Comparison

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro vs Blaze Feeds

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

Head to head
About

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro

A fast and customizable RSS reader for iPhone and iPad. It syncs with popular RSS services, caches articles for offline reading, and offers extensive UI customization. The Pro version includes landscape mode and keyword search.

Highlights
  • Syncs with multiple RSS services (Feedly, InoReader, etc.)
  • Caches articles and images for offline reading
  • Extensive UI customization options
  • Supports multiple accounts
  • Keyword search for feeds (Pro version)
  • Landscape mode support (Pro version)
Features
Currently charting
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Feeddler was first released in 2010, a few days before the first-generation iPad release. Feeddler has been one of the most popular RSS readers for iPhone and iPad and has been picked as a top news app by numerous media over the years. * "New and Noteworthy" and "What's Hot" - featured by Apple * "Cleanest and most user-friendly interface" - iPhone Life Magazine * "Essential iPad Apps" - Gizmodo * "10 Must Have iPad Apps" - Cool Tricks N Tips * ... and many more Feeddler is a fast and highly customizable RSS Reader client that stays perfect sync with RSS services and presents RSS stories in an easy-to-read interface. Feeddler is a universal app that supports iPhones, iPod touches, and iPads. Features: * Syncs with Bazqux Reader (optional account, 30-day free trial). * Syncs with FeedHQ (optional account, , 30-day free trial). * Syncs with Feedly (optional account, free). * Syncs with InoReader (optional account, free). * Syncs with The Old Reader (optional account, free). * Supports multiple accounts. * Supports feed management - add/delete/rename/sort subscriptions and folders. * Caches RSS articles and images for offline reading * Able to set up each subscription to open articles directly in RSS, full text mode, or web (online only). * Able to mark all items as read for any RSS subscription or mark only loaded items as read. * Able to mark items as read based on date or automatically mark items as read while user scrolling headlines. * Able to show only feeds/folders with unread items. * Swipe RSS articles for navigation, and pinch articles to change font size. * Save/Share articles by tapping-and-holding any articles shown on the preview list. * E-mail sharing with optional default recipients. * Copy-and-paste titles, links, or full articles. * Lots of UI customization options including summary preview and the comfortable night mode. More features in the Pro version: + Supports landscape mode on iPhone. + Supports keyword search to find and add feeds. + Sync all subscriptions, or sync subscriptions in a folder for offline reading. + Sync options: sync all feeds or unread items only, sync from last sync, days or weeks. For faster syncing, use "Unread only" + "FromLastSync." + No ads If you like Feeddler, please consider writing positive reviews on the App Store. We keep adding features, fixing bugs, and improving app performance. Please send us feedback at feeddler@gmail.com. Thanks for your support.

About

Blaze Feeds

This app offers a customizable news reading experience with AI-powered article summaries and extensive theming options. Enjoy fast-reading fonts, offline access, and seamless FreshRSS synchronization. It's designed for users who value speed and personalization in their news consumption.

Highlights
  • AI article summarization
  • Endless theming options
  • Fast-reading and custom fonts
  • FreshRSS synchronization
  • Offline reading
  • In-app browser with reader mode
Features
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Blaze Feeds puts you in control of your reading experience—no algorithms, no distractions. Tailor every detail to match your style. WHAT YOU'LL LOVE - Summarize with AI: Instantly generate concise overviews of long articles—stay informed in seconds. - Endless Theming: Choose light, dark, ultra-dark, and more, or craft your own palette with real-time theme switching, even mid-article. - Fast-Reading Fonts: Increase your reading speed and reduce eye strain with optimized typefaces, designed for maximum legibility and comfort. - Custom Fonts: Pick from a curated library of app-wide and in-article typefaces to personalize your reading experience. - FreshRSS Sync: Seamlessly connect to your FreshRSS server to keep feeds in perfect sync across devices. - In-App Browser: Load full webpages without leaving the app and enjoy distraction-free reader mode. - Offline Reading: Cache articles and images for uninterrupted reading on the go. - Privacy-First: No sign-ups required—your data stays on your device. WHY BLAZE FEEDS? Blaze Feeds is built for power users who demand customization and speed. Whether you're a blogger, researcher, or news junkie, Blaze Feeds adapts to your workflow. BLAZE FEEDS PRO Unlock the full potential of Blaze Feeds with our Pro subscription: - Multiple FreshRSS Accounts: Manage several accounts effortlessly. - Unlimited RSS Feeds: Stay updated without limitations. - AI Summarization: Get concise overviews of articles instantly. - Custom Themes: Personalize your reading experience with unique themes. - Custom App Icons: Choose from a variety of app icons on iOS and macOS. Lifetime Access – On Sale for a Limited Time Unlock everything forever with a one-time purchase. No subscriptions, no recurring fees. PRIVACY & TERMS Privacy Policy: https://blazefeeds.nikpatil.com/privacy-policy End User License Agreement (EULA): https://blazefeeds.nikpatil.com/eua

Screenshots

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro4 screens
Blaze Feeds4 screens

Verdict

The call

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro and Blaze Feeds both sit at 4.1 stars, but that hides the real split: 65% of Feeddler RSS Reader Pro's written reviews are positive against 0% of Blaze Feeds's. Feeddler RSS Reader Pro also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (106 vs 2). Blaze Feeds's advantage is price (Free vs $4.99) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On rating, ads 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

Blaze Feeds is free to download; Feeddler RSS Reader Pro costs $4.99 up front. Blaze Feeds sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Feeddler RSS Reader Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for Feeddler RSS Reader Pro against 4.0 for Blaze Feeds. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Feeddler RSS Reader Pro has 106 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of Feeddler RSS Reader Pro's written reviews are positive against 0% of Blaze Feeds's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, Blaze Feeds every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Feeddler RSS Reader Pro versus Blaze Feeds: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFeeddler RSS Reader ProBlaze Feeds
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.1 (106 ratings) — better4.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews64.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings106 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
Best chart rank#27 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB63 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperC.B. LiuNikhil Patil

Customer experience

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro

All ratings106 ratings
Positive78.3%
Neutral0.9%
Negative20.8%
Written reviews191 reviews
Positive64.9%
Neutral7.9%
Negative27.2%

Blaze Feeds

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent crashes when opening articles
  • Inability to log in or sync with RSS services
  • Inconsistent behavior when marking items as read
  • Issues with the in-app browser and article rendering

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add search feature
  • Improve offline reading capabilities
  • Enhance integration with third-party apps
  • Implement better font and theme customization
  • Add translation or language support

Blaze Feeds

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Blaze Feeds

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly Pro Subscription$0.991 Month
  • Monthly AI Pro Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Monthly AI Max Subscription$4.991 Month
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  • Annual Pro Subscription$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium Access$29.99

Questions

Is Feeddler RSS Reader Pro free?
Feeddler RSS Reader Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Blaze Feeds free?
Blaze Feeds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Feeddler RSS Reader Pro or Blaze Feeds?
Feeddler RSS Reader Pro is rated higher. Feeddler RSS Reader Pro averages 4.1 out of 5 from 106 ratings, while Blaze Feeds averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Feeddler RSS Reader Pro or Blaze Feeds have ads?
Neither Feeddler RSS Reader Pro nor Blaze Feeds shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Feeddler RSS Reader Pro or Blaze Feeds?
Feeddler RSS Reader Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and Blaze Feeds every 5 days. Most recently, Feeddler RSS Reader Pro was updated on November 13, 2026 and Blaze Feeds on November 12, 2026.

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