Make: Magazine

Name: Make: Magazine
Rating: 2.6969697 (89 reviews)
Author: Make Community

By: Make Community App

Make: is the premiere magazine for makers.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

39,624 ▲ 49

Data as of 2026-09-01

Rating:

2.70

(89)

Version:

7.2.2

Last updated: 2026-05-14

Ranking

#329,120 ▼ 1,072

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Make: Magazine is the premier digital magazine designed for makers, DIY enthusiasts, hackers, and tinkerers. Accessible on any smart device, the Make: app delivers full project tutorials ranging from electronics and robotics to woodworking and 3D fabrication. Each issue features detailed photos, diagrams, maker profiles, interviews, and abundant inspiration to fuel your creative projects.

Published by Make: Community, this magazine is part of a global movement promoting innovation and education through making. Alongside 200+ annual Maker Faires and educational programs, Make: Magazine offers a wealth of knowledge for makers around the world. Subscriptions are available quarterly or annually with auto-renewal options. Dive into the world of hands-on creativity with Make: Magazine wherever you go!

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Downloads:

Rating:

Version:

7.2.2 Last updated: 2026-05-14

Version code:

70202

Creation date:

2017-01-23

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE High risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT Low risk
com.android.vending.BILLING Low risk
com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE Low risk
com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS Low risk

Size:

25.75MB

Email:

co*****@make.co

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-01

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 329,120 ▼ 1,072

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Developed by:

Make Community

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.makermedia.makemagazine

Email:

co*****@make.co

Website:

https://help.makermedia.com/hc/en-us

User Reviews

Users generally like the magazine's content and appreciate features like accessibility mode and an ad-free experience. However, the app itself suffers from serious issues, including frequent crashes, slow performance, and problematic login functionality. Navigation is unintuitive and sensitive, and a lack of SD card support for storage is a common complaint. Many users find the app outdated and unmaintained, significantly detracting from the overall reading experience.

Pros

Magazine content is appreciated and considered good by users.
Accessibility mode helps with navigation and reading on phones.
Users appreciate that the app is ad-free, aligning with paid subscription expectations.

Cons

App has frequent crashes and is very slow, making it almost unusable.
Logging into the app is problematic, with many users unable to sign in, despite no issues on the website.
Poor app interface and unintuitive navigation, including overly sensitive swiping gestures.
App does not support storing issues on SD card as expected, limiting storage options.
The app seems outdated with little to no updates, leading to technical issues and user frustration.