# Skeptic Magazine

> Science and reason-based long-form articles with custom illustrations. (iPhone/iPad app by Magazinecloner.com US LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skeptic-magazine/id504551759 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Magazinecloner.com US LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/421104749)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 136 App Store ratings · 101 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-02-28
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skeptic-magazine/id504551759/reviews.md

## What is Skeptic Magazine?

Free 30-day trial with every new subscription now available in the app.

Skeptic features long-form, data-driven articles, and well-reasoned opinion pieces. Whatever the topic, we want to see how science and reason intersect with it to get us a little bit closer to what the truth might be. We call this approach Reality-based. Really.

Crafted through an extensive editorial process, each article is written by experts in their fields. When the time comes for you to read it, you can bet that every word counts… And it looks good too! Skeptic features custom, full-color illustrations by award-winning artists that enhance your reading experience.

Whether you're at home or on the go, the Skeptic App is the easiest way to access your favorite articles. Proven to be a great conversation starter for those who choose not to see the world in black and white.

    • Fully optimized for reading on mobile devices.
    • Bookmark pages, zoom in on illustrations, adjust text size in mobile view, and more!
    • Read directly in the app or your web browser.
    • Synchronize your subscription across all your devices.

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This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues.

Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest regular issue at the time of purchase.

-The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product.
-You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period.
-Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased.
-If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged.

Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account.

We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved.
If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store

Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags.

If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com

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You can find our privacy policy here:
http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx

You can find our terms and conditions here:
http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx

## Key features

- Data-driven articles
- Well-reasoned opinion pieces
- Custom full-color illustrations
- Mobile-optimized reading
- Bookmark pages
- Adjust text size
- Synchronize subscription across devices

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Skeptic Auto-Renewable Subscription | $16.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Skeptic 17.1 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Skeptic 17.2 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Skeptic 17.3 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Skeptic 17.4 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Skeptic 18.1 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Skeptic 18.2 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Skeptic 19.1 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Skeptic 19.4 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Skeptic 16.3 | $5.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Skeptic Magazine?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 📚 High-quality, science-based content
- 🧠 Promotes critical thinking and skeptical analysis
- 📱 Digital accessibility across devices
- ✅ Well-researched and fact-based articles
- 🎯 Addresses pseudoscience and misinformation
- 📖 Comprehensive coverage of diverse topics
- 💰 Affordable digital subscription option

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezes
- 📖 Poor app design and user interface
- 🔍 No text scaling or font adjustment features
- 📍 Difficult navigation without proper bookmarking
- 🔐 Subscription management issues and unclear billing
- ⏱️ Slow download speeds for issues
- 🎨 Unoptimized display for tablet/phone screens
- 📝 No annotation or highlighting capabilities
- 🔄 Syncing problems across devices
- ⚠️ Recent editorial bias concerns (political slant)

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Issues fail to download completely
- Black screen when attempting to read
- Subscription not recognized despite payment
- Account creation failures
- Syncing failures across devices
- Download progress stuck at 99%
- Table of contents not populating
- App hangs during loading
- Bookmark deletion not functional
- Cancellation confirmation not working

**Most requested features**

- Bookmark and reading progress persistence
- Text highlighting and annotation tools
- Dictionary integration for word definitions
- Improved text sizing and font options
- Better table of contents navigation
- Search functionality within issues
- Copy and paste text support
- Dark mode reading option
- More frequent issue releases
- Full back issue catalog access
- Responsive design for smaller screens

## Recent user reviews (10 of 101)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skeptic-magazine/id504551759/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not what it was

*2025-11-11*

This magazine used to be a beacon for nuanced un-biased perspectives on scientific thinking about the world. Now it's just political anti-woke nonsense. The articles just blame the political left for all surrounding mistrust in our institutions without articulating the rights role which = bias. Shermer also let conservative authors write anti-abortion articles that aren't science based (which is the point of the publication). Sorry Shermer, but you have lost your way.

### 4/5 — Great, but …

*2025-07-23*

I do find it amazing that this, and many other digital reading Apps, can’t seem to remember what page I last read or even what was the last issue I was reading!  This is just simply laziness or indifference.

### 3/5 — Paper is better.

*2025-03-04*

You know why? If I set down a paper magazine it doesn’t automatically close itself and hide in the pile of magazines I’ve not yet read. Honestly, who programs this stuff? Have they never actually used this App?

### 5/5 — Great

*2023-03-18*

Great!

### 5/5 — A skeptical resourse

*2022-03-02*

In a sea of unreflective and outright nonsense, a questioning voice to consider.

### 5/5 — The cure for the modern era

*2021-05-14*

I have always sought truthful, unbiased articles that tell the facts simply, wholly, and allow the reader to think critically. In today’s age of false claims, politicized facts, and skewed stories, finding sources like this are one in a million. Skeptic is that one in a million; whenever I need the unequivocal truth and an honest analysis, this is where I come.

### 1/5 — Can’t access digital subscription

*2021-03-08*

I purchased a digital subscription a couple years ago through Apple, and it clearly shows in my list of Apple Subscriptions. Unfortunately, when I try to read the digital version on my iPad, all I get is stupid Pocket Magazine saying that I need to subscribe. What?  I AM subscribed! Very annoying and if this not quickly resolved I will cancel!

### 5/5 — Finally,  FACTS

*2020-08-16*

Refreshing to read sober analysis. What a gift to have science based critical analysis on a range of issues.

### 5/5 — Skeptic Magazine

*2020-07-06*

Great articles assessing the truth or falsehood of all kinds of theories and assertions, with the truth being the only guiding light. Articles you’ll find nowhere else.

### 5/5 — Skeptic is great, the app is not

*2020-01-06, version 6.0.2*

The reader mode on the Skeptic app is mediocre at best. It changes article formatting in confusing ways and has typos that are not present in the magazine. The app developer has not issued an update in over a year. Does this mean that they think the app is already perfect?

## Frequently asked questions about Skeptic Magazine

### What kind of content does Skeptic Magazine offer?

Skeptic Magazine features long-form, data-driven articles and well-reasoned opinion pieces. The content focuses on how science and reason intersect with various topics, offering a reality-based perspective. Articles are crafted by experts in their fields and enhanced with custom illustrations.

### What are the reading features available in the app?

The app is fully optimized for mobile reading and offers several features to enhance the experience. You can bookmark pages, zoom in on illustrations, and adjust text size in the mobile view. Articles can be read directly within the app or your web browser.

### How does the subscription and payment work?

This is a free app download. Within the app, users can purchase individual issues or subscribe. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the current period ends. Payment is charged to your iTunes account, and any unused free trial portion is forfeited upon purchase.

### Can I access my purchased content on multiple devices?

Yes, you can synchronize your subscription across all your devices. By registering for or logging into a pocketmags account in-app, you can protect your issues and browse your purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging in.

### What should I do if the app doesn't load properly?

If the app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, it is recommended to delete and reinstall the app from the App Store. For initial setup, it's advised to load the app for the first time in a Wi-Fi area to ensure all issue data is retrieved.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.4.7 — 2025-07-12

NEW - Article Audio available on selected issues
Improved app and reader stability

We always love to hear from you - please don’t hesitate to contact us at info@pocketmags.com with any feedback or if you require assistance

### 7.2.10 — 2024-02-05

New and improved app homepage
Enhanced reading experience
New subscription page
Voiceover improvements
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 7.2.4 — 2023-09-06

New and improved app homepage
New subscription page
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 7.1.14 — 2023-03-09

New and improved app homepage
New subscription page
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

### 7.0.47 — 2023-01-19

New and improved app homepage
New subscription page
My Account controls
Numerous bug fixes and improvements

We're here to help! Please contact help@pocketmags.com with any questions or feedback.

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