iClarified vs MacFormat
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iClarified
Stay updated with the latest Apple news and receive instant alerts. Access step-by-step tutorials for your Apple devices and find answers from a supportive community. This app helps you maximize your iPhone, iPad, and Mac experience.
- Breaking Apple news alerts
- Step-by-step tutorials
- Community Q&A
- Push notifications
- Home screen widgets
- Save articles for later
- Powerful search
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The official iClarified app is your go-to source for everything Apple. Get instant news alerts, follow clear step-by-step tutorials, and find answers from a trusted community. Whether you’re using iPhone or iPad, in light mode or dark, iClarified makes it easy to stay informed and make the most of your devices. FEATURES ● Breaking Apple news with instant updates ● Clear tutorials for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and more ● Answers community to ask questions and share knowledge ● Push notifications so you never miss an important story ● Widgets in three sizes to display trending and recent posts right on your Home Screen ● Comment on articles and join the conversation ● Save articles to read later ● Powerful search to find the topics that matter to you ● Full support for iPad and Dark Mode Download iClarified today to stay connected with all things Apple.
MacFormat
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.
- Apple device reviews
- Expert technical advice
- App and accessory recommendations
- Tutorials and tips
- In-depth content
- Digital magazine issues
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MacFormat is the UK's best-selling magazine for fans of the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Watch and other Apple devices. Each issue brings you all the exciting developments from the world of Apple, including reviews of new Macs and iOS devices, and expert advice to solve your technical problems. Whether you’re a new or long-term Apple user, you’ll learn how to do more with your kit. You’ll also discover the latest and greatest third-party apps and accessories to enhance your skills and experience. Each issue is jam-packed with features, tutorials, tips and app recommendations to help you get more value from your Apple kit, so you can work more efficiently and creatively. Join thousands of others and download our free app now! ------------------- Once you’ve downloaded our app, you will need to take a free trial or purchase a single issue or subscription to access our in-depth content. We also publish specials and guides - browse our publications, read what interests you most, and get inspired. Back issues, specials, and future issues are available for purchase within the app. Subscriptions are available on various monthly and annual terms, and auto-renew until you decide to cancel it. Check inside the app for current pricing. *** Please Note: Our digital edition is not printable and does not include the covermount items or supplements you would find with the print edition *** • The free trial offer is only available to new subscribers. If you have previously subscribed then payment will be taken immediately. • You can cancel at any time during the free trial period and you will not be charged. Simply turn off auto-renew in your Apple account subscriptions page at least 24 hours before the auto-renew is due. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. • You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for that product. • You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase . • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. This does not affect your statutory rights. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. • We will be collecting information about your use of the app both when you are online and offline. To find out more please see our privacy policy. The subscription will include the current issue if you don't already own it and subsequently published future issues for the duration of your subscription period. ------------------- By purchasing a subscription or downloading an app you agree that you have read and accept Future Publishing Ltd's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: www.futureplc.com/privacy-policy/ www.futureplc.com/terms-conditions/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: iClarified at none against MacFormat's 11. iClarified also leads on ratings volume (1.7K vs 87) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). MacFormat's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 months vs every 13 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. MacFormat sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. iClarified asks for nothing beyond the download.
iClarified holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iClarified has 1.7K ratings behind it against 87, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of iClarified's written reviews are positive against 48% of MacFormat's.
iClarified ships an update every 13 months, MacFormat every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.
| Parameter | iClarified | MacFormat |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (1.7K ratings) — better | 4.6 (87 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 60.1% of reviews — better | 47.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.7K — better | 87 |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | iClarified | Future plc |
Customer experience
iClarified
MacFormat
Bugs and requests
iClarified
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
MacFormat
Reported bugs
3 issues- Unable to exit/navigate out of magazine issues
- Subscription management problems
- Inconsistent performance after updates
Requested features
4 requests- Bookmark feature to save progress
- Font size adjustment options
- Offline reading mode
- Notifications for new issues
In-app purchases
iClarified
No in-app purchases
MacFormat
- 1 Month Subscription1 Month trial$4.991 Month
- 3 Month Subscription1 Month trial$9.993 Months
- 6 Month Subscription1 Month trial$18.996 Months
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- 1 Year Subscription1 Month trial$34.991 Year
- The complete guide to the new iPhone$0.99
- The complete guide to the new iPad$0.99
- February 2012$6.99
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- August 2012$6.99
- September 2012$6.99
- December 2013$6.99
- All MacFormat back issues$24.99








