Bossip vs EBONY News
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bossip
Stay updated with the latest African-American and Black celebrity gossip, entertainment news, and Black Hollywood rumors. This app delivers exclusive insights for dedicated fans of Black entertainment.
- African-American celebrity gossip
- Black entertainment news
- Black Hollywood rumors
- Exclusive gossip
- Hardcore entertainment updates
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Premier destination for African-American and Black Celebrity Gossip, Entertainment News, and Black Hollywood Rumors. Gossip for the hardcore.
EBONY News
Explore empowering stories and cultural celebrations focused on the Black experience. This app offers in-depth coverage of social justice, health, beauty, fashion, sports, and education, keeping you informed and inspired.
- Black narratives and cultural celebration
- Social justice coverage
- Health & wellness insights
- Fashion and beauty trends
- Sports and education news
- User-friendly interface
- Real-time updates
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Embark on a journey of empowerment and cultural celebration with the EBONY Digital app. Building on a legacy that began in 1945, EBONY magazine has long been a pivotal platform for Black narratives in America, and our app is the latest evolution of this mission. We are more than a magazine; we are a movement. Dive into a diverse range of topics that resonate with the Black experience. From in-depth coverage of social justice issues to the latest in health & wellness, beauty, fashion, sports, and education, the EBONY Digital app brings you stories that shape our lives and our world. Our content is carefully curated to inform, inspire, and engage, reflecting the vibrancy and diversity of Black communities. This app is your daily companion for news and insights that matter. With a user-friendly interface and real-time updates, you'll stay connected to the pulse of Black culture and the broader American fabric. Join our community of readers who find not just information, but inspiration, in the rich tapestry of stories we tell. With EBONY Digital, every story is a glimpse into the heart of Black America – stories for us, by us. Download now to be part of the conversation that shapes our tomorrow. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: EBONY News at 5.0 against Bossip's 4.0. EBONY News also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). Bossip's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support 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. EBONY News sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Bossip asks for nothing beyond the download.
EBONY News holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bossip has 44 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Bossip ships an update every 3 months, EBONY News monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bossip | EBONY News |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (44 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 41.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 44 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 7.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 82 MB | 71 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Urban One, Inc. | Ebony |
Customer experience
Bossip
EBONY News
Bugs and requests
Bossip
Reported bugs
10 issues- Unable to play videos
- Cannot see comments
- Video feeds not working
- App is very glitchy
- Redirects and bs ads
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- Videos do not show up
- Videos don't play in app
- iPhones cannot view videos
- Cannot view videos
- Pop up ads appear, you cant close them without losing the content
Requested features
6 requests- Bring the app back
- Add a next button for numbered pages
- Increase speed of loading time
- Allow reading without internet
- More content like the website
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- Add more pages to go back a couple of days
EBONY News
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Bossip
No in-app purchases
EBONY News
- Ad Free Subscription$1.991 Month
