Comparison

Photography Masterclass Mag vs Outside

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

Head to head
About

Photography Masterclass Mag

Access digital photography magazine issues filled with expert instruction, videos, and new techniques. Elevate your skills, stay inspired, and take photos you're proud of with content for all levels.

Highlights
  • Monthly digital issues
  • Video tutorials
  • Expert instruction
  • Step-by-step guides
  • Content for all skill levels
  • Ad-free experience
  • Access on multiple devices
Features
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"Amateur Photographer's Dream Come True! Made it possible for me to learn how to capture photos I dreamed of but was never able to capture." Get instant access to value-packed digital issues, filled with videos, expert instruction & new techniques. Download now and join the thousands of photographers in 78+ countries, who use Photography Masterclass Magazine to elevate their skills, stay inspired and take photos they’re proud of... (5 STARS) "Outstanding - Every issue is packed with unbelievable photos & instruction. I highly recommend it to anyone who has a passion for photography! - DAVIDEC1970 (APPLE APP STORE REVIEWER) DO YOU CONSISTENTLY WANT TO TAKE PHOTOS YOU CAN BE PROUD OF? - Do you see other photographers shooting amazing photos and want to learn how to do the same? - Are you unsure about which gear and settings to use? - Are you looking for proven advice to help you advance your skills? - Are you spending more time trying to figure things out than actually taking photos? - Are you ready to finally show off your talent? Photography Masterclass Magazine was designed to help photographers at every skill level boost their skills & get more satisfaction from their photography — all from one helpful resource. With brilliant photos, easy to follow videos and instruction from experts, thousands of photographers look forward to a new issue each month. (5 STARS) "Best Photo Mag Out There - This is without question the best photography magazine I’ve read. The video tutorials are great, written articles are fantastic. This is how all photography or all magazines should be. Period. Very nice job.” – SPORTSTER65 (APPLE APP STORE REVIEWER) WHY PHOTOGRAPHERS CHOOSE PHOTOGRAPHY MASTERCLASS MAGAZINE: - Monthly digital issues filled with videos, step-by-step instruction & expert-led guidance - Content for photographers at ALL skill levels and photography styles - No ads—just helpful photography inspiration & guidance - Easy access on any phone, tablet or desktop - Brilliant photography from top photographers—& guides on how to achieve similar results! Since 2012, thousands of photographers in 78+ countries have used Photography Masterclass Magazine to elevate their skills, stay inspired and take photos they’re proud of — & you can join them. WHAT READERS ARE SAYING: (5 STARS) "Spectacular - Absolutely breathtaking photos & inspiring ideas. This magazine has found a lifetime fan in me." - SOCIALLYLOAFY (APPLE APP STORE REVIEWER) (5 STARS) "I'm a big fan - the photos are stunning on my iPad Pro & the articles & movies are also a treat to watch." - GEOFF HUSBAND (5 STARS) "Great magazine! Taken my photography from one dimensional to multi dimensional!" - CJACL (APPLE APP STORE REVIEWER) Ready to have all the step-by-step guidance and get more from your photography? Download Now! ========= Subscriptions available: - Monthly Subscription (no back issues) - Annual Subscription (no back issues) - PRO Annual Subscription (ALL BACK ISSUES INCLUDED!) -The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period, you will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration & at the current subscription rate for the product. -You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. - Payment will charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased. Users can register for/ login to an account in-app. This allows access of purchases on multiple platforms and devices, including our website. For support please contact us: http://photographymc.com/support Privacy Policy: http://photographymc.com/privacy-policy Terms & Conditions: http://photographymc.com/terms

About

Outside

Access content from 15 outdoor and wellness publications in one app. Discover articles, videos, training plans, recipes, and gear guides tailored to your interests. Share your favorite content with friends and stay inspired for your next adventure.

Highlights
  • Content from 15 publications
  • Personalized content feed
  • Trending articles and videos
  • Gear reviews and buying guides
  • Training plans and recipes
  • Content sharing
Features
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Fuel all your adventures with the latest from 15 brands across the Outside Network, including Outside, Velo, Yoga Journal, Vegetarian Times, and more. Plus, watch trending videos from the palm of your hand. Start using this free app by logging in with your Outside+ subscription. Your daily destination for content from: Outside • Outside Watch • Backpacker • Clean Eating • Climbing • National Park Trips • SKI • Trail Runner • Triathlete • Vegetarian Times • Velo • Women’s Running • Yoga Journal • And More Get inspired to get outside with these app features: - Explore content tailored to your interests, and fill your feed with what you love – choose from running, cycling, backpacking, climbing, nutrition, snow sports, triathlon, yoga, strength training, and more. - Get the latest new and greatest stories from across the Outside Network – long reads, breaking news, in-depth event coverage (Tour de France, IRONMAN, and more), gear reviews & buying guides, opinion pieces, training plans for all levels, yoga practices, recipes, meal plans, and more. - See which articles and videos are trending. - Spread the stoke, and share your favorite content with your favorite adventure buddies. Terms of Use: https://www.outsideinc.com/terms-of-use/

Screenshots

Photography Masterclass Mag4 screens
Outside4 screens

Verdict

The call

Photography Masterclass Mag and Outside both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 91% of Photography Masterclass Mag's written reviews are positive against 22% of Outside's. Outside's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Photography Masterclass Mag sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Outside sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $89.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Photography Masterclass Mag against 4.6 for Outside. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Outside has 1.9K ratings behind it against 65, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of Photography Masterclass Mag's written reviews are positive against 22% of Outside's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Photography Masterclass Mag ships an update every 4 months, Outside every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Photography Masterclass Mag versus Outside: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhotography Masterclass MagOutside
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (65 ratings)4.6 (1.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews90.5% of reviews — better21.6% of reviews
Number of ratings651.9K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#195#139 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.013.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB43 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperHysteresis Media Ltd.Outside Television Inc

Customer experience

Photography Masterclass Mag

All ratings65 ratings
Positive87.7%
Neutral6.2%
Negative6.2%
Written reviews116 reviews
Positive90.5%
Neutral1.7%
Negative7.8%

Outside

All ratings1,795 ratings
Positive90.0%
Neutral3.1%
Negative6.9%
Written reviews88 reviews
Positive21.6%
Neutral14.8%
Negative63.6%

User reviews

Photography Masterclass Mag

From 65 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 📚 Comprehensive educational content for all skill levels
  • 📸 High-quality, inspiring photography examples
  • 🎥 Excellent video tutorials integrated with articles
  • ✍️ Well-written, practical articles with actionable tips
  • 💰 Affordable subscription pricing

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently on launch
  • 📱 Poor app stability and reliability issues
  • 🔄 Purchase restoration problems after reinstall
  • 📵 Videos require internet connection (no offline access)
  • 🔐 Subscription cancellation difficulties

Outside

From 1.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Terrific content
  • 👍 Awesome but
  • 🚀 Amazing outdoor adventures

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Horrible app
  • 🐛 Extremely buggy
  • 🐛 Crashes constantly
  • 🐛 Formatting issues
  • 🐛 App doesn't load

Bugs and requests

Photography Masterclass Mag

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App crashes nearly every time it opens
  • Cannot restore purchases on new devices
  • App loses subscription after iOS updates
  • Login session expires requiring re-authentication
  • Screen rotation behaves erratically and unpredictably
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  • Two images display in horizontal orientation instead of one
  • Persistent upgrade available notification that cannot be dismissed
  • Issues with downloading and accessing issues
  • Slow app performance at times

Requested features

8 requests
  • Offline video access for travel/flights
  • PC/Windows desktop application
  • Physical print option
  • Bookmark/save articles for later reference
  • Better article reading mode without constant zooming
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  • Landscape orientation support for galleries on iPhone
  • Resume reading from last position feature
  • Improved app performance and stability

Outside

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login issues
  • Incompatible with older devices
  • Crashing on video playback
  • Content not updating frequently

Requested features

4 requests
  • Apple Watch support for Trailforks
  • Ability to save articles
  • Better article organization and sorting
  • Separate apps for each publication

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Photography Masterclass Mag

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly (No Back Issues)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Annual (No Back Issues)7 Days trial$47.991 Year
One-time8
  • Issue 2$6.99
  • Issue 3$6.99
  • Issue 4$6.99
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  • Issue 5$6.99
  • Issue 7$6.99
  • Issue 8$6.99
  • Issue 9$6.99
  • Issue 10$6.99
1 purchases

Outside

Subscriptions1
  • Outside+ All Access$89.991 Year

Questions

Is Photography Masterclass Mag free?
Photography Masterclass Mag is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Outside free?
Outside is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Photography Masterclass Mag or Outside?
Outside is rated higher. Photography Masterclass Mag averages 4.6 out of 5 from 65 ratings, while Outside averages 4.6 from 1.9K ratings.
Do Photography Masterclass Mag or Outside have ads?
Neither Photography Masterclass Mag nor Outside shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Photography Masterclass Mag or Outside?
Photography Masterclass Mag ships an update every 4 months, and Outside every 3 weeks. Most recently, Photography Masterclass Mag was updated on November 6, 2026 and Outside on November 7, 2026.
Which is more popular, Photography Masterclass Mag or Outside?
Photography Masterclass Mag currently peaks at #195 in the App Store charts, and Outside at #139. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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