About
NetNewsWire is a free and open source RSS reader that aggregates articles from your favorite blogs and news sites in one place, replacing the need to visit multiple sites or rely on social media algorithms. It syncs across devices via iCloud, Feedbin, Feedly, BazQux, Inoreader, NewsBlur, The Old Reader, and FreshRSS, and includes features like custom article themes, a reader view, starred articles, smart feeds for unread and today's articles, folders, background refreshing, and home screen widgets. The app is fast, stable, and accessible, giving you direct control over the news you consume.
Highlights
- Syncs via iCloud, Feedbin, Feedly, BazQux, Inoreader, NewsBlur, The Old Reader, and FreshRSS
- Custom article themes and reader view for personalized reading
- Smart feeds for all unread articles and today's content
- Home screen widgets for today, unread, and starred articles
- OPML import and export for managing feed lists
- Background refreshing and keyboard shortcuts
Best for
People who want to follow multiple blogs and news sources without visiting each site individually or relying on social media algorithms. Works well for readers who prefer direct control over their news feed and want their reading activity synced across multiple devices.
At a glance
NetNewsWire: RSS Reader is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 767 ratings and is available on iOS — all free to download.
It is developed by Brent Simmons.