The StarPhoenix ePaper vs AB Wildfire Status
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The StarPhoenix ePaper
Access a digital replica of the printed newspaper, featuring all original content, photos, and artwork. Browse pages like a physical paper or search and share articles online. Enjoy your daily news on any of your favorite devices, whether at home or on the go.
- Digital replica of printed edition
- Full stories, features, and photos
- Page-flipping interface
- Article search functionality
- Article sharing
- Available on multiple devices
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Saskatoon StarPhoenix ePaper is a complete digital replica of the printed edition that includes all the stories, features, photos and artwork just as it is in print. The easy to use interface lets you flip leisurely through the pages like a newspaper, or conduct searches and share articles with friends like a website. Whether you are at home, work or on the go you can enjoy your ePaper delivered on your favourite device. •Saskatoon StarPhoenix ePaper app allows you to subscribe to a 1 month subscription for $12.99/month or purchase a single issue at $1.99/issue. •Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase •The 1 month subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period •Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of renewal is •You may manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the your Account Settings after purchase •No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period Privacy Policy: https://epaper.thestarphoenix.com/help/PrivacyPolicy Terms of Use: https://epaper.thestarphoenix.com/help/TermsOfUse
AB Wildfire Status
Stay informed about active wildfires in Alberta with real-time maps, hazard conditions, and advisories. Receive area-specific alerts for bans and extreme situations. Report new wildfires directly through the app.
- Alberta wildfire map
- Up-to-date wildfire information
- Area-specific updates
- Alerts for bans and extreme situations
- Report a wildfire
- Contact information for wildfire resources
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See where wildfires are burning in Alberta and how they impact you. Get up-to-date information on wildfire conditions and hazard as well as a listing of advisories and bans across the province. Report a wildfire. Features: • Easy access to Alberta’s wildfire map with up-to-date wildfire information. • Area-specific updates on wildfire situations. • Area-specific alerts for extreme wildfire situations and fire bans in your area. • Direct contact information for Alberta’s wildfire-related websites, phone numbers and email addresses. • Report a wildfire. Push notifications are not intended as the sole source of wildfire information as their settings can be modified based on user preferences.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AB Wildfire Status at none against The StarPhoenix ePaper's 2. AB Wildfire Status also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 9 months) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). The StarPhoenix ePaper's advantage is review sentiment (28% vs 16%). On price, ads 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. The StarPhoenix ePaper sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. AB Wildfire Status asks for nothing beyond the download.
The StarPhoenix ePaper ships an update every 9 months, AB Wildfire Status every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The StarPhoenix ePaper | AB Wildfire Status |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (16 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 28.0% of reviews — better | 15.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 16 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 121 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Postmedia Network INC. | The Government of Alberta |
Customer experience
The StarPhoenix ePaper
AB Wildfire Status
In-app purchases
The StarPhoenix ePaper
- The Star Phoenix ePaper$10.991 Month
- The StarPhoenix ePaper Single Issue$1.99
AB Wildfire Status
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is The StarPhoenix ePaper free?
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