Best Sport News Apps

237+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

theScore is the household name in sport news, but it's far from the only option. We track 237+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Sport News Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1theScore: Sports News & ScorestheScore: Sports News & ScoresFree4.8★ (863K)YesNoNov 2026
2ESPN: Live Sports & ScoresESPN: Live Sports & ScoresFree4.6★ (4.2M)YesYesNov 2026
3Bleacher Report: Sports NewsBleacher Report: Sports NewsFree4.6★ (335K)YesYesNov 2026
4Yahoo Sports: Scores and NewsYahoo Sports: Scores and NewsFree4.6★ (70K)YesNoNov 2026
5Apple SportsApple SportsFree4.7★ (231K)NoNoNov 2026
6The Athletic: All Sports NewsThe Athletic: All Sports NewsFree4.8★ (235K)YesYesNov 2026
7CBS Sports: Live Scores & NewsCBS Sports: Live Scores & NewsFree4.7★ (836K)YesYesNov 2026
8BBC SportBBC SportFree4.7★ (26K)YesNoNov 2026

Top Picks for Sport News

theScore: Sports News & Scores#1

theScore: Sports News & Scores by Score Media and Gaming Inc.

Fast, Live Scores and News
Editor's Choice
⚽ Sports
4.8😊(863K ratings)
FreeAds
#91in Sports
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Get real-time scores, breaking news, in-depth stats, and videos for all your favorite sports leagues and teams. Personalize your feed, connect with other fans, and stay updated on the latest sports stories.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Quick and fast app
  • 📊 Comprehensive sports coverage
  • 🔍 Detailed stats and information
  • 🌐 Global sports leagues supported
  • 🤖 Customizable notifications

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
  • 🔍 Limited statistical details
  • 🤖 Overly aggressive notifications
  • 💬 Toxic community chat
  • 🔌 Drains battery quickly
ESPN: Live Sports & Scores#2

ESPN: Live Sports & Scores by Disney

Watch Games, Highlights & News
Strong Contender
⚽ Sports
4.6😐(4.2M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#2in Sports
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Access all ESPN content in one place, including live games, studio shows, documentaries, and on-demand content. Get real-time scores, breaking news, and expert analysis for thousands of live events across major sports leagues.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Reliable real-time updates
  • 👍 Comprehensive sports coverage
  • 💡 Customizable team/sport preferences

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 👎 Overwhelming with irrelevant content
  • 🤔 Confusing navigation and UI
Bleacher Report: Sports News#3

Bleacher Report: Sports News by Bleacher Report

NBA stats + MLB and NFL scores
Worth Considering
⚽ Sports
4.6😞(335K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Get instant sports scores, breaking news, and exclusive content for your favorite teams. Follow live updates, stats, highlights, and analysis across major leagues and college sports. Personalize your feed for a tailored fan experience.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and up-to-date sports news
  • 👍 Comprehensive coverage of multiple sports
  • 💡 Customizable team/league feeds
  • 🚀 Quick access to scores and highlights

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔄 Outdated or repetitive content
  • 🤔 Confusing navigation after recent update
  • 📺 Videos not available in certain regions

More Sport News apps to explore

FAQ about Sport News

What are the best sport news apps for iPhone?
theScore: Sports News & Scores tops our sport news apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 863K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top sport news apps we rank are free to download, including theScore: Sports News & Scores and ESPN: Live Sports & Scores.
theScore: Sports News & Scores shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 237+ sport news apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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