Comparison

Flamingo Reader vs Hacker News Headlines

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

Head to head
About

Flamingo Reader

Features
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Flamingo is a minimalist reader for Hacker News. You can check the sources of this app on Github : https://github.com/kirualex/Flamingo Contributors : - Alexis Creuzot - David Bonnet

About

Hacker News Headlines

Access the latest technology, startup, and programming news with a fast and reliable reader. Enjoy a clean interface, easy navigation of comment threads, and enhanced readability. This app offers a pure content experience without ads or subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Clean, modern interface
  • Fast and reliable performance
  • Easy comment thread navigation
  • Readable typography
  • Ad-free experience
Features
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Stay Ahead with the Latest Tech News Dive into the world of technology, startups, programming, and more with the ultimate Hacker Headlines. This app delivers the top stories and discussions right to your fingertips with unparalleled speed and usability. Key Features: * Beautiful Design: Enjoy a clean, modern interface that's a pleasure to use. * Fast and Reliable: Get the latest updates with lightning-fast performance. * Enhanced Reading: Navigate large comment threads easily and enjoy readable typography. * Ad-Free Experience: No ads, no subscriptions, just pure content. Feedback and Support: Have questions or feedback? Reach out to us at d.piromnia@gmail.com or visit our GitHub page https://github.com/dipiro/Hacker-Headlines.

Screenshots

Flamingo Reader3 screens
Hacker News Headlines4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Flamingo Reader at 13.0 against Hacker News Headlines's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Flamingo Reader versus Hacker News Headlines: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlamingo ReaderHacker News Headlines
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 17 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB3 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperAlexis CreuzotDzmitry Pirozhnik

In-app purchases

None

Flamingo Reader

No in-app purchases

None

Hacker News Headlines

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Flamingo Reader free?
Flamingo Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Hacker News Headlines free?
Hacker News Headlines is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Flamingo Reader or Hacker News Headlines have ads?
Neither Flamingo Reader nor Hacker News Headlines shows ads.

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