The Tribune vs Him Samachar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Tribune
Access in-depth Indian and international news coverage, including Punjab-specific updates. Stay informed with breaking news alerts, regional reports, and comprehensive political and sports coverage. Read the e-paper offline and personalize your news feed.
- Breaking news alerts
- Punjab and regional news
- e-Paper access
- World and India news
- Political coverage
- Sports updates
- Personalized news feed
- Offline reading
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The Tribune is one of the most trusted Indian newspapers, delivering in-depth coverage of Punjab news, Indian news, national and international news, and local updates. Published from Chandigarh, New Delhi, Jalandhar, Dehradun, and Bathinda, it has been a leading voice in journalism since 1881. Stay Updated with Breaking News & Top Stories Get the latest news, breaking news, and top Punjabi news with comprehensive reporting from India and around the world. From politics and business to sports and trending news, The Tribune keeps you informed with credible journalism. Key Features: • Breaking News Alerts & Live Updates – Stay ahead with instant alerts via notifications. • Punjab News & Regional Updates – Get the latest news from your city and state. • Tribune e-Paper Access– Read The Tribune e-paper anytime, anywhere. • World News & India News – Get top stories from across the globe. • Elections & Political Coverage – Live results, expert opinions & analysis. • Sports Updates – Cricket, football & more, with real-time scores. • Personalized News Feed – Follow the topics that matter to you. • Offline Reading – Save articles and read later. • Weather & Horoscope Widgets – Get daily insights in one place. • Unread News Section – Catch up on stories you missed. • Fast & Lightweight App – Designed for smooth and quick navigation. Subscription Terms: Digital Monthly Digital Yearly Digital + ePaper Privacy Policy: https://www.tribuneindia.com/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Him Samachar
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Him Samachar is your go-to mobile application for staying updated on the latest news and happenings in the Himachal Pradesh region. Whether you're a resident, a traveler, or simply interested in staying informed about this beautiful state, our app is designed with you in mind.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Him Samachar at none against The Tribune's 18. Him Samachar also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). The Tribune's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months). 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. The Tribune sells 15 one-off in-app purchases. Him Samachar asks for nothing beyond the download.
The Tribune ships an update monthly, Him Samachar every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Tribune | Him Samachar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (682 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 682 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 92 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Mediology Software Private Limited | Department of Information Technology, Himachal Pradesh |
Bugs and requests
The Tribune
Reported bugs
3 issues- App crashes when zooming in
- Duplicate alerts and notifications
- Incompatibility with newer iOS versions
Requested features
5 requests- Dark mode option
- Improved app stability and performance
- Better ad management to enhance user experience
- Seamless background audio playback
- Simplified subscription and payment process
Him Samachar
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
The Tribune
- 24 Mnthss$0.99
- 3 Months - All Editions$2.99
- Tribune Yearly Membership$2.99
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- Test Yearly Membership$2.99
- Digicase 21 dec$5.99
- Digicase Tribune India$5.99
- Yearly - All Editions$8.99
- 3 Months - All Editions$9.99
- Tribune Yearly Combo$9.99
- Holiday Sale$19.99
- Tribune Yearly Membership$24.99
- Yearly : All Editions$29.99
- 24 Months : All Editions$39.99
- Tribune Yearly Combo$43.00
- Holiday sale USD$79.99
Him Samachar
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is The Tribune free?
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Do The Tribune or Him Samachar have ads?
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