# The New York Review of Books

> Literary and intellectual journal featuring essays, reviews, and debates on current affairs. (iPhone/iPad app by NYREV, INC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-new-york-review-of-books/id1231571379 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [NYREV, INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1231571378)
- Category: Magazines & Newspapers, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 4,363 App Store ratings · 117 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 20 MB
- Languages: British English
- Released: 2017-06-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-new-york-review-of-books/id1231571379/reviews.md

## What is The New York Review of Books?

Since 1963, The New York Review of Books has been the place where the world’s leading authors, scientists, educators, artists, and political leaders turn when they wish to engage in a spirited debate on literature, politics, art, and ideas with a small but influential audience that welcomes the challenge. Each issue addresses some of the most passionate political and cultural controversies of the day and reviews the most engrossing new books and the ideas that illuminate them.

The print edition of The New York Review of Books, included in the app, is published 20 times a year. The app also includes all of our online-only content. Articles can be bookmarked for later reading, and the app includes a link to browse our shop, The Reader’s Catalog.

Current print and online-only subscribers receive full access to the app through existing website login credentials (email and password). The app may also be purchased directly through the app store. Purchases made through the app store do not include access to The Review’s website and complete archive.

SUBSCRIBERS’ AUTOMATIC-RENEWAL FEATURE:
Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will automatically be charged at the same price for renewal, as stated above, within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.

Current subscriptions may not be cancelled during the active subscription period, but you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account Settings after purchase.

NOTE: WHEN PURCHASING A SUBSCRIPTION OF THIS TITLE, YOU AGREE TO THE PRIVACY POLICY AND TERMS OF SERVICE WHICH CAN BE VIEWED BY GOING TO:
Privacy Policy: https://www.nybooks.com/privacy/
Terms of Service: https://www.nybooks.com/about/terms-of-service/

## Key features

- In-depth essays and reviews
- Debates on literature, politics, and art
- Full print edition included
- Online-only content
- Bookmark articles
- Access to Reader's Catalog shop

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One Month \| New York Review | $7.99 | per month |
| One Year \| New York Review | $79.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 21-Dec-17 | $5.99 | one-time |
| June 28, 2018 | $5.99 | one-time |
| July 19, 2018 | $5.99 | one-time |
| NYREV, INC Feed 31 | $5.99 | one-time |
| NYREV, INC Feed 38 | $5.99 | one-time |
| NYREV, INC Feed 39 | $5.99 | one-time |
| NYREV, INC Feed 52 | $5.99 | one-time |
| NYREV, INC Feed 66 | $5.99 | one-time |
| NYREV, INC Feed 73 | $5.99 | one-time |


## Chart rankings

- #193 in Top Free · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)
- #130 in Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)

## What do users think of The New York Review of Books?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🚀 Unique and high-quality content
- 👍 Excellent breadth of coverage
- 👍 Pleasurable reading experience
- 👍 Functional and beautiful app design
- 👍 Offline reading capability

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent login issues
- 🐛 Unreliable offline mode
- 🐛 Clunky navigation and poor search functionality
- 🐛 Lack of customization options (font size, dark mode)
- 🐛 Inconsistent subscription management

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inability to download more than 2 issues offline
- Frequent crashes and app instability
- Inconsistent login behavior across devices
- Truncated app name on home screen
- Broken PDF viewing functionality

**Most requested features**

- Ability to adjust font size and style
- Dark mode option for night reading
- Improved search and browsing functionality
- Better integration between app and website subscriptions
- Access to full archive of past issues

## Recent user reviews (10 of 117)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-new-york-review-of-books/id1231571379/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Terrible text sizing

*2026-07-25, version 25.0.1*

I love NYRB, and their website is so well designed and very functional. So how can this app be so off with something as basic as text sizing? The default is small enough that I have a hard time reading it, but the next size up is huge. This is an issue since v 1 of this app and it’s an easy fix.

### 5/5 — Indispensable magazine with demanding readers

*2026-06-14, version 25.0.1*

I think the app is generally very good since I read it on my iPad. I find it rather funny the number of negative reviews views that are that a literary magazine doesn’t have the resources to constantly update their app, but they have updated it slowly and it’s better than ever

### 3/5 — My favorite magazine.

*2026-06-07, version 25.0.1*

I’ve read the New York Review since its first issue during the 1962 newspaper strike.  I loved it at first sight and I still do.  It’s a bright spot in the glut of what passes for journalism.

### 5/5 — Must have it.

*2026-03-29, version 25.0.1*

I must have this magazine for useful rational information, viewpoints, and entertainment. 
Please keep AI away from the content. 
App works!

### 2/5 — What’s with the font sizes?

*2026-02-03*

Font sizes are either unacceptably small or ridiculously oversized, starting at 2 (why?), then roughly 6, only to leap to about 16 before increasing all the way up to 48 (allowing for no more than ten characters per line on an iPhone).

Where are 8, 10, or 12, font sizes most readers would find easiest to read?

The LONDON Review uses the same Pugpig Bolt software and gets everything right.

### 5/5 — The best essays

*2026-01-29, version 25.0.1*

I love the NYR especially for its essays, which are thorough and illuminating but more manageable in a sitting than the New Yorker. 
Unlike the New Yorker, which I also subscribe to and ad,ore enormously, the monthly NYR does not overwhelm or leave me feeling guilty for not keeping up! Fintan O’Toole and Zadie Smith are favourite contributors. I appreciate an international perspective on international affairs while the paper’s heart still resides in NY. I love the design and feel of the physical object but I also enjoy the app on my iPad and reading the online pieces as soon as they come out. It’s a joy to receive the issues in my mailbox, on the other side of the world in the Blue Mountains, Australia.

### 5/5 — Life changing

*2026-01-18, version 25.0.1*

Life changing

### 5/5 — Always

*2025-12-28, version 25.0.1*

Always well written. Always informative. Always thought provoking, even in disagreement. Always worth while.

### 5/5 — Still delivering unique content of the highest quality

*2025-10-20, version 25.0*

I’ve been a subscriber off and on for years. Over time I’ve subscribed to many other publications, Substacks, and media aggregators (and still do). In a time where so much content is available, the review continues to feature ideas and insights that you cannot find elsewhere, writing of the highest quality, and an excellent breadth of coverage. Well worth the time and cost.

### 4/5 — Does not work

*2025-09-12, version 24.0*

NYRB claims it is not a product they designed.

## Frequently asked questions about The New York Review of Books

### What is The New York Review of Books app?

The app provides access to a renowned literary and intellectual journal that features in-depth essays, reviews, and debates on literature, politics, art, and ideas. It includes the full print edition published 20 times a year, as well as exclusive online-only content.

### How can I access content in the app?

Current print and online-only subscribers can access all content using their existing website login credentials. Alternatively, you can purchase a subscription directly through the app store.

### What are the subscription options?

Subscriptions can be purchased directly through the app store. These subscriptions are set to automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and auto-renewal settings in your iTunes Account Settings.

### Does purchasing a subscription through the app give me access to the website archive?

No, purchases made directly through the app store do not include access to The Review’s website and complete archive. Website access is typically included with print and online subscriptions managed through their website.

### What kind of content can I expect to find?

You can expect to find spirited debates on literature, politics, art, and ideas from leading authors, scientists, educators, artists, and political leaders. The content addresses passionate political and cultural controversies and reviews engrossing new books and the ideas they illuminate.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 25.0.1 — 2025-11-20

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 25.0 — 2025-09-18

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 24.0 — 2025-06-13

• Addition of dark mode function
• Other bug fixes and performance improvements

### 23.0 — 2023-06-29

• Direct subscribers now login using your existing nybooks.com credentials. 
• Ability to change font size. 
• Enhanced layout and readability.
• Easier article bookmarking.

### 22.0 — 2020-07-15

This release includes bug fixes and general stability improvements

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