Report updated Apr 23, 2026
New Scientist
For science enthusiasts and readers seeking current, evidence-based reporting on global innovations and research.
Overview · Full Intel report in progress
New Scientist is an established news app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.7/5 rating from 12.1K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.
What is New Scientist?
Current Momentum
v4.7 · 2mo ago
ActiveLast updated 87d ago. 5 versions tracked.
Competition
Rivals identification in progress
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NewsNo ranking data
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What makes this app unique?
What Does It Look Like?
What Are The Key Features?
Provides access to daily news updates and the latest digital editions of the magazine.
Features a library of videos covering topics such as robotics and animal behavior.
Includes a weekly podcast and audio versions of articles for hands-free consumption.
Allows existing subscribers to unlock full content by logging in with their newscientist.com account.
How much does it cost?
Who Built It?
Delivering evidence-based science journalism and multimedia reporting to curious minds and research enthusiasts.
Portfolio
3
Apps
What other apps does New Scientist make?
New Scientist International
New Scientist Australia
Explore the full New Scientist report
Portfolio breakdown, audience, momentum, and every app published by New Scientist.
Analysis in progress, available soon
What do users think recently?
Analysis in progress, available soon
View the full user-sentiment analysis
Mood gauge, ratings & review-volume history, every praise / complaint / request, and sentiment over time.
Analysis in progress, available soon
What is the competitive landscape for New Scientist?
Where is it available?
Localized markets (1)
How's The News Market?
How does it evolve in the News market?
Rank progression
131 active rankings tracked — 30-day window
Strategic analysis coming soon
SWOT, key takeaways & outlook
The outtake for New Scientist
Key Takeaways
While the app offers high-quality editorial content, user feedback highlights critical technical friction regarding session persistence and authentication flows.
Where Is It Heading?
Trend analysis
Available very soon