# iGeneration vs MacFormat

The clearest difference is ads: MacFormat at none against iGeneration's shown. MacFormat also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). iGeneration's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iGeneration sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and MacFormat sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for iGeneration against 4.6 for MacFormat. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 54 and 87 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 55% of iGeneration's written reviews are positive against 48% of MacFormat's.

iGeneration ships an update every 4 days, MacFormat every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iGeneration | MacFormat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igeneration/id346175650/reviews)** | [4.6 (87 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macformat/id451439182/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 54 | **87** |
| Positive reviews | **55.4% of reviews** | 47.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 23 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MacGeneration](https://appshunter.io/developer/346175653) | [Future plc](https://appshunter.io/developer/378460265) |

## What reviewers say

### iGeneration

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/igeneration/id346175650)

Stay updated with the latest news and information on Apple products, including Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Access content from MacGeneration, iGeneration, and WatchGeneration.

**Highlights:** Apple product news, Mac, iPhone, iPad updates, Access to multiple news sites, Free to use, Optional Club iGen subscription

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription 1 month | $5.99 | per month |
| Subscription 1 year | $46.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 📰 Excellent content quality
- 📱 Intuitive and pleasant interface
- 👍 Well-written articles
- 💡 In-depth analysis and tech articles
- 💰 Affordable subscription option

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Overwhelming and intrusive ads
- 🚫 Ads interrupt music playback
- 💸 Expensive subscription for some
- 😠 Aggressive advertising tactics
- 👎 Ads make the app unusable

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup
- Articles not loading on iPad Pro
- Login issues with subscription
- Full article list for premium articles not displaying
- Keynote page not displaying on iPad version

**Requested features**

- Option to disable premium content notifications for free users
- Improved ad blocking or less intrusive ad implementation
- English version of the app
- Filter for 'concept' articles
- More in-depth articles on repairability and environmental impact


### MacFormat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/macformat/id451439182)

Access in-depth reviews, expert advice, and tutorials for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Discover new apps and accessories to enhance your Apple device experience. Get more value from your technology.

**Highlights:** Apple device reviews, Expert technical advice, App and accessory recommendations, Tutorials and tips, In-depth content, Digital magazine issues

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| 3 Month Subscription | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Month Subscription | $18.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| The complete guide to the new iPhone | $0.99 | one-time |
| The complete guide to the new iPad | $0.99 | one-time |
| February 2012 | $6.99 | one-time |
| August 2012 | $6.99 | one-time |
| September 2012 | $6.99 | one-time |
| December 2013 | $6.99 | one-time |
| All MacFormat back issues | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and responsive app
- 📚 Excellent magazine content
- 💻 Well-designed for iPad
- 👍 Interactive and engaging format

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- ⏱️ Slow download speeds
- 📱 Compatibility problems on newer devices
- 💰 Expensive subscription price

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to exit/navigate out of magazine issues
- Subscription management problems
- Inconsistent performance after updates

**Requested features**

- Bookmark feature to save progress
- Font size adjustment options
- Offline reading mode
- Notifications for new issues


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iGeneration free?

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

### Is MacFormat free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iGeneration or MacFormat?

iGeneration is rated higher. iGeneration averages 4.7 out of 5 from 54 ratings, while MacFormat averages 4.6 from 87 ratings.

### Do iGeneration or MacFormat have ads?

iGeneration shows ads; MacFormat does not.

### Which is updated more often, iGeneration or MacFormat?

iGeneration ships an update every 4 days, and MacFormat every 3 months. Most recently, iGeneration was updated on October 15, 2026 and MacFormat on October 17, 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.*