Toronto Star

Toronto Star

Local Stories & Investigations

236 ratings
164 reviews
Free
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Released
July 21, 2010
Updated
October 29, 2026

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Access award-winning journalism and local stories with real-time news alerts and a personalized feed. Enjoy podcasts, digital editions, puzzles, and manage newsletters. Resume reading instantly and access saved articles in a streamlined hub.

✓Personalized newsfeed
✓Real-time breaking news alerts
✓Resume reading feature
✓Podcast streaming
✓ePaper access
✓Integrated puzzles and comics
✓Newsletter management
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What users say about Toronto Star

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What's New in Toronto Star

9.81.0

October 29, 2026

Bug fixes and enhancements

7

Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

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Monthly Subscription

$19.991 Month
6 Months trial
Price Updates
November 1, 2026→$19.99
April 10, 2025→$19.99
December 21, 2024→$14.99
August 18, 2024→$14.99
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User reviews

Leaving with Grace

DEACTIVATED 👎…not what I’m interested in from a personal perspective in honest opinions and reporting.

Doesn’t compare well…

…with any of my other news apps, all of which allow a greater number of saved articles and make it easy to share, even with non-subscribers. The search often fails to locate articles I know exist (e.g., I just read it a couple days ago) with exact keywords that appear in the headlines. It will tell you someone liked or disliked a comment but the link doesn’t take you to the comment. Needs more work.
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Not Responsive to App Issues

I emailed their mobile feedback to let them know there are issues with the app functioning and they still haven’t updated or fixed the issue. They did respond to the email but no updates or fixes over a week later. Issues have been ongoing for weeks now.

Useless- won’t open

I have had a subscription and used the Toronto Star app for a number of years. About three months ago the links from my email would bring me to the app and the ever loading spinner. When I go to the app, it never loads. I have uninstalled and reinstalled the app numerous times. It’s a pretty useless subscription when I can’t ever read the news! Less than one star.
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Needs a news widget

I would use this app far more if it had a set of widgets for top stories and different sections like the CBC app does. Huge missed opportunity.

Developer apps

User experience

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Reported Bugs

6 issues

Crashes when opening

Bug

Notifications don't link properly to news stories

Bug

Saved articles not persistent

Bug

Links within articles open in browser instead of app

Bug

Home page freezes

Bug

Crossword doesn't save progress

Bug
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Requested Features

12 requests

Ability to enlarge text via finger pinch

Feature

Bookmarking

Feature

External link handling

Feature

Comment board

Feature

Ability to delete or hide read articles

Feature

Lookup & Speak features

Feature

Gift article function

Feature

Ability to update credit card info

Feature

Sync subscription across devices

Feature

Ability to configure home page

Feature

Spell check/lookup

Feature

Ability to alter font size

Feature

FAQ

Does Toronto Star have ads?

Yes, the Toronto Star app contains advertisements. Users have reported issues with too many ads interrupting their experience.

How much does a Toronto Star subscription cost?

Subscriptions are available monthly for $19.99 with a 6-month free trial, or annually for $179.99 with a 1-year free trial. Payment is charged to your iTunes Account upon confirmation of purchase.

Can I cancel my Toronto Star subscription?

Users have reported significant difficulties in canceling their subscriptions, with some describing it as impossible. Subscription renewal can be turned off in Account Settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

What devices support the Toronto Star app?

The Toronto Star app is supported on iPhone and iPad devices.

How often is the Toronto Star app updated?

The latest version of the app is 9.81.0, and it was last updated on October 29, 2026. Updates are provided to manage app-related preferences and data.

What is the age rating for the Toronto Star app?

The Toronto Star app has an age rating of 17+, indicating it is suitable for mature audiences.

What do users like about the Toronto Star app?

User reviews highlight great journalism, excellent newspaper content, and important grassroots reporting as key strengths of the app.

What are common user complaints about the Toronto Star app?

Common complaints include difficulties with unsubscribing, concerns about censorship, and issues with the app freezing or not recognizing subscriptions. Some users also find the content dated or the app glitchy.