Best Ireland News Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Looking for free ireland news apps? 20 of our 249+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Ireland News Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Irish Independent NewsIrish Independent NewsFree4.7★ (649)YesYesNov 2026
2RTÉ NewsRTÉ NewsFree4.3★ (210)YesNoOct 2026
3Local Irish NewsLocal Irish NewsFree4.0★ (3)NoNoSep 2026
4TheJournal.ie NewsTheJournal.ie NewsFree4.7★ (2.5K)YesYesOct 2026
5Ireland News FeedIreland News FeedFree—NoNoJul 2026
6Irish Examiner NewsIrish Examiner NewsFree4.8★ (71)YesYesNov 2026
7Donegal NewsDonegal NewsFree—NoNoSep 2026
8Irish News & Radio Today - Latest from IrelandIrish News & Radio Today - Latest from IrelandFree4.7★ (25)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Ireland News

Irish Independent News#1

Irish Independent News by Mediahuis Ireland Ltd

Breaking Irish & World News
Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.7😞(649 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access breaking Irish and world news with in-depth reporting and analysis. Stay updated on politics, business, sport, and current affairs with exclusive journalism and local stories from across Ireland. Enjoy daily puzzles and a clean design for easy reading and listening.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to navigate
  • 🚀 Quick loading
  • ⭐ Great for staying connected to Irish news
  • 💻 Mirrors the paper edition well

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
  • 💰 Subscription paywall blocks access to content
  • 📰 Declining journalistic standards and biased coverage
RTÉ News#2

RTÉ News by RTÉ

Strong Contender
📡 News
4.3😐(210 ratings)
FreeAds
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Get comprehensive Irish and international news coverage, including breaking alerts, live broadcasts, and in-depth analysis. Personalize your feed, enjoy multimedia content, and read stories offline.

What We Love

  • 🌍 Broad news coverage
  • 📰 Comprehensive reporting
  • 🏠 Keeps expats connected to home
  • 📊 Balanced and unbiased news
  • 🏆 High-quality journalism

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔍 Navigation and organization issues
  • 🔊 Lack of audio/video support
  • 🔄 Update loop and compatibility problems
  • 📢 Intrusive and annoying ads
4.0(3 ratings)
Free
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Access your favorite local Irish newspapers digitally. Browse e-paper editions from various regions, including Wexford, Kerry, and Cork. Purchase single issues or access your existing subscriptions.

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FAQ about Ireland News

What are the best ireland news apps for iPhone?
Irish Independent News tops our ireland news apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 649 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top ireland news apps we rank are free to download, including Irish Independent News and RTÉ News.
Irish Independent News shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 249+ ireland news apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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