# EL PAÍS vs VEJA

The clearest difference is rating: VEJA at 2.7 against EL PAÍS's 2.1. VEJA also leads on ads (none vs shown). EL PAÍS's advantage is ratings volume (188 vs 16). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EL PAÍS sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month and VEJA sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

VEJA holds the better App Store score, 2.7 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EL PAÍS has 188 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of EL PAÍS's written reviews are positive against 17% of VEJA's.

EL PAÍS ships an update fortnightly, VEJA every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EL PAÍS | VEJA |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.1 (188 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/el-pais/id301049096/reviews) | **[2.7 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/veja/id385529352/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **188** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 14.2% of reviews | **17.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 168 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Ediciones El Pais SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/375656061) | [Abril](https://appshunter.io/developer/324320696) |

## What reviewers say

### EL PAÍS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/el-pais/id301049096)

Access global Spanish-language news from a leading media outlet. Read articles from various editions, enjoy multimedia content, and save stories for offline reading. Subscribers get access to print editions and exclusive content.

**Highlights:** Access to multiple editions (Spain, Americas, Mexico, Brazil, English, Catalonia), Unlimited access to all content, sections, and publications, Offline reading capability, News alerts, Multimedia content, Exclusive articles for registered users, Access to print editions and supplements for subscribers

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Suscripción básica mensual | $9.00 | per month |
| Suscripción básica mensual | $10.00 | per month |
| Suscripción básica mensual | $10.00 | per month |
| Monthly global | $10.99 | per month |
| Suscripción premium mensual | $14.00 | per month |
| Suscripción básica anual | $99.99 | per year |
| Suscripción básica anual | $99.99 | per year |
| Suscripción premium anual | $129.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌐 Good for learning Spanish
- 📰 Quality journalism
- 👍 Easy to navigate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 💤 Slow performance
- 📢 Excessive ads
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🔄 Constant log-out issues

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes or crashes on launch
- Inability to log in or stay logged in
- Corrupted or missing content after updates
- Navigation issues (e.g. getting stuck on home page)

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to save articles for later
- Improved integration with other apps (e.g. Pocket, Google)
- More customization options


### VEJA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/veja/id385529352)

Access top news from Brazil and around the world, covering politics, economy, health, and culture. Enjoy exclusive content from the print magazine and website, plus insights from renowned journalists and over 25 columnists. Stay informed with real-time updates and in-depth analysis.

**Highlights:** Top news from Brazil and the world, Exclusive magazine and website content, Opinion from renowned journalists, In-depth analysis and real-time reporting, Access to 10 additional Abril brands

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Revista VEJA Mensal | $0.99 | per month |
| Revista VEJA Mensal | $3.99 | per month |
| Revista VEJA Anual | $12.99 | per year |
| Revista VEJA Anual | $17.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent app experience
- 👍 Great interactive features
- 💡 Innovative content delivery
- 🚀 Fast and stable performance

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🐛 Frequent login issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with iOS updates
- 🐛 Unreliable content downloads
- 👎 Poor customer support

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unable to restore purchased content
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between Wi-Fi and cellular
- Outdated content not automatically removed

**Requested features**

- Integrate with Apple Newsstand
- Offer discounted subscription for print subscribers
- Improve navigation and bookmarking features
- Optimize for retina display devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EL PAÍS free?

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

### Is VEJA free?

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

### Which has better reviews, EL PAÍS or VEJA?

VEJA is rated higher. EL PAÍS averages 2.1 out of 5 from 188 ratings, while VEJA averages 2.7 from 16 ratings.

### Do EL PAÍS or VEJA have ads?

EL PAÍS shows ads; VEJA does not.

### Which is updated more often, EL PAÍS or VEJA?

EL PAÍS ships an update fortnightly, and VEJA every 3 weeks. Most recently, EL PAÍS was updated on September 24, 2026 and VEJA on September 22, 2026.

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