National Post vs North Middlesex
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
National Post
Access Canadian news, politics, and in-depth articles from your favorite journalists. Customize your feed with trending topics and publications, and enjoy exclusive content with a subscription.
- Customizable news feed
- In-depth articles and explainers
- Video coverage
- Access to Postmedia network publications
- Personalized topic and journalist selection
- Discover trending stories
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The National Post 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: · Stay connected to news that is shaping your world. · Enjoy the wide variety of comprehensive explainers on trending issues and compelling longreads from our top journalists — plus extensive video coverage. · Navigate directly to individual publications from across the Postmedia network. · You can choose your preferred publications when you first open the new app, ensuring a curated news feed that aligns with your interests. · Use the Discover tab to explore trending stories from our newsrooms across Canada. · 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. · Online Access and Home Delivery subscribers receive unlimited access to content on the app, included with your subscription. · 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. · Payment will be charged to your store account upon confirmation of purchase. · Subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. · The account will now be charged $14.99 for monthly renewal within the 24 hours before the current period ends. · 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
North Middlesex
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Connect with the Municipality of North Middlesex and access important information quickly. Opt-in to receive notifications on important emergency alerts, news updates, events, burn bans and job postings. Report an issue easily and quickly directly from your device. Find information and locations for parks, facilities and businesses. Get contact information for staff and council contact information quickly and easily and learn about upcoming council meetings and agenda items.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: North Middlesex at none against National Post's 1. North Middlesex also leads on ads (none vs shown). National Post's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 9 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. National Post sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per month. North Middlesex asks for nothing beyond the download.
National Post ships an update monthly, North Middlesex every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | National Post | North Middlesex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.3 (53 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 16.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 53 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 9 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 65 MB | 53 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Postmedia Network INC. | The Corporation of the Municipality of North Middlesex |
In-app purchases
National Post
- The National Post$9.991 Month
North Middlesex
No in-app purchases
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