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Best News & Reading Apps in 2026

News & Reading Apps help you read news, feeds, books, audiobooks, and saved articles on supported devices.

  1. 1

    NewsBlur

    Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+3

    NewsBlur combines RSS reading with feed training, Web Feeds, and options for syncing or self-hosting.

    8.8 Free plan · paid from $36/yr · 30-day trial Visit site
  2. 2

    BookFusion

    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+2

    BookFusion combines library organization, synced reading, offline access, and integrations with Calibre and KOReader.

    7.7 Free plan · paid from $1.99/mo Visit site
  3. 3

    Inoreader

    Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+2

    Inoreader combines multiple source types with monitoring, rules and AI-assisted content processing.

    7.5 Free plan · 14-day trial Visit site
  4. 4

    Kobo Books

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Kobo Books provides mobile audiobook playback, offline listening, and two Kobo Plus options with a 14-day trial.

    7.2 Free plan · 14-day trial Visit site
  5. 5

    Libby

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Libby offers library-based borrowing with useful reading and audiobook controls at no cost. Its selection and card access depend on the library, and Kindle delivery is limited to U.S. libraries.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    FLEX

    Free plan iPhone

    FLEX provides in-app inspection for a wide range of iOS development tasks, without a remote debugging connection.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  7. 7

    Instapaper

    by Instapaper
    Free plan AndroidiPhone

    Instapaper pairs content saving and offline reading with highlighting and device synchronization. The free tier covers unlimited saves, while PDF reading and unlimited notes require Premium.

    7.1 Free plan · paid from $5.99/mo Visit site
  8. 8

    NetNewsWire

    Free plan ExtensioniPhoneMac

    Choose NetNewsWire if you want a free, open-source RSS reader with multiple sync options, feed management tools, and apps for Mac and iOS.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  9. 9

    Opera

    by Opera
    Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4

    Opera combines a free browser with tab organization, sidebar services, AI tools, ad blocking, and a free VPN. VPN Pro is optional and has separate paid plans.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  10. 10

    Newsify

    Free plan iPhoneMacWeb

    Newsify brings feed reading, syncing, offline access, and sharing together across iOS, macOS, and web. Check the platform limits and the monthly Premium cost if you need its paid features.

    7.0 Free plan · 7-day trial Visit site
  11. 11

    Apple News

    by Apple
    Free plan MaciPhone
    6.6 Visit site
  12. 12

    Unread

    Free plan iPhoneMac

    Unread combines RSS subscriptions, full-text extraction, offline caching, themes, widgets, and many read-later destinations.

    6.6 Free plan Visit site
  13. 13

    Google News

    by Google
    Free plan iPhoneAndroid
    6.1 Visit site
  14. 14

    feeeed: rss reader and more

    by James Parrott
    Free plan
    5.9 Visit site
  15. 15

    SmartNews

    by SmartNews
    Free plan
    5.2 Visit site
  16. 16

    PressReader

    Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+2
    4.4 7-day trial Visit site
  17. 17

    Readly

    by Readly
    Paid
    4.0 Visit site
  18. 18

    Reeder

    by Silvio Rizzi
    Paid MaciPhone
    4.0 Visit site

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Compare the free plan, paid price, trial terms, licence, and supported platforms. If code access matters, read the open-source licence before choosing. Check that the app runs on your device.

Questions

Are free News & Reading Apps available?

Yes. Tools in this category offer free plans, including options listed as free or freemium. Check the pricing note for limits and paid upgrades.

What apps include a free trial?

Listed trial periods are 14 days for Inoreader and Kobo Books, 30 days for NewsBlur, and 7 days for Newsify.

Can I use an open-source reading app?

Open-source code is available from tools in this category. Review the licence if you need to inspect or change the code.

Where can these apps run?

The category covers iOS, Android, web, macOS, and browser-extension support. Confirm support for your device before choosing.

What does freemium mean here?

Freemium means a free plan is available while paid access may add features or capacity. BookFusion, Inoreader, Kobo Books, NewsBlur, and Newsify use this model.

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