245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
If you already know The Independent, this is the deeper bench. 245+ independent media apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of October 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.6★ (600) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.6★ (222) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.6★ (359K) | Yes | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.5★ (198) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.8★ (123) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.5★ (203) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.3★ (3) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | — | No | No | Aug 2026 |
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