Blendle vs NY Media
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Blendle
Access top-tier journalism from leading publications, curated by editors and personalized by an algorithm. Read, listen to, or browse articles and magazines, with options for subscription or pay-per-article.
- Curated article selection
- Personalized recommendations
- Audio versions of articles
- Magazine archives
- Pay-per-article option
- Subscription model
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Blendle gives you unparalleled access to the best journalism that’s out there. From the moment you wake up, until you’re ready to go to bed. Follow New York Times reporters, every step of their way in revealing the truth. Read up on pop culture, fashion, and current affairs with Vanity Fair. Dive into the iconic covers of TIME Magazine, to understand the events that shape our world. Go beyond the headline, with award winning journalism from The New Yorker. Or be at the center of every trade, with The Wall Street Journal. But you don’t have time to go over all of these newspapers and magazines yourself. Finding great stories is what gets our human editors up in the middle of the night. They read everything. Front to back, with no room for clickbait. This leads to a daily hand-picked selection of articles, from a wide variety of sources. Then, our algorithm works its magic. Combining the stories we feel everyone should read, with a personalized selection that’s just for you. We give you an explanation with each recommendation, to help you understand why a particular story matters. Follow your curiosity, and flip through current and past issues of your favorite magazines. You could also search our entire archive, containing millions of articles. In the Netherlands, Blendle is offered as a subscription, called Blendle Premium. Premium comes with so much more! Follow our signature Blendle Collections, featuring timeless pieces, all sorted by topic. And since we know you’ve got places to go, you can listen to most of the articles too. Listen to them in the comfort of your own car, or during a nice run through the park. Always read by world-class narrators. With Blendle, you support all of your favorite journalists too, so they can start working on their next great piece. Enjoy our platform without any ads, and with the freedom to cancel anytime. The first month of Blendle Premium (available in The Netherlands only) is free, and €9,99 thereafter. You will be billed automatically each month through your iTunes account at confirmation of your purchase. There is no commitment, you can cancel anytime. Your Blendle Premium subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will be charged at the same price for renewal, as stated above, within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your iTunes Account settings after purchase. In the United States and Germany, Blendle is only available on a pay-per-article basis. You can top-up your virtual wallet and only pay for what you’ve read. If you don’t like a particular story, there’s a button to ask for an immediate refund. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
NY Media
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NY Media is your all-in-one local news and community companion, bringing you the latest from across New York. Whether you're looking for breaking headlines, upcoming events, classified ads, or in-depth stories across business, education, faith, sports, and more — NY Media keeps you connected and informed. Key Features: Latest News: Get real-time updates and breaking stories from reliable local sources. Events: Discover upcoming community events, public announcements, and local happenings. Classifieds: Browse and access job listings, real estate, services, and more through our connected portal. Multimedia Content: Enjoy video stories and featured news highlights directly in the app. Easy Navigation: Intuitive design with categorized sections for quick access. Dark Mode Support: Seamless viewing experience day or night. Why Choose NY Media? Built for the New York community, NY Media offers curated news and resources designed to support informed, engaged living. Whether you're a resident, business owner, or visitor — this app is your go-to for everything happening around you. Download now and stay in the know with NY Media.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NY Media at none against Blendle's 12. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Blendle sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. NY Media asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Blendle | NY Media |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (57 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 68.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 57 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 61 MB | 25 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Blendle | Global Newspaper Solutions Inc. |
Bugs and requests
Blendle
Reported bugs
43 issues- Account deleted without notice
- Refunds not processed
- App crashes or freezes
- Images and captions not displayed correctly
- Text overlapping or unreadable
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- Cannot add funds to account
- Email verification not received
- Login issues (e.g., Facebook only, no alternatives)
- Preview of articles broken in iOS app
- Articles not loading or displaying properly
- Screen reader compatibility issues
- Registration confirmation email not received
- Cannot register without Facebook
- Article prices not always visible
- Money deducted without confirmation or consent
- Refund button disappears too quickly
- Search function not working as expected
- Visual glitches
- Cannot copy text
- Cannot swipe from edge to return
- In-app purchase for credits not working
- Previous audio editions not found
- Text not visible during sign-up on iPhone
- Registration not possible
- Too much hassle to up credits
- No way to get past paywall screen
- Advertisements and offers prevent app entry
- Pocket support not on every device and hidden
- Non-Facebook users cannot register
- Headlines difficult to read when browsing publications
- Photos look like photocopies
- Cannot search for articles by title
- Cannot delete account
- Prices are exploitative
- Email for topping up balance not arriving
- Support requests unanswered
- Forced to pay for every read
- Article descriptions not readable in app
- App opens in wrong language and cannot be changed
- Cannot read purchased articles offline
- No way to share articles
- No way to search for articles
- No way to read articles offline
Requested features
19 requests- Dark mode
- Improved search functionality
- More international and Belgian publications
- Ability to save/export articles (PDF)
- Integration with Pocket/e-readers
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- Push notifications for major stories
- Better handling of images and graphics
- Option to translate English words
- More intuitive account top-up process
- Flatrate option like Pressreader
- Ability to read articles offline
- More immediate pushes on big stories
- Support for photography in articles
- Canadian content
- Ability to delete account easily
- More non-leftist foreign publications
- Audio versions of articles
- Search within specific magazines
- Abstracts or summaries for articles
NY Media
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Blendle
- Blendle Premium1 Month trial$8.991 Month
- Blendle Premium$8.991 Month
- Blendle Premium met trial1 Month trial$9.491 Month
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- Premium met trial3 Months trial$9.491 Month
- Blendle Premium met trial14 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Blendle Premium maandelijks1 Month trial$10.991 Month
- Blendle Premium$11.491 Month
- Blendle Premium met trial7 Days trial$12.991 Month
- Blendle Premium Yearly1 Month trial$89.991 Year
- Opwaarderen Credits$2.99
- Opwaarderen 100 Credits$4.99
- Top up$9.99
NY Media
No in-app purchases









