236+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
The best news widget reader apps on iPhone average 4.5★ across 236+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 3.6★ (36) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.8★ (1.5K) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.6★ (226K) | Yes | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.8★ (272) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Aug 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.7★ (882) | No | No | Sep 2026 |
Access news from hundreds of sources directly on your home screen, even offline. This app intelligently downloads the latest headlines and can read them aloud to you using text-to-speech technology.
Build a personalized, ad-free news feed from any website or social media. Enjoy a customizable reader, offline access, and AI summaries. Stay informed on your own terms.
This app aggregates and highlights global and local news stories tailored to your interests. It provides personalized briefings, in-depth coverage from multiple sources, and allows you to follow specific topics and news outlets. Stay informed on the go or on your desktop.
