Best Hacker News Redux Apps

211+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5β˜…, the hacker news redux category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 211+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Hacker News Redux

Hacker News Redux#1

Hacker News Redux by Petar Djekic

Editor's Choice
πŸ“‘ News
2.0(1 ratings)
Free
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Read Hacker News articles and comments even without an internet connection. Download the latest news in advance for offline access, enjoy distraction-free reading with built-in Readability, and bookmark your favorite content. It offers a native iOS experience for iPhone and iPad.

HACK for Hacker News YC Reader#2

HACK for Hacker News YC Reader by Pranoy Chowdhury

Best Hacker News app for tech
Strong Contender
πŸ“‘ News
4.7(1.6K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app offers a beautiful and intuitive way to read tech, startup, and STEM news from Hacker News. It provides advanced features like push notifications, threaded comments, and powerful search, with extensive customization options for a personalized reading experience.

Octal for Hacker News#3

Octal for Hacker News by Daniel Wu

Social developer & tech news
Worth Considering
πŸ“‘ News
4.8😊(2.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access breaking tech news and engage in discussions with a beautifully designed, fast, and user-friendly feed. Vote on stories, submit posts, comment, and manage favorites without ads or subscriptions.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Fantastic app
  • πŸ‘ Convenient to use
  • πŸ‘ Good UX/UI
  • πŸ‘ Elegant, intuitive client

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Can't even log in my YC account
  • πŸ› Occasional refresh issues
  • πŸ› Asking for network info permission

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Kimi - Kimi K2.6 is Live
Kimi - Kimi K2.6 is Live
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A fast, clean, and distraction-free client for reading Hacker News on iOS devices. It's designed for deep technical discussions and efficient navigation, especially within complex comment threads. Enjoy a smooth and readable experience focused on content.

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6
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Learn to code in Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and SQL with AI-assisted development. This app guides you from beginner to building production-ready software and portfolio projects. Master modern developer workflows and launch your career.

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8
React Native Hacker News
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An open-source client for Hacker News, built with React Native. It offers a clean and simple interface for browsing news and articles. View the source code on GitHub.

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9
Hacker Feed
Hacker Feed
Hacker Feed
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A fast and elegant application for reading Hacker News stories. Browse top, new, and specialized sections with beautiful typography and thumbnail options. Includes built-in reader mode, comment management, and iCloud syncing for bookmarks.

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10
GitHub
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GitHub
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Free

Manage your code projects, review changes, and collaborate with your team on the go. This app allows you to stay updated with notifications, respond to issues, and browse files and code from anywhere.

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11
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Python Coding Editor & IDE App
Compiler - Run & Learn Py 3
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Learn and run Python 3 code on your mobile device with this AI-powered editor. Features include a compiler, debugger, code completion, and built-in challenges to enhance your programming skills.

Python 3 interpreter and compilerAI-powered code assistanceBuilt-in debugger
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12
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This mobile IDE allows you to write, run, and deploy code on your device. It offers AI-powered features for project creation, bug fixing, and code explanation, supporting 18 programming languages and various project templates.

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Latest startup news and trends
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14
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This app allows users to send HTTP/HTTPS requests and connect to WebSockets, making it easy to debug APIs on the go. It supports various response formats, collaboration features, and authentication methods, streamlining API development and testing.

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15
Enki: Learn Coding/Programming
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This AI-powered coach helps you learn coding, data skills, and productivity tools. It offers personalized lessons, code review, and interactive exercises to build your expertise. Engage with a community, track your progress, and receive career advice to advance your technical skills.

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16
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This app is a professional technical platform for developers, offering a vast collection of code resources, training courses, expert Q&A, and the latest industry news. It aims to solve programming challenges and provide reliable answers for all technical queries.

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17
Hacki for Hacker News
Hacki for Hacker News
Hacki for Hacker News
Open-source Hacker News client
Free

Access Hacker News content with this open-source client. Browse, search, and submit stories, manage favorites, leave comments, and participate in polls. Enjoy offline reading and receive notifications for replies.

Hacker News account loginBrowse stories by categorySearch and submit stories
πŸ“‘ News
(34)
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18
Open Source & Software News
Open Source & Software News
Open Source & Software News
Programming & Code Updates
Free

Stay updated with the latest news on open source software, programming languages, and development frameworks. Aggregates content from numerous sources into a single, prioritized feed. Offers customizable notifications and community features.

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(31)
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19
Vercel Client Mobile β€” Rev
Vercel Client Mobile β€” Rev
Vercel Client Mobile β€” Rev
Vercel Mobile
Free

Manage your Vercel projects and deployments on the go. Monitor project activity, control deployments, manage domains, and view logs in real-time. Ideal for indie hackers and developers who need constant access to their Vercel instances.

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πŸ› οΈ Developer Tools
(89)
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20
HackerWeb - Hacker News client
HackerWeb - Hacker News client
HackerWeb - Hacker News client
Read-only Hacker News client
$2.99

A clean and readable client for Hacker News, designed with iOS guidelines in mind. It offers intuitive navigation for stories and comments, automatic dark mode, and code syntax highlighting.

Dual Web and Comments tabsRevolutionary comments thread UIAutomatic Dark mode
πŸ“‘ News
(10)
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