Scientific American

Name: Scientific American
Rating: 4.821782 (1882 reviews)
Author: Scientific American

By: Scientific American App

Monthly issues from Scientific American on your Android device

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

168,621 ▲ 267

Data as of 2026-08-31

Rating:

4.82 +7

(1,882)

Version:

6.7

Last updated: 2025-12-24

Ranking

#172,456 ▼ 504

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Scientific American offers in-depth insights and cutting-edge news on science and technology, brought to you by leading experts and over 200 Nobel Prize-winning scientists. With a subscription available via Google Play for $49.99 annually or $5.99 monthly, you can access monthly issues directly on your Android device. Individual issues can also be purchased for $6.99 each. Auto-renewal ensures continuous access unless cancelled. Support science journalism and deepen your understanding of the modern world with Scientific American.

For customer assistance, contact help@sciam.com. Payment processing is handled through your Google Play account according to their Terms and Conditions.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Education News & Magazines

By:

Scientific American

Downloads:

168,621 267

Rating:

4.82

(1,882) 7 new ratings

Version:

6.7 Last updated: 2025-12-24

Version code:

1766586903

Creation date:

2016-09-19

Publisher country:

Permissions:

android.permission.BLUETOOTH Moderate risk
android.permission.DETECT_SCREEN_CAPTURE Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED Low risk

Size:

15.66MB

Email:

he*****@sciam.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-31

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 172,456 ▼ 504

Other platforms

Scientific American (v6.4)

4.80

(10,149)

For Developers

Monetize with App Pass Boost with Extension Booster

Contact the developer

Chrome-Stats does not own this Android app. Please use these information below to contact the Android app developer.

Developed by:

Scientific American

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nature.scientificamerican

Email:

he*****@sciam.com

Website:

http://scientificamerican.com

User Reviews

Scientific American's Android app offers broad, well-curated coverage of science with readable, adjustable typography and easy navigation that helps busy readers stay informed. Reviewers praise the breadth of topics and accessibility for non-experts. However, recurring issues include the absence of a dark mode, frustrating subscription handling (pricing confusion and missing monthly options), and occasional in-app access/login problems with digital subscriptions connecting to the online content.

Pros

Broad range of scientific topics and accessible depth.
Readable with adjustable font size for easy reading.
Easy to navigate and read; improved user experience.
High-quality, informative content that keeps readers up to date.
Appeals to a wide audience including students and general science enthusiasts.

Cons

No dark mode / dark theme available in the app.
Subscription options and pricing are confusing, including lack of a monthly option in-app.
In-app access/login issues with digital subscriptions (sometimes redirects to the web or requires login).