Comparison

RSS Widget vs R2 Explorer

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

Head to head
About

RSS Widget

Customize your device's Home screen and Today view with custom widgets. Display RSS feeds in a visually appealing and configurable manner, with options for refresh frequency, content layout, and article filtering. Easily access your information and actions from anywhere.

Highlights
  • Customizable Home Screen widgets
  • Today View widgets
  • RSS feed display
  • Configurable refresh frequency
  • Multiple content display options
  • Article filtering
  • Dark mode support
Features
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Thanks to this application (and the other Widget apps from PacoLabs), you can now customize the Home screen and the Today view of your device, by adding custom widgets for some specific purposes. From anywhere in your device, you'll have access to your own information and actions. Each RSS widget allows you to view any RSS feed in a pleasant and highly customizable way. The refresh frequency can be chosen (from every 5 minutes to every day). You can choose to display the content as a beautiful image with an overlayed text, or as an article with an icon, and the associated text. Articles without an image can be filtered. You can define the number of articles to display in a single widget (from 1 to 6). If necessary, you can also choose the first article to be displayed. Decide to hide or show the image, title, abstract, content and author. Different visual parameters can be changed (such as font name, font size and the different colors). Those Widgets are compatible with the new iOS 14 Home Screen Widgets. The application is really easy to use and is adapted to the fresh look of your device. Dark mode of iOS13 is supported. In Today view: You can add as many widgets as you want and they will be displayed in up to 3 different lists. Those same lists will be available in the Today view and in the application (although it is possible, if you want, to hide some widgets in the Today view). To avoid overloading the Today view, when too many widgets are displayed, an intuitive control will allow you to navigate from one widget to another. Even if the main purpose of the app is to view the widgets in the Today view, it can also be very handy to view them directly in the application (a long press on a widget in the Today view will open it directly in the main application).

About

R2 Explorer

Features
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Unlock the full potential of your Cloudflare R2 storage with R2 Explorer, the premier iOS and macOS app designed to seamlessly play media, view images, and access documents on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Dive into your digital world with a sleek, intuitive interface that brings your files to life, making content management effortless and enjoyable. Download R2 Explorer now and experience cloud storage like never before! Why R2 Explorer Stands Out - Universal Access: Effortlessly browse, view, and play files across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, with a unified experience optimized for each device. - Media Mastery: Stream videos, play music, and enjoy high-resolution images directly from Cloudflare R2 with smooth, buffer-free performance. - Document Hub: Open PDFs, Word files, and more with built-in viewers, perfect for work or personal projects. - Secure & Reliable: Access your Cloudflare R2 files with top-tier encryption, ensuring your data stays private and protected. - Smart Organization: Find files fast with powerful search, custom folders, and intuitive sorting options tailored to your needs. Explore Your Content, Your Way R2 Explorer transforms your Cloudflare R2 storage into a dynamic media and document library. Whether you’re a creative professional previewing high-quality images, a student reviewing lecture notes, or a media enthusiast streaming your favorite playlists, R2 Explorer delivers a fast, fluid experience. Its cross-platform design ensures your files are always at your fingertips, whether you’re on the go with your iPhone, multitasking on your iPad, or working on your Mac. Features to Love - Instant Media Playback: Enjoy videos and music with native playback support for all major formats, no conversions needed. - Stunning Image Viewer: Zoom in on high-resolution photos with crisp detail, perfect for photographers and artists. - Document Versatility: Preview and annotate documents directly in the app, streamlining your workflow. - Offline Mode: Download files for offline access, ideal for travel or low-connectivity moments. - Share Smarter: Generate secure Cloudflare R2 links to share files or folders with friends, colleagues, or clients. Perfect for Every User From managing creative assets to organizing personal files, R2 Explorer is built for everyone. Its seamless integration with Cloudflare R2 makes it the ultimate companion for professionals, students, and anyone who values their digital content. Join thousands of users across iOS and macOS who rely on R2 Explorer to simplify and enhance their cloud storage experience. Download R2 Explorer Today! Take control of your Cloudflare R2 storage with R2 Explorer. Whether you’re streaming media, reviewing documents, or showcasing images, this app brings your files to life with unmatched ease and style. Get R2 Explorer now for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and elevate your cloud storage game! Note: Cloudflare R2 account required for full functionality. Some features may require a subscription. #CloudStorage #R2Explorer #CloudflareR2 #MediaPlayer #FileManager #iOSApp #MacOSApp #DocumentViewer #PhotoViewer #CloudFiles

Screenshots

RSS Widget4 screens
R2 Explorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RSS Widget at $0.99 against R2 Explorer's $8.99. RSS Widget also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.4). R2 Explorer's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On 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

RSS Widget costs $0.99 and R2 Explorer $8.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RSS Widget ships an update every 3 months, R2 Explorer fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
RSS Widget versus R2 Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRSS WidgetR2 Explorer
Price$0.99 — better$8.99
Rating4.6 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.4
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB13 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFrancis BonninJose Leal

In-app purchases

None

RSS Widget

No in-app purchases

None

R2 Explorer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RSS Widget free?
RSS Widget costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is R2 Explorer free?
R2 Explorer costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do RSS Widget or R2 Explorer have ads?
Neither RSS Widget nor R2 Explorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RSS Widget or R2 Explorer?
RSS Widget ships an update every 3 months, and R2 Explorer fortnightly. Most recently, RSS Widget was updated on October 3, 2026 and R2 Explorer on September 27, 2026.

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