Comparison

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro vs Election Explorer

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
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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

Election Explorer

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Election Explorer: The Ultimate Political Sandbox Stop guessing and start simulating. Election Explorer is the definitive, professional-grade tool for modeling every outcome of the U.S. Presidential, Senate, and House elections. Whether you are a dedicated political junkie, a student of history, or a strategist mapping out the 2026 midterms, Election Explorer puts the power of the map in your hands. The Election Time Machine Journey back to the very beginning. Explore an interactive archive of every U.S. election from 1788 to today. See the Evolution: Watch how the American political landscape shifted through the rise and fall of the Whigs, the Federalists, and the Bull Moose party. Historical Accuracy: Every map reflects the actual electoral college count and state borders of its era. Interactive 2026 Midterm Maps Predict the next shift in power with high-precision simulation tools. Senate and House Control: Toggle between the White House and Congress. Use the +/- seat steppers to adjust the House of Representatives and watch the balance of power swing as you make your picks. Granular Detail: Includes split electoral vote support for Maine and Nebraska (district-level allocation) for 100% accuracy in your modeling. Dynamic Dashboard: The "Road to 270" and "Senate Majority" gauges update as you flip states from Red to Blue—or Independent. Races to Watch Stay ahead of the 2026 cycle. We track the high-stakes battles that will define the next two years. Battleground Insights: Get the latest on the "Toss-Up" seats in the House and the Senate. The Path to Victory: Analyze the candidates and the margins needed to flip the most contested districts in the country. Fun Facts and Civics Trivia Level up your political IQ with our deep-dive trivia library. Quirky History: Discover the strangest moments in American democracy, from tied elections to "faithless electors" and the candidates who defied the odds. Educational and Engaging: Learn the mechanics of the Electoral College and how seat assignments are actually calculated. Full Customization Custom Candidates: Want to see what happens if a Third Party surges? Create your own candidates, assign them colors, and track their path to an upset victory. Bulk Assignments: Easily reset maps or assign all states to a specific party to start your scenario from scratch.

Screenshots

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro4 screens
Election Explorer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Feeddler RSS Reader Pro at every 3 weeks against Election Explorer's every 2 months. Feeddler RSS Reader Pro also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.6). Election Explorer's advantage is price ($2.99 vs $4.99) and chart position (#8 vs #28). 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

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro costs $4.99 and Election Explorer $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, Election Explorer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Feeddler RSS Reader Pro versus Election Explorer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFeeddler RSS Reader ProElection Explorer
Price$4.99$2.99 — better
Rating4.1 (106 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings106 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
Best chart rank#28#8 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS11.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperC.B. LiuCarlton Payne III

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

Election Explorer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Feeddler RSS Reader Pro

No in-app purchases

None

Election Explorer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Feeddler RSS Reader Pro free?
Feeddler RSS Reader Pro costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Election Explorer free?
Election Explorer costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Feeddler RSS Reader Pro or Election Explorer have ads?
Neither Feeddler RSS Reader Pro nor Election Explorer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Feeddler RSS Reader Pro or Election Explorer?
Feeddler RSS Reader Pro ships an update every 3 weeks, and Election Explorer every 2 months. Most recently, Feeddler RSS Reader Pro was updated on October 14, 2026 and Election Explorer on October 9, 2026.
Which is more popular, Feeddler RSS Reader Pro or Election Explorer?
Feeddler RSS Reader Pro currently peaks at #28 in the App Store charts, and Election Explorer at #8. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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