Fiper vs Circles Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Fiper
Take control of your news consumption with this fast and visually appealing reader. It offers an unfiltered, chronological feed from any source you choose, making it easy to follow blogs and news sites without algorithmic interference.
- Unfiltered chronological timeline
- Follow any news source or blog
- Lightning-fast performance
- Visual, photo-centric design
- Automatic RSS feed detection
- Easy to use
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Are you tired of algorithms determining what you read? Switch to Fiper, the lightning-fast and beautiful news reader that puts you back in control! Fiper is much more than just a news app. It's the ultimate RSS reader that's incredibly easy to use, even if you don't know what RSS is. What makes Fiper unique? - 100% Unfiltered: Enjoy a pure, chronological timeline. No algorithms, no information bubbles, just the news and blogs you really want to see. - Follow Any Source: From the largest national newspapers to the smallest local blogs or specialised sites—as long as there's a feed, you can add it. You decide your media diet. - Super Fast & Visual: Fiper has been completely revamped, is lightning fast and has an attractive, photo-centric design that is more reminiscent of Instagram than a traditional RSS reader. - Child's Play: Just enter a website's URL and Fiper's smart algorithm will automatically find the RSS feed for you. No more searching for technical links! Rediscover the news on your own terms. Download Fiper and experience how intuitive, fast and easy it can be to follow all your favourite media.
Circles Reader
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Stay updated with the latest news, blogs, and articles from your favorite sources with Circles Reader, the ultimate RSS reader designed for the modern user. Whether you're a news junkie, a blog enthusiast, or simply someone who loves to stay informed, Circles Reader is your go-to app for a seamless reading experience. Key Features: - Syncs all your feeds and articles via your favorite RSS aggregator service - Dark mode: reduce eye strain and enjoy reading in low-light environments
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Fiper at none against Circles Reader's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Fiper ships an update every 3 weeks, Circles Reader fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Fiper | Circles Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (50 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 81.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 50 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Edeas | Circles Incorporated |
In-app purchases
Fiper
No in-app purchases
Circles Reader
No in-app purchases
