# ynet vs הארץ

The clearest difference is rating: הארץ at 4.2 against ynet's 1.8. הארץ also leads on review sentiment (41% vs 9%). ynet's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ynet sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month and הארץ sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $14.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

הארץ holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 223 and 602 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of ynet's written reviews are positive against 41% of הארץ's.

ynet ships an update every 5 weeks, הארץ every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ynet | הארץ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.8 (223 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ynet/id424830861/reviews) | **[4.2 (602 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/haaretz/id521559643/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 223 | **602** |
| Positive reviews | 9.5% of reviews | **40.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #160 | **#55** |
| Size | 80 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Yedioth Internet](https://appshunter.io/developer/424830864) | [Haaretz Daily Newspaper Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/500132380) |

## What reviewers say

### ynet

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ynet/id424830861)

**Currently charting:** #160 Top Grossing · News (US App Store)

Stay informed with breaking news and in-depth content from Israel's leading news website. Customize your reading experience with night mode, personalized channel order, and follow topics and reporters. Engage with articles through comments and replies.

**Highlights:** Breaking news updates, Night mode display, Customizable channel order, Follow topics and reporters, Comment and reply functionality, Personalized user area

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month subscription - בסיסי | $4.49 | per month |
| 1 month subscription - המשתלם | $9.49 | per month |
| חודשית | $9.49 | per month |
| חבילה שנתית | $94.99 | per year |
| Level 1 PayPerView sports match | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level 2 PayPerView sports match | $1.99 | one-time |
| Level 3 PayPerView sports match | $2.99 | one-time |
| Level 4 PayPerView sports match | $3.99 | one-time |
| Level 5 PayPerView sports match | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast loading
- 📰 Good news coverage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Battery draining
- 📺 Excessive ads
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🤖 Buggy updates

**Reported bugs**

- Articles not loading
- Inability to comment on articles
- Ads blocking content
- Frequent crashes and freezes

**Requested features**

- English language option
- Ability to skip ads
- Improved stability and performance


### הארץ

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/haaretz/id521559643)

**Currently charting:** #55 Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers, #73 Top Grossing · News (US App Store)

Access real-time news, in-depth analysis, and diverse content from a leading Israeli newspaper. Enjoy features like podcasts, recipes, movie reviews, and interactive games. Share articles, comment, and receive instant alerts.

**Highlights:** Real-time news updates, In-depth analysis and opinion pieces, Magazine and leisure articles, Podcasts and games, Share and comment on articles, Instant notifications

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| מינוי חודשי להארץ | $14.49 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription Renewal | $14.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription Renewal | $14.99 | per month |
| מבצע חגים | $14.99 | per month |
| Unlimited access for Haaretz | $15.99 | per month |
| Haaretz unlimited access | $15.99 | per month |
| Haaretz Unlimited access | $17.99 | per month |
| Haaretz Unlimited access | $17.99 | per month |
| מינוי חודשי להארץ | $17.99 | per month |
| Haaretz Unlimited Access | $159.99 | per year |
| Haaretz Hebrew Edition for iPhone | $179.99 | per year |
| מנוי שנתי להארץ עם הטבה | $179.99 | per year |
| מינוי שנתי להארץ | $179.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 High-quality journalism
- 📚 Diverse and insightful content
- 🗞️ Reliable news source
- 💻 Smooth app experience
- 👍 User-friendly interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App crashes and stability issues
- 💸 Expensive subscription
- 📢 Intrusive ads for paid subscribers
- 📱 Suboptimal iPad experience
- 🔋 Battery drain

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent login issues
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Inconsistent article loading
- Unreliable push notifications

**Requested features**

- Offline reading mode
- Customizable notification settings
- Improved article recommendation algorithm
- Enhanced search and filtering options
- Embedded English translation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ynet free?

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

### Is הארץ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ynet or הארץ?

הארץ is rated higher. ynet averages 1.8 out of 5 from 223 ratings, while הארץ averages 4.2 from 602 ratings.

### Do ynet or הארץ have ads?

Both ynet and הארץ show ads.

### Which is updated more often, ynet or הארץ?

ynet ships an update every 5 weeks, and הארץ every 3 weeks. Most recently, ynet was updated on September 23, 2026 and הארץ on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, ynet or הארץ?

ynet currently peaks at #160 in the App Store charts, and הארץ at #55. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*