Den for RSS vs Loop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Den for RSS
A modern news aggregator designed for simplicity and functionality. It offers broadsheet layouts to display more content, making it easy to discover articles, compare sources, and spot trends. Features include cloud sync, reader mode, and trending topic discovery.
- Cloud Sync across devices
- Wide format support (RSS, Atom, JSON)
- Import & Export OPML files
- Reader Mode for distraction-free reading
- Trending topics discovery
- Bookmarks for saving articles
- Web extension for feed discovery
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Create landscape views of what's happening with a modern, no-nonsense, news aggregator. Den is designed for those who value simplicity and functionality in a news app. With an intuitive, native interface and broadsheet layouts, Den stands apart by showcasing more content—especially on larger screens—making it easy to stay on top of the news that matters to you. Effortlessly discover interesting articles, compare sources, and spot trends all in one place. KEY FEATURES + Cloud Sync Seamlessly access your feeds, history, and settings across all your devices—no extra account required. + Wide Format Support Den supports RSS, Atom, and JSON feeds, ensuring compatibility with most sources. + Import & Export Easily back up and restore your feeds using standard OPML files. + Reader Mode Eliminate distractions with clutter-free article views for a streamlined reading experience. + Trending Topics Discover trending news and subjects, surfaced through powerful natural language processing. + Bookmarks Save articles to read later and never lose track of what caught your eye. + Search Functionality Stay up to date by searching for the latest news on specific topics or keywords. + Feed Organizer Manage your feed settings in bulk with ease. + Blocklists Enjoy an ad-free experience by blocking ads and other unwanted content. + Web Extension Automatically discover feeds as you browse the web. + Widgets Stay updated right from your home screen by displaying the latest news from your inbox, a folder, or a specific feed.
Loop
An independent podcast player designed for a superior audio experience on Apple devices. It offers features like sleep timers, chapter support, and automatic backups, all within a minimalist and privacy-focused interface.
- Sleep Mode with auto-pause timer
- Episode chapter support
- Podcast collections for sequential playback
- Automatic iCloud backup
- Privacy-first, no user tracking
- Offline episode downloads
- Podcast description translation
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A simple and intuitive podcast player, without a big company behind it — Loop is an independent podcast player, designed to provide the best possible audio experience on Apple platforms. Loop is a modern and full-featured podcast player with several useful features in a simple and intuitive interface: - Sleep Mode: Dim the player’s brightness and set a timer for automatic pause. - Chapter Support: View episode topics without leaving the player. - Collections: Create collections from your favorite podcasts and listen to the latest episodes of all podcasts in sequence. - Automatic Backup: Your collections and favorite podcasts are always saved in iCloud. - Podcast Discovery: Explore content randomly, with no algorithms behind it. - Apple Standard Experience: A smooth and intuitive experience for Apple ecosystem users. - Privacy First: Your data stays on your device, with no tracking. - Customization: Personalize your Loop experience your way. - Wallpaper Studio: Turn podcast covers into wallpapers. - High-Quality Streaming: Listen to your podcasts in the best quality, without restrictions. - Episode Download: Enjoy your favorite content even offline. - Podcast Description Translation: Learn more about the podcast, even if you don't know the language spoken in it. - Smart Search: Ask Loop to find podcasts related to a topic, and it will find related podcasts powered by Apple Intelligence. Loop is funded by each unit sold. Payment will be charged to your App Store account upon purchase confirmation. Privacy policy: https://loop-app.framer.website/privacy Designed and developed in Brazil.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Den for RSS at 91% against Loop's 67%. Den for RSS also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.5) and iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Den for RSS costs $4.99 and Loop $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Den for RSS holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Den for RSS's written reviews are positive against 67% of Loop's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 14, 2026.
| Parameter | Den for RSS | Loop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | $4.99 |
| Rating | 4.8 (5 ratings) — better | 4.5 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 90.9% of reviews — better | 66.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #61 — better | #77 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 73 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Garrett Johnson | Augusto Simionato |
Customer experience
Den for RSS
Loop
In-app purchases
Den for RSS
No in-app purchases
Loop
No in-app purchases
