Comparison

StarPhoenix vs OkotoksOnline

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

StarPhoenix

Stay informed with local and national news, comprehensive explainers, and compelling longreads. Personalize your news feed by selecting topics, journalists, and columnists to see content that aligns with your interests. Access unlimited content with a subscription.

Highlights
  • Customizable news feed
  • Community and national news
  • In-depth explainers and longreads
  • Photo and video coverage
  • Discover trending Canadian stories
  • Personalize topics and journalists
Features
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The Saskatoon StarPhoenix app connects you to the news you need to know. Create your custom feed so you don't miss the latest from your favourite writers. Features include: Ā· Stay connected to news from your community and beyond. Ā· Enjoy the wide variety of comprehensive explainers on issues shaping your community and compelling longreads from our top journalists — plus extensive photo and video coverage. Ā· Navigate directly to individual publications from across the Postmedia network. Ā· You can choose your preferred publications when you first open the new app, ensuring a curated news feed that aligns with your interests. Ā· Use the Discover tab to explore trending stories from our newsrooms across Canada. Ā· Personalize your news experience by selecting topics, journalists and columnists you want to see more of, so your feed will be filled with the content and perspectives you enjoy. Ā· Online Access and Home Delivery subscribers receive unlimited access to content on the app, included with your subscription. Ā· App readers can access one free article before being prompted to register to gain access to two more articles. If you are not an existing subscriber, you can easily sign up through the app marketplace. Ā· Payment will be charged to your store account upon confirmation of purchase. Ā· Subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Ā· The account will now be charged $14.99 for monthly renewal within the 24 hours before the current period ends. Ā· You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal after purchase in the App settings. Select "My Subscription" then "Manage my Subscription" and you will be able to make changes. Privacy Policy: https://www.postmedia.com/privacy-statement/ Postmedia Terms and Conditions: https://www.postmedia.com/terms-and-conditions/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ We appreciate and value your feedback. Please send any comments, suggestions or questions to: appsupport@postmedia.com

About

OkotoksOnline

Features
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Your quick, customizable connection to your community. The OkotoksOnline app is easy, instant access to the local information you care about. Browse at your convenience or have your choice of information sent instantly to your phone. Stream your favourite local radio stations. Read the latest news, weather, and community information from Okotoks and the foothills. The OkotoksOnline app keeps you informed all day, every day, powered by relevant, local information from OkotoksOnline.com. Listen to your favourite radio stations, discover local events, check the weather, and find out what's going on in town, all in a few taps. And get customizable notifications sent to your phone. Features: - Instant updates: customizable push notifications let you be the first to know about the information and organizations you care about (eg. school cancellations, breaking news, weather alerts) - Streaming: Listen to your favourite local radio station, The Eagle 100.9, and look up recently played songs - Live local weather conditions, including hourly and 7-day forecasts and radar maps from Environment Canada - News, sports, and community information, powered by OkotoksOnline.com

Screenshots

StarPhoenix4 screens
OkotoksOnline4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: OkotoksOnline at none against StarPhoenix's 1. OkotoksOnline also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). StarPhoenix's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 12 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. StarPhoenix sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. OkotoksOnline asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StarPhoenix ships an update every 3 weeks, OkotoksOnline every 12 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 5 level
StarPhoenix versus OkotoksOnline: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStarPhoenixOkotoksOnline
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 12 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size65 MB15 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperPostmedia Network INC.Golden West Broadcasting, Ltd.

Bugs and requests

StarPhoenix

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App freezes constantly
  • App crashes on load
  • Articles do not load or display
  • App causes phone to restart
  • Incorrect images displayed with articles
Show 4 more
  • App does not recognize account updates
  • App is slow to load
  • App locks up frequently
  • App does not work with new iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Restore dark mode
  • Fix incorrect article images
  • Improve app stability
  • Update app for new iOS versions
  • Add back obituaries

OkotoksOnline

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

StarPhoenix

Subscriptions1
  • Full Access$9.991 Month
None

OkotoksOnline

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is StarPhoenix free?
StarPhoenix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OkotoksOnline free?
OkotoksOnline is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do StarPhoenix or OkotoksOnline have ads?
Both StarPhoenix and OkotoksOnline show ads.
Which is updated more often, StarPhoenix or OkotoksOnline?
StarPhoenix ships an update every 3 weeks, and OkotoksOnline every 12 months. Most recently, StarPhoenix was updated on November 1, 2026 and OkotoksOnline on November 3, 2026.

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