Report updated May 20, 2026
The Free Press
For readers and listeners seeking independent, long-form journalism and provocative commentary on current events.
Overview · Full Intel report in progress
The Free Press is an established news & magazines app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.9/5 rating from 12.4K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.
What is The Free Press?
Current Momentum
v1.0 · 1w ago
IntenseLast updated 11d ago. 5 versions tracked.
Competition
Rivals identification in progress
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What makes this app unique?
What Does It Look Like?
What Are The Key Features?
Users can read articles, listen to podcasts, and watch video investigations and livestreams.
The app allows users to browse specific topics and columnists to find relevant content and event information.
Users can follow specific subjects and contributors to receive updates on stories that matter to them.
How much does it cost?
Who Built It?
Enrichment in progress
Publisher profile available very soon
What other apps does Runaway Media make?
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 The Free Press?
How's The News & Magazines Market?
How does it evolve in the News & Magazines market?
Rank progression
59 active rankings tracked — 30-day window
Which niche is The Free Press in?
to consume investigative news and commentary
Explore the full Journalism Readers niche
Every app in this space — 14 tracked, the niche's live rankings, and Marlvel's editorial take on the job-to-be-done.
Strategic analysis coming soon
SWOT, key takeaways & outlook
The outtake for The Free Press
Key Takeaways
The app serves as a centralized hub for The Free Press's independent editorial content, prioritizing intellectual independence and a wide range of contributor voices.
Where Is It Heading?
Trend analysis
Available very soon