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The Spectator Magazine

by The Spectator (1828) Ltd

iPhone · iPad

Active Last checked 7 Aug 2026

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What it is
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At a glance
  • From $11.99/mo
  • Free to download
  • In-app purchases

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Function Availability Access Scope Evidence
Free app Yes Free Store published
In-app purchases Yes Limited free Store published

Screens

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Pricing & paywalls

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  • 1 month — $11.99/month
  • 1 month — $119.99/year ($9.99/mo)
  • 10 December 2016, The Spectator Magazine — $4.99
  • 12 December 2015, The Spectator Magazine — $4.99
  • 13 December 2014, The Spectator Magazine — $4.99
  • 2 July 2016, The Spectator Magazine — $4.99
  • 25 June 2016, The Spectator Magazine — $4.99
  • 31 December 2016, The Spectator Magazine — $4.99
  • The Spectator Magazine 14 December 2013 — $4.99
  • The Spectator Magazine 15 December 2012 — $5.99

Ratings & reviews

App Store

4.8 1846 ratings · App Store

  1. 5/5Unrivaled by any other news/information source.

    I have cut loose my subscription-tail in all areas: I have no need to pay for access to information sources that spew propaganda, lies, fabricated buzz-word accretions, and other goal-oriented political misinformation that is shameless in marketing Marxist ideology. The Spectator is ONE subscription that I refuse to give up because I require the quality of content and the way it’s presented. There are many reasons that account for the longevity of this publication, and I appreciate all of them. Plus: I won’t live without my favorite writers like Douglas Murray, Katy Balls, Rod Liddle, Peter Hitchens.

    Phuqit · 7 Aug 2026

  2. 3/5Problem trying to read offline

    I have been a subscriber for over 10 years, first through Kindle then through the iPad app. I love the Spectator and have recommended to many. However, a recent update to the app has made it impossible to read downloaded issues offline. After about 20 minutes of offline reading, the app boots me out of the downloaded magazine and requires a login. As my favorite time to read The Spectator is on flights, this is a real problem. Either I am forced to purchase expensive internet service on the flight (if available) or I have to read some other less enjoyable publication that does allow offline reading. PLEASE FIX THIS!

    MCBJD · 7 Aug 2026

  3. 5/5A beacon of sanity

    Many would accuse the Spectator of political bias, but most of these critics are tied to much more ideologically charged media. The pot calling the kettle black. If you take time to read the articles it quickly becomes apparent that this kettle is boiling over with common sense, clarity, factual analysis and diverse points of view, some of which are thought provoking, and challenging whatever the readers political preferences might be. Well done!

    Caromalegra · 7 Aug 2026

  4. 3/5New version difficult to use

    The latest update is in many ways a visual improvement, but the magazine is now difficult to read. If you use the menu to skip ahead to an article, and then try to resume reading the magazine from the start, scrolling to the next article takes you back to the article you reached from the menu, rather than just the next page. So scrolling from page 1 to 2 actually takes you to page 40, if you’d been reading page 40 beforehand. Can this please be addressed in the next update?

    James XNZ · 7 Aug 2026

  5. 1/5Specie subscriber

    I just gave this one star. Not because of the content. I thoroughly enjoy Jeremy Clarke especially, but all the other content as well. When I can get to it, that is. I hope the people at The Spectator are reading this, because YOU HAVE RUINED THE APP. There wasn’t anything wrong with the old app. It was straightforward and worked perfectly. THAT’S ALL WE SUBSCRIBERS WANT. The new app is maddeningly convoluted. It takes too much time to find what I want to read, and once found, there’s no guarantee that a simple click will bring it up. You sold out to gearhead app designers and change for change’s sake. This is a frustrating disaster. Keep it simple, stupid.

    ATL Hoosier · 7 Aug 2026

Privacy & accessibility

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Versions

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  • 5.1.1

    *New in this version* • Scrapbook: we've restored the ability to save articles into the scrapbook. • Bug fixes and various performance enhancements.

  • 5.1.2

    *New in this version* • Bug fixes and various performance enhancements.

  • 5.1.4

    *New in this version* • Bug fixes and various performance enhancements.

  • 7.0.0

    Introducing the brand new Spectator app – you spoke and we listened. We’ve made multiple improvements to everything from the look and feel of the app to its speed and navigation. You’ll have an uninterrupted experience, whether you’re reading the magazine or our Coffee House blog, online or off. Plus enjoy new features, including weekly recipes, where to go, what to eat and what to watch from Spectator Life. Plus… • New and improved layouts on mobile and tablet • Easy view of the weekly magazine • Improved page load speed • Spectator Life now visible Coming soon… • The ability to view the app in dark mode • In-app search function • Dedicated broadcast hub featuring podcasts and Spectator TV • Tailor the navigation bar to suit you

  • 7.1

    • This version contains bug fixes and performance improvements.

  • 7.2

    App improvements and bug fixes.

  • 7.3

    Bug fixes and performance improvements

  • 7.4

    We have updated the Spectator App and are pleased to introduce a number of new features designed with our users’ feedback in mind. Search - find the articles that interest you most. Dark mode - the Spectator app can finally be used in dark mode Customisable navigation bar - customise your homepage for easy access to your favourite topics and writers. General bug fixes and improvements.

  • 7.6

    Bug fixes and performance improvements.

  • 7.7

    Bug fixes and performance improvements.

  • 7.8

    App improvements

  • 7.9

    App improvements

  • 7.9.1

    Bug fixes and performance improvements

  • 8.0.0

    Bug fixes and performance improvements

  • 8.0.1

    App improvements and performance enhancements

  • 8.0.3

    Bug fixes and performance improvements

  • 8.0.4

    Bug fixes and performance improvements.

  • 8.0.5

    Bug fixes and performance improvements

  • 8.0.6

    Bug fixes and performance improvements

  • 8.0.8

    Bug fixes and performance improvements.

  • 8.0.9

    Bug fixes and performance improvements

  • 8.1.1

    Bug fixes and performance improvements

  • 8.1.2

    Bug fixes and performance improvements.

  • 8.1.6

    • You can now switch between the US and UK editions within the app • Easily toggle between regional coverage via the top navigation or settings.

  • 8.1.7 · 29 Apr 2026

    • You can now switch between the US and UK editions within the app • Easily toggle between regional coverage via the top navigation or settings.

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