# Surfer Magazine

> A surfing magazine offering global surf news, pro interviews, and destination features. (iPhone/iPad app by The Arena Platform, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surfer-magazine/id535995104 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The Arena Platform, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1254283616)
- Category: Sports, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 313 App Store ratings · 64 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 52 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-06-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surfer-magazine/id535995104/reviews.md

## What is Surfer Magazine?

We founded Surfer Magazine in 1960 with a mission: to bring our readers a slice of the entire surfing world with each issue. And for over four decades, we've made good on that promise. Every issue of Surfer is packed with spectacular award-winning photos, provocative interviews with the leading pros, and journeys to the coolest undiscovered surf spots. With your order you'll get the Annual Oversized Issue, the Buyer's Guide, and the Hot 100, featuring the world's best new surfers.	

Surfer Magazine Pricing:
	• Single Issue Price - USD $7.99*
	• Subscription 1 Year - USD 8.99*
	  * For non-US app stores, the equivalent currency charges will apply.
	  Please note: App subscriptions do not include access to subscription-only content on our website.

	Additional Subscription Information:
	• Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.
	• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.
	• Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal.
	• Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase.
	• No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period.

	Privacy Policy - https://bit.ly/2J5Ujfh
	Terms of Use - https://bit.ly/2J1YZqL
	• Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

## Key features

- Award-winning photography
- Interviews with leading pros
- Journeys to undiscovered surf spots
- Features on best new surfers
- Annual Oversized Issue
- Buyer's Guide

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| November 2012, by PixelMags | $3.99 | one-time |
| July 2012, by PixelMags | Free | one-time |
| 2011 PHOTO ANNUAL, by PixelMags | $0.99 | one-time |
| NOVEMBER 2011, by PixelMags | $0.99 | one-time |
| DECEMBER 2011, by PixelMags | $0.99 | one-time |
| Salted of Surfer Magazine, by PixelMags | $4.99 | one-time |
| Photo Annual 2012 of Surfer Magazine | $4.99 | one-time |
| October 2013 of Surfer Magazine | Free | one-time |
| September 2013 of Surfer Magazine | Free | one-time |
| Salted 2013 of Surfer Magazine | $4.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Surfer Magazine?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Great content and photography
- 👍 Informative stories and stunning pictures
- 👍 Beautiful digital presentation
- 👍 Easy to carry digital copies
- 👍 Interactive content with videos
- 👍 Good value for subscription price

**Cons**

- 🐛 App not working/broken
- 🐛 Subscription not recognized
- 🐛 Issues with accessing paid content
- 🐛 Poor formatting and zooming issues
- 🐛 Low resolution images
- 🐛 Customer service nonexistent/unresponsive
- 🐛 App not included for print subscribers
- 🐛 Digital version not free for print subscribers
- 🐛 Unstable and unusable at times
- 🐛 App not ready for market
- 🐛 Graphics issues when zooming
- 🐛 App doesn't fit full screen on some devices
- 🐛 App ruined by updates
- 🐛 Black screen after update
- 🐛 Bad on iPhone, good on iPad
- 🐛 Extra real estate unusable on larger phones
- 🐛 Scaling issues
- 🐛 Reading impossible without zooming text

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Subscribe button frozen/fails
- Cannot access issues newer than fall 2020
- Impossible to sign in to access paid magazines
- Restoring purchases never restores anything
- App does not work at all
- Does not recognize subscriber
- App completely broken
- Glitches experienced
- Contacting customer support twice to access product
- App not working for many people
- Restore my purchases fails
- No way to contact them
- App failed
- App not formatted properly
- Have to zoom in to read articles and see pictures properly
- App became impossible to sign in
- App doesn't even open
- App won't open
- Black screen after update
- App doesn't work at all after update
- App broken after update
- App doesn't open now
- App doesn't work at all
- New update makes magazine unreadable
- App ruined by update
- App is a disgrace
- Scaling of the app makes extra real estate unusable
- Images are super low resolution when zooming
- Magazine is sized for the app, making reading impossible without zooming
- App doesn't fit full screen anymore
- Lower quality since update
- App frozen first time opened, then would not open
- App just shows one page with no navigation or instruction
- App doesn't work

**Most requested features**

- Easier way to read pages (like Apple News)
- Digital magazine with short videos
- Pictures easily clickable and blown up
- Text easily readable without zooming
- Auto download for recent copies
- Update for iPhone 5
- Digital edition included for print subscribers
- Better formatting for smaller screens
- Improved image quality and zoom functionality

## Recent user reviews (10 of 64)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/surfer-magazine/id535995104/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Subscribe button frozen!

*2025-05-25*

The subscribe button just loads for a few mins and then eventually fails…anyone else having this problem? I would really like to sub!

### 1/5 — Active subscription but can’t get any issue newer then fall 2020

*2021-06-28*

Help

### 5/5 — Hasta luego

*2020-10-08*

So sorry to hear of your ending.  It was a great ride!!!!

### 5/5 — Surfer

*2019-11-21*

The best

### 1/5 — Stopped working

*2018-11-28*

It was never that great of an app to begin with because it’s not formatted properly and you have to zoom in to read articles and see pictures properly. But it was still worth it because you could access Surfer magazine content if living abroad. But at some point it became impossible to sign in to access the magazines you’ve paid for. When you try it says restoring purchases will just take a few minutes and then never restores anything. I called customer service but was told there is no digital subscription for surfer magazine, they recommended asking credit card to dispute charge.

**Developer response:** Hello Valued Customer. Please email us so that we may better assist you. ziniocms@enthusiastnetwork.com - We have fixed the zoom in to read problems by adding a responsive view. There is a banner inside of the app that further explains how to access this feature. Also, once you sign in and click the restore purchases button, you still must go back to each individual issue and click the download button to start the download process of each issue. Hope to receive an email rom you soon so that we can answer all questions. Thank you.

### 1/5 — Go somewhere else

*2018-11-08*

Customer service is literally nonexistent. No one will respond. No one cares if something doesn’t work. So long as your check clears! I’ve been paying for a subscription for three months and haven’t received anything. Not a single magazine. No phone call. No email. No log in. When I got someone on the phone (who happened to be a supervisor) they acted like it was my fault.

### 1/5 — Does not work at all - save your money

*2018-07-21, version 5.2*

This app does not work at all. Even deleting and reinstalling will not let you download any issues of your subscription - it does not recognize you as a subscriber at all. The app is completely broken and does not work...period.

### 2/5 — Unstable and unusable

*2018-05-06, version 5.2*

Okay, so I originally gave this app one star but recent updates and customer support appear to have things back on track. When it works, the app is fine - it allows you to enjoy the magazine and makes navigating easy. That said, I’ve been an online subscriber for a long time and the glitches I’ve experienced suggest that the app was never ready for market. As an iTunes subscriber, I shouldn’t need to contact customer support twice just to be able to access the product. If this app remains trouble free, I’d happily give it four or five stars but it’s early days for the latest version!

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2017-04-14, version 4.12*

The company emailed me saying that they are aware that the app is not working for many people who bought the subscription but, as I purchased it through iTunes, it is not their responsibility to reimburse me.  Looks like I'm out $9.00.

### 5/5 — Can't access my subscription

*2017-04-13*

I totally wasted 8.99. Until they fix this app my purchase was for nothing. I've uninstalled the app. Done everything the FAQ says to do but nothing. The "restore my purchases" fails. To make matters worse there is no contacting them so I'm forced to give them a 1 star. I'll change it if they fix this app. I was happy until the app failed.

**Developer response:** Hello Valued Customer. We have recently refreshed the app with new features and customer support. Please update the app on your phone and take the new app for a test drive. If you are still having problems, please email appsupport@zinio.com - Thank you.

## Frequently asked questions about Surfer Magazine

### What is Surfer Magazine about?

Surfer Magazine brings readers a comprehensive view of the entire surfing world. Each issue is filled with spectacular award-winning photos, provocative interviews with leading professional surfers, and features on journeys to exciting, undiscovered surf spots.

### What kind of content can I expect in each issue?

You can expect award-winning photography showcasing the beauty of surfing, in-depth interviews with the sport's top professionals, and articles detailing trips to the coolest, lesser-known surf destinations. Additionally, special issues like the Annual Oversized Issue and the Buyer's Guide are included.

### How much does Surfer Magazine cost?

A single issue is priced at USD $7.99. A one-year subscription is available for USD $8.99. Please note that for non-US app stores, equivalent currency charges will apply. These prices are subject to change.

### Can I manage my subscription?

Yes, subscriptions can be managed by the user. Auto-renewal can be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. You must turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period to avoid being charged for the next period.

### What are the benefits of subscribing?

Subscribing provides access to a year's worth of content, including special editions like the Annual Oversized Issue, the Buyer's Guide, and the Hot 100 featuring the world's best new surfers. It's a cost-effective way to stay connected to the global surfing world.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 18.0 — 2020-03-31

This release includes bug fixes and general stability improvements

### 13.1 — 2019-05-20

This release includes bug fixes and general stability improvements

### 5.2 — 2018-04-19

Bug Update: Magazine content that contain blank pages has been fixed. 
Please delete the app first, then download this update. You will need to restore purchases.

### 5.1 — 2018-02-06

iOS 11 Update

### 5.0 — 2017-08-08

- New and improved user interface
- New preview function 
- Easy-to-read text mode on iPad and iPhone
- New search function

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