Disappointed with Creator Studio Upsells
I used to love Numbers, but I don’t appreciate this new “updated” version that has Creator Studio advertising all over the application. I just want a simple spreadsheet application, not another subscription. I uninstalled this version and reinstalled the older version.
Problems with ios27
Since updating to ios27 shared numbers documents persistently have popup messages saying ‘spreadsheet updating’. Prior, it would do this once. Now it’s 5-10 times preventing you from doing anything for an annoyingly long period of time.
Latest update brought some undesirable changes to app’s user interface
Latest update from today (10/1/26) is problematic just on the surface of opening the app. Existing spreadsheets that are set to “Reading View” and sized visually on the page to suit me, the user, at the time the app is closed are dramatically affected when the app is reopened. The spreadsheet is opened to the “edit” mode rather than Reading View as it was when closed is a problem. Also, the spreadsheet opens in an entirely different visual size when compared to what it was when the app was closed. The fact that I have to revise the visual display from the way it was set at the time of closing the app is ridiculous.
UPDATE: Lowered rating because the issues describe above are even more irritating after having to suffer them for another week and a few days. May seem like a small thing, but to leave a spreadsheet to tend to other matters and come back to the spreadsheet and it is literally NOT THE SAME AS WHEN I LEFT IT is inexcusable for the simple reason that, if on its own it changes the view and scaling, might it also be changing formulas and the data that is input? Please fix this and fast.
UPDATE: Lowered rating because the issues describe above are even more irritating after having to suffer them for another week and a few days. May seem like a small thing, but to leave a spreadsheet to tend to other matters and come back to the spreadsheet and it is literally NOT THE SAME AS WHEN I LEFT IT is inexcusable for the simple reason that, if on its own it changes the view and scaling, might it also be changing formulas and the data that is input? Please fix this and fast.
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Disappointing iCloud Syncing That Forces Hardware Upgrades
Extremely disappointed with Apple Numbers. I rely on iCloud syncing to keep my work up to date, but discovering that I need a newer MacBook to properly sync and access the latest version of my own documents is unacceptable. After spending time updating my spreadsheets, I opened Numbers on my other device only to find an outdated version instead of my latest work.
A basic feature like cloud syncing should work reliably without forcing customers to upgrade their hardware. Not everyone can or should have to buy a new MacBook just to use a productivity app properly. This has been a frustrating experience and has seriously affected my trust in Apple's software. Very disappointing.
A basic feature like cloud syncing should work reliably without forcing customers to upgrade their hardware. Not everyone can or should have to buy a new MacBook just to use a productivity app properly. This has been a frustrating experience and has seriously affected my trust in Apple's software. Very disappointing.
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Why force me to update OS?
I have sequoia 15.8.2 which is perfectly fine and supported. Numbers auto updated and broke the collaboration feature. Do you guys get pleasure by breaking simple things like this and forcing users to upgrade even if the OS doesn’t offer them enough to upgrade? You really aren’t much better than microslop on decisions like this one.
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Syncing Broken Without Warning
Today syncing documents via iCloud was broken for MacOS Sequoia, as that operating system is not eligible to install Numbers 15.4. MacOS Sequoia still receives security updates from Apple, and even two Macs both running the last version of Numbers cannot synchronize files. Our office relies on this service and are left unable to sync files until IT (yours truly) can update every computer in the office. Not appreciated. At least give us a warning next time.
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Collaboration is useless
Most people’s negative reviews seem to focus on the new subscription model but that’s really a non-issue as you can just ignore it to continue to use the same features as always. People are just knee jerking there. The actual problem with Numbers/Pages/Keynote is that a major feature is supposed to be the ability to collaborate on documents with other people in iCloud, yet seemingly every single app version roll-out and now even macOS version roll-out suddenly disables that collaboration until everyone updates. This kind of volatility makes reliable day-to-day collaboration in any working group a constant obstacle course and practically impossible. Especially given that OS updates are far from trivial to perform. In the end these apps remain toys, crippled by the inability to grasp priorities in design and features that has plagued Apple since Jobs died. Despite all owning Macs we have no choice but to stumble forward with Google’s online offerings.
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I like that it’s an apple app
I like that this is an apple app.
Slow on iOS27
The new iOS27 software also has glitches with Apple-made apps. The app is slow and occasionally unresponsive. Apple have really screwed up with iOS this year!
Trouble opening
Ever since a few updates ago, this program doesn’t always open on my phone or sync properly to iCloud.
Latest update brought some undesirable changes to app’s user interface
Latest update from today (10/1/26) is problematic just on the surface of opening the app. Existing spreadsheets that are set to “Reading View” and sized visually on the page to suit me, the user, at the time the app is closed are dramatically affected when the app is reopened. The spreadsheet is opened to the “edit” mode rather than Reading View as it was when closed is a problem. Also, the spreadsheet opens in an entirely different visual size when compared to what it was when the app was closed. The fact that I have to revise the visual display from the way it was set at the time of closing the app is ridiculous.
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Green
Please dial back the green UI.
It looks awful 🤢
It looks awful 🤢
Very clean software
Written in pure Apple style. Awesome!
Apple Killed off iCloud syncing for iOS 18.7.10
I have a perfectly good iPhone XS Max running the latest version of iOS 18.7.10
I have been using Pages, Numbers and Keynote across my iOS devices since 2019.
As of 09/30/2026 I received a pop up message “To collaborate, you'll need to use Numbers on iCloud.com or Numbers on a newer iPhone”
Once again Apple killing off perfectly good legacy Apple devices and forcing its users to spend thousands of dollars to upgrade.
Great job Apple!
I have been using Pages, Numbers and Keynote across my iOS devices since 2019.
As of 09/30/2026 I received a pop up message “To collaborate, you'll need to use Numbers on iCloud.com or Numbers on a newer iPhone”
Once again Apple killing off perfectly good legacy Apple devices and forcing its users to spend thousands of dollars to upgrade.
Great job Apple!
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Apple Creator Studio and the Erosion of the Out-of-the-Box Experience
The rollout of Apple’s Creator Studio subscription marks a troubling pivot in hardware-software strategy. The criticism surrounding this move isn't about the cost of a subscription, but rather the decision to entangle SaaS monetization with core, out-of-the-box system
Historically, Apple’s competitive advantage rested on providing an uncompromised, clean environment right out of the box. Third-party creative suites exist as opt-in downloads for a reason. By embedding paywalled pro features directly into default iWork applications, Apple introduces friction and forced upsells into daily workflows. This strategy divides the user base and degrades the native user experience. Apple didn't need to dilute the integrity of its core software to sell pro tools—doing so simply compromises the very brand loyalty that built its hardware ecosystem.
Historically, Apple’s competitive advantage rested on providing an uncompromised, clean environment right out of the box. Third-party creative suites exist as opt-in downloads for a reason. By embedding paywalled pro features directly into default iWork applications, Apple introduces friction and forced upsells into daily workflows. This strategy divides the user base and degrades the native user experience. Apple didn't need to dilute the integrity of its core software to sell pro tools—doing so simply compromises the very brand loyalty that built its hardware ecosystem.
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Great Spreadsheet Program
I’m glad this is what Apple has come to provide for its clients. I used to be an owner of Quick Books Pro until they made it a monthly debt payment. Numbers suits me best, thanks Apple!!!
Mediocre product turns to bad
Mac App Store identified an update to Pages, Numbers and Keynotes this morning. As usual I authorized the update, only to be left with two copies of each product. When researching the problem on the web it looks like Apple failed to recognized that old version of the product and clean it up. At the price Apple sell hard drive space on their laptop that’s really unethical. In addition I learn that there are now paid features in the product. Apple product were nice because they were free, not because they add any interesting features. I am now uninstalling all of these and will use alternate options.
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Apple Vision Pro Native
There is no excuse for these to not be native Apple Vision Pro apps. This is really unacceptable for how expensive all of your devices are.
2026-09-29 update
Got data erased with last updated. All September version of my file affected ?!
begs for update when i try to use
begs for update when i try to use
how can i get work done this way
how can i get work done this way
