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Best Engadget Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good engadget apps. We benchmark 248+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Engadget Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
19to5Mac — Breaking Tech News9to5Mac — Breaking Tech NewsFree4.7★ (4.8K)NoYesSep 2026
2Tom’s Guide: Tech ReviewsTom’s Guide: Tech ReviewsFree—YesYesAug 2026
3Flipboard: The Social MagazineFlipboard: The Social MagazineFree4.7★ (329K)YesNoSep 2026
4TechPulse by CNET GroupTechPulse by CNET GroupFree4.3★ (3.4K)YesNoSep 2026
5Newegg - Tech Shopping OnlineNewegg - Tech Shopping OnlineFree4.8★ (144K)NoNoSep 2026
6MIT Technology ReviewMIT Technology ReviewFree4.8★ (2.7K)NoYesSep 2026
7WIRED MagazineWIRED MagazineFree3.6★ (487)NoYesSep 2026
8Hacker FeedHacker FeedFree4.8★ (436)NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Engadget

9to5Mac — Breaking Tech News#1

9to5Mac — Breaking Tech News by Seth Weintraub

News for iPhone, iPad and Mac
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.7😞(4.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Stay informed with the latest news for Apple devices and other tech. Enjoy an ad-free reading experience with a clean layout and push notifications for breaking stories. An optional premium subscription offers enhanced features.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Informative content
  • 📱 Great app for Apple news
  • 🌓 Useful dark mode
  • 👍 Modern design

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Paywall restricts access
  • 🐛 Crashes and bugs
  • ⏱️ Slow content loading
  • 💸 Expensive subscription
  • 🔍 Lack of search functionality
  • 🙈 Ads and monetization issues
Flipboard: The Social Magazine#3

Flipboard: The Social Magazine by Flipboard Inc.

Stories curated by enthusiasts
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.7😐(329K ratings)
FreeAds
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Discover and collect stories on topics you love, curated by enthusiasts and top publishers. Personalize your feed, follow local news, and create your own magazines to share insights with a community.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great news aggregator
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 📰 Diverse content from reliable sources
  • 🗞️ Personalized news feed
  • 💡 Useful for staying informed

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific articles
  • 🔋 High data consumption
  • 📢 Excessive advertising
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🤖 Irrelevant content recommendations

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FAQ about Engadget

What are the best engadget apps for iPhone?
9to5Mac — Breaking Tech News tops our engadget apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 4.8K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top engadget apps we rank are free to download, including 9to5Mac — Breaking Tech News and Tom’s Guide: Tech Reviews.
9to5Mac — Breaking Tech News has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 248+ engadget apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app delivers breaking news and updates specifically for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and other Apple products. It also provides access to stories from related tech news networks, covering a broad spectrum of technology.
The Premium Subscription costs $1.99 per month in the US. This subscription automatically renews but can be canceled at any time through your account settings.