0+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
The Guardian is the household name in news editor game alternative, but it's far from the only option. We track 0+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.9★ (113K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (634K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.9★ (5.5K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.7★ (7K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.8★ (4.3K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free was $0.99 | 4.4★ (510) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.7★ (6.5K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.6★ (359K) | Yes | No | Aug 2026 |
Access fearless, independent journalism with breaking news, diverse opinions, and live blogs. Enjoy personalized content, puzzles, podcasts, and article-to-audio features. Offers unlimited, ad-free, and offline reading with a subscription.
Access award-winning global reporting and expert coverage from journalists. Stay informed with a 24/7 news feed, curated recommendations, and multimedia content. Enjoy a limited number of free stories or opt for unlimited digital access.
Get unbiased daily news, history, and engaging games designed to make staying informed enjoyable. This app delivers a curated set of important and interesting stories once a day, helping you learn and remember information through interactive quizzes and games.
This news reader app delivers concise summaries of politics, entertainment, and current events from diverse sources. Enjoy fast loading, easy navigation, and optimized articles. Remove ads with a subscription.
Access award-winning investigative journalism and breaking news from a progressive perspective. This app delivers underreported stories and bold opinion pieces, along with daily games to engage users.
This app automatically plays the latest news updates from various sources when opened. It functions like a podcast app, offering access to numerous news feeds and allowing users to add their own custom sources. Enjoy background playback and seamless navigation through news segments.
This app curates the week's most important news from U.S. and international media into a concise digest. It offers provocative perspectives and in-depth insights into vital stories, designed for busy readers. Enjoy a seamless reading experience with various formatting options and offline access.
Get breaking world and local news, along with trending headlines. This app offers a personalized news feed, custom alerts, and in-depth content hubs for major events. Access award-winning photos, videos, and articles.
Stay informed with news tailored to your interests, presented from multiple viewpoints. Get concise summaries, discover related podcasts, and listen to your personalized news feed. Follow specific topics, people, or publishers for instant updates.
Access personalized news, save articles for later, and customize push notifications. Enjoy a streamlined reading experience with offline access and a digital replica of the daily newspaper.
Access award-winning local news, sports, and entertainment from your favorite newspaper. Enjoy an enhanced reading experience with online-only content, interactive puzzles, and easy sharing. Subscribers get full access, while non-subscribers can opt for an app-only subscription.
Access personalized news content, save articles for later, and receive custom push notifications. Enjoy the digital replica of the newspaper and play included games. Read content offline and navigate seamlessly.
Stay informed with local news, in-depth journalism, and real-time alerts. Access a digital replica of the print edition, customize your reading experience, and enjoy offline access to stories, photos, and videos.
Access top stories curated by editors, personalized news feeds, and in-depth sports coverage. Enjoy local news, daily podcasts, and exclusive recipes and puzzles with an optional subscription.
This app offers a new approach to news consumption, making factual reporting engaging and rewarding. It prioritizes vetted journalism over misinformation and allows users to connect with others who share their curiosity and values. Users can choose between a news-only experience or one that includes social connections.
Access in-depth local journalism, breaking news, and engaging multimedia content. Enjoy a streamlined reading experience with customizable features and real-time notifications. Includes a digital replica of the print edition and access to other eNewspapers.
Design and customize your own version of Earth, from redrawing borders to renaming regions. This offline sandbox allows you to create fantasy empires or simulate alternate histories with detailed control over maps, flags, and even 3D globe exploration.
Access local news, in-depth journalism, and a digital replica of the print edition. Get breaking news alerts, sports scores, and weather updates. Customize your reading experience with offline access and adjustable text size.
This app aggregates news and blogs from any RSS feed, allowing users to customize their news feed with preferred topics and sources. It offers real-time updates, push notifications, and the ability to save articles and comment on them.
Access breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert advice on politics, business, sport, and culture. Enjoy digital newspaper editions, exclusive podcasts, and brain-training puzzles. Offers a free trial for new subscribers.