Irish Mirror vs Past Pupils
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Irish Mirror
Stay updated with the latest Irish news, showbiz, and sports 24/7. This app offers a clean interface with customizable news feeds, live blogs, and video content. Follow your favorite teams or topics for personalized updates.
- Latest Irish news, showbiz, and sport
- Customizable news feeds
- Follow favorite teams and topics
- Live blogs and video
- Offline reading capability
- Force Touch for quick previews
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The Irish Mirror App provides the very latest Irish news, showbiz, and sport 24/7, as well as pictures, video, and opinion from the world of GAA and Rugby. Completely customisable, the Irish Mirror App allows you to tailor the news you consume and when you receive it. You can even follow your favourite team to stay informed about the latest news regarding your favourite club. The Irish Mirror App is the best way to follow breaking Irish news, including live blogs, live video and traffic & travel. Keep up-to-date with the latest in: · Top news stories from around Ireland · Breaking UK and world news · GAA, Rugby, and sport news · Showbiz · TV & film news and reviews The App also features: Customised news feeds right on the home screen The ability to read an article even when you are offline The ability to follow topics that matter to you Follow your favourite authors Native iPad support for a better tablet experience You can also now subscribe to Irish Mirror+, and benefit from exclusive columns, newsletters and expert analysis from across news, celebs, crime, sport and more - all with far fewer ads and a cleaner reading experience. To view our latest introductory offers, please check the app. Terms and Conditions https://www.irishmirror.ie/terms-conditions/ Privacy Notice https://www.irishmirror.ie/privacy-notice/
Past Pupils
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Stay updated with the latest news and events from your alma mater through our Past Pupil Mobile App. Explore a rich gallery of memories, featuring photos from past events and milestones. Engage with fellow community members, fostering connections that last a lifetime. From alumni reunions to special gatherings, our app keeps you informed and connected. Join the legacy and rediscover the spirit of your school with just a tap.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Past Pupils at none against Irish Mirror's 2. Past Pupils also leads on 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. Irish Mirror sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Past Pupils asks for nothing beyond the download.
Irish Mirror ships an update monthly, Past Pupils every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Irish Mirror | Past Pupils |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (142 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 142 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 118 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Trinity Mirror Digital Media Limited | Unique School Communications Ltd |
In-app purchases
Irish Mirror
- Monthly$3.991 Month
- Yearly1 Year trial$44.991 Year
Past Pupils
No in-app purchases
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