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Best Singapore News Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good singapore news apps. We benchmark 248+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Singapore News Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1CNA (Channel NewsAsia)CNA (Channel NewsAsia)Free4.6★ (529)YesNoOct 2026
2The Straits TimesThe Straits TimesFree4.4★ (266)YesYesOct 2026
3The Business TimesThe Business TimesFree4.7★ (81)YesYesOct 2026
4South China Morning Post: NewsSouth China Morning Post: NewsFree4.6★ (2.3K)NoYesOct 2026
5Lianhe Zaobao: News in ChineseLianhe Zaobao: News in ChineseFree4.6★ (354)YesYesOct 2026
6The Edge SingaporeThe Edge SingaporeFree5.0★ (1)YesYesOct 2026
7Top Singapore NewsTop Singapore NewsFree—NoNoMay 2026
8Singapore News & Radio Free EditionSingapore News & Radio Free EditionFree4.0★ (2)NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Singapore News

CNA (Channel NewsAsia)#1

CNA (Channel NewsAsia) by Mediacorp Pte Ltd

Editor's Choice
📡 News
4.6😞(529 ratings)
FreeAds
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Stay informed with breaking news alerts and daily digests from Singapore, Asia, and globally. Access live coverage, expert analysis, personalized news feeds, and on-demand documentaries. Enjoy podcasts and live radio, plus engaging puzzle games.

What We Love

  • 👍 Excellent news source
  • 🚀 Fantastic app
  • 💡 Great content
  • 👍 Informative and up-to-date

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes frequently
  • 🐛 Unstable and buggy
  • 🐛 Slow performance
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues
  • 🔍 Lack of landscape mode
  • 🔍 Missing key features
  • 💰 Intrusive ads
The Straits Times#2

The Straits Times by SPH Media Limited

Strong Contender
📡 News
4.4(266 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access trusted news, trending stories, and lifestyle updates from Singapore and around the world. Enjoy smart summaries, immersive visuals, and podcasts. Subscribers gain unlimited access to exclusive content and the digital replica of the print edition.

The Business Times#3

The Business Times by SPH Media Limited

Singapore Business News
Worth Considering
📡 News
4.7(81 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access breaking business and finance news, market trends, and personalized content. Offers podcasts, push notifications, and bookmarking. Premium features require a subscription.

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FAQ about Singapore News

What are the best singapore news apps for iPhone?
CNA (Channel NewsAsia) tops our singapore news apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 529 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top singapore news apps we rank are free to download, including CNA (Channel NewsAsia) and The Straits Times.
CNA (Channel NewsAsia) shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 248+ singapore 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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