Best Independent Journalism Apps

23+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Looking for free independent journalism apps? 20 of our 23+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Independent Journalism Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1REFORMAREFORMAFree3.3★ (16)NoYesOct 2026
2Interval NewsInterval NewsFree4.8★ (158)NoYesNov 2026
3EL NORTEEL NORTEFree2.9★ (14)NoYesOct 2026
4Tousi TV+Tousi TV+Free4.8★ (124)NoYesOct 2026
5MURALMURALFree—NoYesOct 2026
6Raw StoryRaw StoryFree4.8★ (4.7K)NoYesNov 2026
7The Colorado SunThe Colorado SunFree4.6★ (34)NoNoOct 2026
8Concord Independent TribuneConcord Independent TribuneFree4.3★ (3)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Independent Journalism

REFORMA#1

REFORMA by Editora el Sol

independent journalism
Editor's Choice
📡 News
3.3😞(16 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access independent journalism and breaking news from GRUPO REFORMA. Enjoy video content, listen to articles, save favorites, and read the digital printed edition. Stay informed on your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.

What We Love

  • 👍 Good UI/UX (older reviews)
  • 👍 Informative content (implied by subscription willingness)
  • 👍 Useful for staying updated abroad (older reviews)

Room to Improve

  • anúncios Full of ads
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🐌 Slow loading/performance
  • 💸 Ads despite subscription
  • 🐛 App instability/crashes
  • 📱 Incompatible with devices/OS
  • 📰 Manipulated/unclear news
  • 💳 Subscription activation issues
  • 📉 Declining quality over time
Interval News#2

Interval News by Interval Collective Inc

The headlines you're missing.
4.8(158 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#47in Magazines & Newspapers
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This app delivers important, often underreported headlines with context to help you understand complex narratives. It curates critical reporting from various sources, offering perspectives that might otherwise be missed. The goal is to provide information for informed decision-making.

EL NORTE#3

EL NORTE by Editora el Sol

independent journalism
Worth Considering
📡 News
2.9(14 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access independent journalism with a comprehensive news app. Enjoy video content, save articles, listen to news on the go, and receive breaking news alerts. Read the digital printed edition and engage in discussions.

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FAQ about Independent Journalism

What are the best independent journalism apps for iPhone?
REFORMA tops our independent journalism apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 3.3-star average from 16 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top independent journalism apps we rank are free to download, including REFORMA and Interval News.
REFORMA has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 23+ independent journalism apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.