The Hill E vs Hancock County Journal
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Hill E
Access agenda-setting political news and in-depth reporting from Washington. This digital edition offers a curated reading experience, perfect for a quick overview or leisurely exploration of current events. Download editions for offline access.
- Non-partisan political news
- Agenda-setting reporting
- Curated digital edition
- Offline reading
- Washington D.C. focus
Read full descriptionHide full description
The Hill is the definitive digital source for non-partisan political news and information—providing you with agenda-setting reporting on what’s happening in Washington, and why it matters. This e-edition complements our core news app and offers subscribers a curated experience that you can read through in a single sitting or complete at your leisure. Download the whole edition for offline reading during travel.
Hancock County Journal
Read full descriptionHide full description
The Hancock County 2-in-1 app features a live news feed and breaking news mobile alerts, keeping you up to date in real time, along with convenient access to the print replica e-edition.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hancock County Journal at none against The Hill E's 10. The Hill E's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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 Hill E sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Hancock County Journal asks for nothing beyond the download.
The Hill E ships an update every 3 months, Hancock County Journal every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Hill E | Hancock County Journal |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (588 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 24.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 588 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 137 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Nexstar Broadcasting | Community Media Group Inc |
Bugs and requests
The Hill E
Reported bugs
6 issues- App doesn't open or crashes on launch
- Pop-up ad surveys block app functionality
- Outdated news content displayed (3+ weeks old)
- Twitter sharing feature non-functional
- Unable to move content boxes within articles
Show 1 moreShow fewer
- Pagination controls obstruct readability
Requested features
4 requests- Improved iPad and iPhone compatibility
- Better article navigation and discovery
- Responsive design for mobile devices
- Enhanced sharing functionality (Twitter integration)
Hancock County Journal
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
The Hill E
- The Hill - Digital Edition for iPad Issue 271$0.99
- The Hill - Digital Edition for iPad Issue 272$0.99
- The Hill - Digital Edition for iPad Issue 273$0.99
Show 7 moreShow fewer
- The Hill - Digital Edition for iPad Issue 274$0.99
- The Hill - Digital Edition for iPad Issue 275$0.99
- The Hill - Digital Edition for iPad Issue 276$0.99
- The Hill - Digital Edition for iPad Issue 277$0.99
- The Hill - Digital Edition for iPad Issue 278$0.99
- The Hill - Digital Edition for iPad Issue 279$0.99
- The Hill - Digital Edition for iPad Issue 280$0.99
Hancock County Journal
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is The Hill E free?
Is Hancock County Journal free?
Do The Hill E or Hancock County Journal have ads?
Which is updated more often, The Hill E or Hancock County Journal?
Other comparisons
