cross-device connectivity (Chromecast, AirPlay, etc.)
✓Smart speaker integration
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of NPR. Based on 68K reviews and a 4.6/5 average, it highlights the 9 positives and 10 negatives reviewers mention most about this News app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Great but loses track after inactivity
  • 🚀Excellent content
  • 🚀Very high quality and reliable news
  • 🚀Balanced and well-presented/organized news
  • 🚀Intuitive and easy to use
  • 🚀Slick and user friendly interface
  • 🚀Eclectic selection of interesting articles and radio shows
  • 🚀Comprehensive and responsive
  • 🚀Keeps me up to date on the world in an intelligent and critical manner

Negative things

  • 🐛App used 79GB of data in two weeks
  • 🐛Broken, freezes, and crashes frequently
  • 🐛Poor UI with ads
  • 🐛Too many ads
  • 🐛Biased and unbalanced content
  • 🐛Buggy and unreliable
  • 🐛Glitchy and inconsistent playback
  • 🐛Excessive data usage
  • 🐛Cluttered and confusing interface
  • 🐛Loses playlist and other key features
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What's New in NPR

7.7.0

July 21, 2026

The NPR app is getting refreshed navigation! This release contains the following changes, in a phased rollout (so you might not see them right away): NPR+ now has a dedicated home in the new secondary navigation tabs. Sign in to get access to all of your ad-free listening and bonus content. Not a subscriber? Make a qualifying donation to get NPR+ benefits today. Need help or have feedback to share? Write to us at help.npr.org.

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The app has maintained its position at 29 recently.

Last updated on August 9, 2026.

User reviews

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Trusted news source

NPR is the most trusted news source since Uncle Walter.
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Interface

The programming is great. The iPhone interface is not.
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Tom Schrock

A true jewel of America’s culture.
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Disappointed by the New Ad Style

I’ve been a loyal NPR listener for years, but the app has become noticeably more commercial. The new sponsor messages with jingles and polished ad production are distracting and feel out of place. I understand NPR needs sponsorship revenue, but this changes the listening experience that has made NPR unique. I hope you’ll reconsider this direction.
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David RennoldsonDavid Rennoldson

Best news!

Unbiased and complete, this is the only national news outlet I trust.
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Developer apps

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

App crashes frequently

Bug

Playback issues, stops and starts randomly

Bug

Freezes and becomes unresponsive

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Fails to load content properly

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Syncing and login problems

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Requested Features

8 requests

Bring back the playlist feature

Feature

Add a sleep timer

Feature

Improve search functionality

Feature

Provide offline listening options

Feature

Customize home screen and content

Feature

Improve integration with iOS features

Feature

Add a dark mode

Feature

Streamline navigation and reduce clutter

Feature

FAQ

What does the NPR app do?

The NPR app provides access to the latest news, in-depth stories, and a personalized stream of audio content from public radio. It also features a wide selection of podcasts, live radio streams, and music content, including Tiny Desk Concerts.

What are the key features of the NPR app?

Key features include a personalized NPR One stream, a curated podcast library with editor recommendations, full Tiny Desk Concert videos, live radio streaming, and connectivity with devices like Chromecast and Apple CarPlay. Users can also integrate with smart speakers.

Is the NPR app free to use?

Yes, the NPR app is free to download and use. However, there is an optional subscription called NPR+ which offers additional perks like sponsor-free podcast listening and bonus content to support public media.

What devices is the NPR app compatible with?

The app is designed for mobile devices and can connect to various platforms for an enhanced listening experience. This includes Chromecast, AirPlay, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, and integration with smart speakers like Alexa.

How can I personalize my listening experience?

You can personalize your experience by using the NPR One feature, which creates a continuous stream of shows, news, headlines, and music tailored to your preferences. You can also add stories to a playlist, and the app will learn your tastes to deliver content you'll enjoy.