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XKCDY

XKCDY

Modern & open-source

88 ratings
10 reviews
🎬 Entertainment
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Archived App (Last seen on 25 Jun 2025)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 24, 2020
  • July 17, 2022

Features

Developer

Maxwell Isom
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iphone
ipad
🧾$2.99
In-App Purchase↘︎
⭐10
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🔄6+ apps
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❓8 answered
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📦w/o updates
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About

This app offers a modern, ad-free way to read and browse xkcd.com comics. It features full resolution comic loading, favorites, and iOS 14 widgets. An optional subscription unlocks new comic notifications and customization options.

✓Ad-free xkcd.com browsing
✓Full resolution comic loading
✓Favorites tab for comics
✓iOS 14 widgets
✓Supports Shortcuts.app
✓Optional Pro subscription for notifications and customization
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What's New in XKCDY

1.2.12

July 17, 2022

Bug fixes and improvements.

Subscription plans

XKCDY Pro Plan (1 Year)

Subscribe to get perks and support XKCDY!

$2.991 Year
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User reviews

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Pretty dang good

This app looks nice and does mostly what it should. The app does have a tendency to freeze or quit randomly, but otherwise works wonderfully. The only two things I’d change would be the size of the info bar when you’re reading (which is much larger than it needs to be and often obscures much of the comic, though it can be dismissed) and the ability to pick up in chronological order after you search a comic.
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HwaethereHwaethere

Good to have a widget again

Another app used regularly and nice to know when new ones come in.
JavaKnight3JavaKnight3

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Great app but why changed to 17+?
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Well …

Go ahead and like this version if you want but there's others that are so much better. I'm not going to mention names because that seems unfair to the developer and I'm the one who chose the best from all these with the same name. Besides, maybe you do love this app. There's nothing -wrong- with it so who am I to say?
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PhelineCatPhelineCat

iCloud Syncing Please!!

I’d love to see the possibility of syncing with iCloud. I just hate the idea of losing my favourites and such simply because I got a new phone!
SashCashMagashSashCashMagash
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FAQ

How does XKCDY handle new comic notifications?

New comic notifications are an exclusive feature of the XKCDY Pro Plan. This subscription provides timely alerts when new comics are published on xkcd.com.

What devices does XKCDY support?

XKCDY is designed to work seamlessly on iPhone and iPad, offering a great experience across both platforms. It is also compatible with iPod.

Is XKCDY free to use?

Yes, the core functionality of XKCDY is completely free and ad-free. An optional subscription, XKCDY Pro, offers additional perks like notifications and customization.

How much does the XKCDY Pro subscription cost?

The XKCDY Pro Plan is a 1-year auto-renewing subscription priced at $2.99 per year. You can manage your subscription and auto-renewal settings in your account settings.

What age rating does XKCDY have?

XKCDY has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the mature themes and humor often present in xkcd.com content.

How often is XKCDY updated?

The latest version of XKCDY is 1.2.12, last updated on July 17, 2022. Users can expect ongoing development and updates to enhance the app's features and performance.

Can I customize the appearance of XKCDY?

Customization options, such as changing the app icon and accent color, are available to users who subscribe to XKCDY Pro. These features enhance the personalized experience of the app.

What makes XKCDY different from other xkcd readers?

XKCDY stands out with its modern, open-source, and ad-free design. It offers features like full-resolution comic loading, iOS 14 widgets, and deep integration with iOS features like Shortcuts.app.