Comparison

New Republic vs Space.com

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

Head to head
About

New Republic

Access in-depth journalism and analysis on social justice, climate change, and political reform. Enjoy the complete magazine, web content, and a podcast. Offers a limited number of free articles before requiring a subscription for unlimited access.

Highlights
  • Read complete magazine issues
  • Access latest web content
  • Bookmark articles for offline reading
  • Listen to podcast
  • Share articles
  • Subscribe to newsletters
Features
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Since 1914, TNR has been a platform for public-minded thinkers and writers advocating liberal reform in a new industrial age. Today, TNR remains more committed than ever to its social democratic first principles—and most of all, to the project of restoring flagging liberal confidence in the public arena while reclaiming the embattled legacy of civic republican self-rule in America. Our journalism isn’t afraid to debate complex issues and take a stance—from social injustice to climate change. TNR App Features * Read the complete magazine—10 issues a year * Read our latest web content * Access three free articles before subscribing * With a monthly or annual subscription, enjoy unlimited access to any TNR article in the app or on the TNR website * Share articles to your favorite social networks—or via email or text—using our Share or Clip tools * Bookmark articles to read later—or offline * Listen to The Politics of Everything, our new podcast * Subscribe to our newsletters: TNR Daily, The Soapbox, Critical Mass, Apocalypse Soon, Sold Short, American Jitters, and Listen Up. The New Republic Pricing: • Subscription 1 Month - USD 2.99* • Subscription 1 Year - USD 10.99* * For non-US app stores, the equivalent currency charges will apply. Additional Subscription Information: • Payment will be charged to iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. To turn off auto-renewal, please find details on the FAQ page (Subscriptions) in the TNR app. • Account will be charged for the renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current billing period. • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the user’s active subscription period. Privacy Policy - https://newrepublic.com/pages/privacy Terms of Use - http://www.mazsystems.com/outputs-terms/ • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription.

About

Space.com

Stay updated with the latest in space exploration, astronomy, and science fiction. Get exclusive launch coverage, stunning photos, expert guides, and personalized news feeds. Save articles for later and enjoy a seamless mobile reading experience.

Highlights
  • Exclusive launch coverage
  • Astronomy discoveries
  • Skywatching guides
  • Amazing photos and videos
  • Personalized news feed
  • Save articles to bookmarks
  • Optimized mobile reading
Features
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Space.com is a world-leading source of space exploration, astronomy and sci-fi news, chronicling (and celebrating) humanity's ongoing expansion across the final frontier. For us, exploring space is as much about the journey as it is the destination. From skywatching guides and stunning photos of the night sky to rocket launches, astronomical breakthroughs and even updates on the latest sci-fi news, at Space.com you'll find something amazing every day. Our app is your home for all things space: - Exclusive launch coverage, amazing astronomy discoveries, and skywatching guides - Amazing photos and videos of launches, celestial events, and night sky phenomenon - Learn more about the night sky and explore the stars with our expert guides - Personalise your feed by selecting the topics you’re most interested in - from the newest technology to the latest movies about space - Save articles to your bookmarks to easily read later - Fully optimised mobile reading experience, so you can enjoy your favourite Space.com content wherever you are Auto-renewing subscriptions: - When you purchase a subscription payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. - Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Subscriptions may be managed by the user at auto-renewal and may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. - No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. - The app may offer a free trial or introductory offer. At the end of the free trial or introductory offer period, the full price of the subscription will be charged thereafter. - For Future Publishing’s Privacy Policy please visit: https://www.futureplc.com/privacy-policy/ - For Future Publishing’s Terms of Use, please visit: https://www.futureplc.com/terms-conditions https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

New Republic4 screens
Space.com4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: New Republic at 2.6K against Space.com's 2. New Republic also leads on chart position (#200 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). Space.com's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. New Republic sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Space.com sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Space.com holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: New Republic has 2.6K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of New Republic's written reviews are positive against 50% of Space.com's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

New Republic ships an update every 4 months, Space.com every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
New Republic versus Space.com: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNew RepublicSpace.com
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (2.6K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews35.7% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.6K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#200 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB130 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperThe New RepublicFuture plc

Customer experience

New Republic

All ratings2,554 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral1.7%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews98 reviews
Positive35.7%
Neutral7.1%
Negative57.1%

Space.com

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

New Republic

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Issues downloading new issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Login and subscription problems

Requested features

3 requests
  • Audio version of articles
  • Ability to adjust font size
  • Landscape mode support

Space.com

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

New Republic

Subscriptions4
  • The New Republic for iPad$2.991 Month
  • TNR for iPad (Current Subscribers)$2.991 Month
  • TNR for iPad (Current Subscribers)$10.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • The New Republic for iPad1 Month trial$34.991 Year
One-time6
  • 25 Historical Covers$0.99
  • February 25, 2013$4.99
  • April 08, 2013$4.99
Show 3 more
  • May 27, 2013$4.99
  • June 10, 2013$4.99
  • August 5, 2013$4.99
2 purchases

Space.com

Subscriptions2
  • Space.com Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Space.com Annual Subscription$19.991 Year

Questions

Is New Republic free?
New Republic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Space.com free?
Space.com is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, New Republic or Space.com?
Space.com is rated higher. New Republic averages 4.7 out of 5 from 2.6K ratings, while Space.com averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do New Republic or Space.com have ads?
Both New Republic and Space.com show ads.
Which is updated more often, New Republic or Space.com?
New Republic ships an update every 4 months, and Space.com every 3 weeks. Most recently, New Republic was updated on October 30, 2026 and Space.com on October 28, 2026.

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