Comparison

Macworld vs Pastel Journal

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

Head to head
About

Macworld

Stay informed about all things Apple with in-depth reviews, tips, and analysis of the latest news. Explore dedicated sections for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and app recommendations. Access exclusive content through monthly magazine subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Apple product reviews
  • Latest news analysis
  • Tips and tricks
  • Mac, iPhone, iPad coverage
  • App recommendations
  • Monthly magazine issues
Features
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Macworld launched with the Mac in 1984 and is still the best place to read about everything Apple's doing, from the Mac to the iPad, iPhone, and iPod. Combining product reviews, valuable tips, and analysis of the latest news developments, every month Macworld magazine provides you with what you need to know about the universe of Apple products. In every issue of Macworld you'll get Mac news and reviews in our MacUser section, discover great Mac apps in our Mac Gems column, read the latest iPhone and iPad news in iOS Central, find the very best of the App Store in our App Gems column, get a shot of productivity in Working Mac, take control of your digital entertainment life with Playlist, make the most of your photos and videos with Create, and get the best tips and tricks in the business from Help Desk (featuring Mac 911 and Mac OS X Hints). Plus, there are timely feature stories and insightful opinion columns. Magazine Subscriptions are available for purchase inside this app. Six months subscription - $10.99 (automatically renewed until canceled) One year subscription - $21.99 (automatically renewed until canceled) Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will automatically be charged at the same price for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period unless you change your subscription preferences in your account settings. You can manage your subscriptions through your account settings after purchase on your device. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Please visit http://www.magzter.com/privacy-policy for our Privacy Policy and http://www.magzter.com/terms-and-conditions for our Terms & Conditions

About

Pastel Journal

This digital magazine caters to pastel artists, offering insights for professionals and hobbyists alike. Explore techniques and inspiration through single issues or an annual subscription.

Highlights
  • Coverage for working pastelists
  • Content for pastel hobbyists
  • Single issue purchases
  • Annual subscription option
  • Automatic renewal management
Features
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Pastel Journal Magazine covers topics of interest to working pastelists as well as those who work in pastel as an additional medium along with those who are just experimenting with the medium. By downloading Pastel Journal, you can either purchase single issues OR subscribe to the below offer(s): • Single issue: US$7.99 • 1 year subscription (6 issues per year): US$29.99, automatically renewed until cancelled When purchasing through iTunes your account will be charged at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription will auto-renew unless you turn this off 24 hours before the subscription runs out. You can turn off auto-renewal at any time from your iTunes account settings. You can manage your subscription through your account settings after purchase on your device. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Privacy Policy: https://goldenpeakmedia.com/privacy-statement-us Terms of Use: https://goldenpeakmedia.com/terms

Screenshots

Macworld4 screens
Pastel Journal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Pastel Journal at 5.0 against Macworld's 2.0. Macworld's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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. Macworld sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per 6 months and Pastel Journal sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pastel Journal holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 8 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Macworld versus Pastel Journal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMacworldPastel Journal
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (5 ratings)5.0 (8 ratings) — better
Number of ratings58 — better
Update frequency—Every 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB96 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMagzter Inc.PEAK MEDIA PROPERTIES LLC

Customer experience

Macworld

All ratings5 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

Pastel Journal

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Macworld

Subscriptions2
  • Macworld Magazine$10.996 Months
  • Macworld Magazine$21.991 Year
One-time1
  • Macworld$6.99
21 purchases

Pastel Journal

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month | Pastel Journal$2.991 Month
  • 1 Year | Pastel Journal$24.991 Year
One-time19
  • November/December 2018 issue$7.99
  • 2019 July August$7.99
  • 2019 November December$7.99
Show 16 more
  • 2021 January February$7.99
  • Spring 2021$7.99
  • March/April 2019 issue$7.99
  • 2020 November December$7.99
  • Summer 2021$7.99
  • 2020 May June$7.99
  • Spring 2022$9.99
  • Summber 2022$9.99
  • Fall 2022$9.99
  • Winter 2023$9.99
  • Winter 2027$9.99
  • Spring 2026$9.99
  • Spring 2023$10.99
  • Summer 2023$10.99
  • Winter 2024$10.99
  • Fall 2023$10.99

Questions

Is Macworld free?
Macworld is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pastel Journal free?
Pastel Journal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Macworld or Pastel Journal?
Pastel Journal is rated higher. Macworld averages 2.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Pastel Journal averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.
Do Macworld or Pastel Journal have ads?
Neither Macworld nor Pastel Journal shows ads.

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