249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
The best open access helper apps on iPhone average 4.2★ across 249+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated November 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.0★ (4) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.9★ (12K) | No | No | Nov 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.4★ (442) | No | Yes | Nov 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | — | No | No | Jul 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.5★ (2) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.5★ (42K) | No | No | Nov 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 3.1★ (51) | No | No | Oct 2026 |
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