# Coding User vs UnHerd

The clearest difference is review sentiment: UnHerd at 62% against Coding User's 0%. UnHerd also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ads (none vs shown). Coding User's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Coding User sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and UnHerd sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UnHerd holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: UnHerd has 818 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Coding User's written reviews are positive against 62% of UnHerd's.

Coding User ships an update every 25 months, UnHerd every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Coding User | UnHerd |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coding-user/id1333588374/reviews) | **[4.8 (818 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unherd/id1547403989/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **818** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **61.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 43 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Papercut](https://appshunter.io/developer/1120017500) | [UnHerd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1547403991) |

## What reviewers say

### Coding User

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/coding-user/id1333588374)

Access comprehensive guides and tutorials on coding and programming. Learn about Linux, Ubuntu, Raspberry Pi, and more with illustrated content from a leading tech publisher. Carry your coding knowledge with you anytime, anywhere.

**Highlights:** Step-by-step coding guides, Latest tech build publications, Illustrated content, Linux, Ubuntu, Raspberry Pi tutorials, Pocketmags account integration, Offline access recommended via Wi-Fi download

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coding User | $9.99 | per year |
| Spring 2023 (id:704054) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Raspberry Pi Ma... (id:763560) | $4.99 | one-time |
| The Python Manual (id:763563) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Linux Open Sour... (id:763562) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Linux, Tips, Ha... (id:764418) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coding for Begi... (id:764659) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Raspberry Pi – ... (id:764715) | $4.99 | one-time |
| The Ubuntu Manual (id:763561) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Python Manual (id:805973) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Linux Manual (id:805910) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Complete Raspbe... (id:805908) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Raspberry Pi Tr... (id:809261) | $9.99 | one-time |


### UnHerd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unherd/id1547403989)

Access a curated collection of articles, videos, and podcasts from a leading publication. Save content for offline reading and receive timely notifications for new editions and must-read pieces. Customize your feed with UK or US editions.

**Highlights:** Offline article reading, Content notifications, All content in one place, UK or US edition feeds, Save favorite articles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly membership | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly membership | $69.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 📚 Informative and thought-provoking articles
- 🖋️ Well-written and insightful commentary
- 🌐 Diverse range of perspectives
- 🔍 Covers underreported topics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔑 Frequent login issues
- 🤖 Unreliable app performance
- 🔍 Limited content availability
- 💰 Subscription management problems

**Reported bugs**

- App frequently logs users out
- Inconsistent content availability between app and website
- Recaptcha issues preventing commenting

**Requested features**

- Add audio/podcast option for articles
- Improve app stability and login experience
- Provide better content discoverability
- Enhance subscription management features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Coding User free?

Coding User is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is UnHerd free?

UnHerd is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Coding User or UnHerd?

UnHerd is rated higher. Coding User averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while UnHerd averages 4.8 from 818 ratings.

### Do Coding User or UnHerd have ads?

Coding User shows ads; UnHerd does not.

### Which is updated more often, Coding User or UnHerd?

Coding User ships an update every 25 months, and UnHerd every 2 months. Most recently, Coding User was updated on October 2, 2026 and UnHerd on October 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*