# Poetry Magazine App

> Digital access to contemporary and classic poetry, prose, and exclusive audio content. (iPhone/iPad app by The Poetry Foundation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poetry-magazine-app/id1210302710 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The Poetry Foundation](https://appshunter.io/developer/370143866)
- Category: Magazines & Newspapers, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 1,348 App Store ratings · 40 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-03-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poetry-magazine-app/id1210302710/reviews.md

## What is Poetry Magazine App?

The premier outlet for contemporary voices and poetic legacies, Poetry has been connecting readers with great poetry since 1912.The POETRY Magazine app delivers all the poems, prose, and special portfolios found in the monthly print edition of POETRY, plus exclusive digital extras, such as audio of authors reading their poems, translators’ notes, podcasts, archival content, and more. It also allows you to save your favorite poems and prose in each issue.

The POETRY Magazine app is free to download. Subscribers receive unlimited access to over 120 of the most recent issues of POETRY. A digital-only subscription is $29.99 per year. Print subscribers also get free access to everything in the app. Non-subscribers get access to the first article in each issue, all podcast episodes, and at least one complimentary issue per year.

Terms of use: https://reader.poetrymagazine.org/pugpig_assets/html/terms-of-use.html

## Key features

- Monthly print edition content
- Exclusive digital extras
- Audio of authors reading poems
- Podcasts and archival content
- Save favorite poems and prose

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Poetry Magazine Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| May 2018 | $2.99 | one-time |
| June 2018 | $2.99 | one-time |
| September 2018 | $2.99 | one-time |
| October 2018 | $2.99 | one-time |
| December 2018 | $2.99 | one-time |
| February 2019 | $2.99 | one-time |
| July/August 2020 | $2.99 | one-time |
| October 2023 | $3.99 | one-time |
| July/August 2018 | $2.99 | one-time |
| June 2020 | $2.99 | one-time |
| February 2018 | $2.99 | one-time |
| April 2019 | Free | one-time |
| April 2020 | Free | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #174 in Top Free · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)

## What do users think of Poetry Magazine App?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Excellent visuals and easy to read
- 🚀 Quick and easy download
- 👍 Clarity and quality allows focus on content
- 👍 Relatively cheap annual subscription
- 👍 Intuitive design and accessible audio/text
- 👍 Downloadable issues and night mode
- 👍 Poet audio recordings enhance the experience

**Cons**

- 🐛 App stopped downloading new issues
- 🐛 Glitchy and requires frequent re-downloading
- 🔍 Missing theme search feature from old app
- 🔍 Lacking some features compared to website

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App stopped downloading new issues
- Glitchy and requires frequent re-downloading

**Most requested features**

- Bring back the spinner/poem finder feature
- Expand content beyond just the magazine

## Recent user reviews (10 of 40)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poetry-magazine-app/id1210302710/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Paywall

*2026-05-13, version 3.3*

Might as well just charge for the app if every single article and poem is behind a paywall.

### 5/5 — Literally save me from brain rot

*2026-04-11, version 3.3*

Every time I am tempted to doom scroll instead I read a poem. I feel sooooo much better for it.

### 5/5 — Freedom is in artists speaking truth

*2025-10-06, version 3.3*

We must support our artists and poets are the pinnacle of artists.

### 5/5 — Time

*2025-09-24, version 3.3*

I find when I am down or up, being able to quickly open the app and flip to a poem my heart is refreshed - then back to the fray that marks each day

### 5/5 — Wonderful magazine

*2025-07-23, version 3.3*

I live in the UK so a print subscription doesn’t really work for me. The digital subscription through this app is well worth the cost - it’s introduced me to some wonderful poets I haven’t met before, and thoughtful essays on the art of poetry.

### 5/5 — Outstanding App

*2025-06-22, version 3.3*

Excellent visuals, easy to read, everything relevant and important about reading the publication is duplicated online. The download was quick and easy. Clarity and quality allows the poetry reader to focus on the content which is without peer. 
The free version allows access to many of the back issues (not all). The annual subscription is relatively cheap (£29/year at the writing of this review).
I’m recommending it to all my fellow poets and those who would like to have more poetry in their lives.

### 1/5 — Missing theme search from old app

*2025-06-16, version 3.3*

You used to be able to visually search by theme of poetry which was great!

### 5/5 — Love

*2025-05-31, version 3.3*

Love this magazine. Love this app. ❤️swoon❤️.

### 5/5 — great app

*2025-04-22, version 3.2*

great app. great poetry.

### 5/5 — Learning without end.

*2024-09-04, version 3.2*

I have read poetry for eight decades but in the past ten years I am finally learning poetry thanks to Poetry.

I flipped open essays this morning and discovered a delightful discussion of Chaucer that will prompt me to re-explore the Canterbury Tales with much better understanding.

Don’t change and never forget most of your support is from silent but very ardent appreciators. Thank you for being.

## Frequently asked questions about Poetry Magazine App

### What is the Poetry Magazine App?

The Poetry Magazine App provides digital access to the content of POETRY magazine, a publication known for contemporary voices and poetic legacies since 1912. It includes poems, prose, special portfolios, and exclusive digital extras like author readings and podcasts.

### What kind of content can I access?

You can access all poems, prose, and special portfolios found in the monthly print edition. Additionally, the app offers exclusive digital content such as audio of authors reading their poems, translators' notes, podcasts, and archival content.

### How much does the Poetry Magazine App cost?

The app is free to download. Subscribers to the magazine receive unlimited access to recent issues. A digital-only subscription costs $29.99 per year. Print subscribers also get free app access. Non-subscribers can access the first article per issue, all podcasts, and a complimentary issue annually.

### Who is this app for?

This app is designed for poetry lovers, readers who enjoy literary magazines, and individuals interested in exploring both contemporary and classic poetry and prose. It's also beneficial for those who appreciate hearing authors read their own work.

### Can I save poems I like?

Yes, the app allows you to save your favorite poems and prose from each issue. This feature enables you to easily revisit and enjoy the pieces that resonate with you the most.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.4 — 2026-06-16

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 3.3 — 2025-05-19

Articles will now save your progress if you leave and return later. More audio player speeds are available.

### 3.2 — 2023-08-10

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 3.1 — 2023-01-26

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 3.0 — 2022-10-18

Updated features and UI.

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