Features & Capabilities

Reeder Classic is an all-in-one RSS reader and read-later client with optional iCloud syncing. It supports a built-in RSS/Feeds service to keep everything in sync across devices, or you can use any of the many supported third-party services.

Reeder Classic also includes Bionic Reading for focused reading, configurable widgets to show recent articles, and a Reader View for a clean reading experience. With per-account options like Mark as Read on Scroll and a secure iCloud-backed read-later, it covers all your reading workflows. Supported third-party services include Feedbin, Feedly, FeedHQ, NewsBlur, The Old Reader, Inoreader, BazQux Reader, FreshRSS, Instapaper and Pocket.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Silvio Rizzi
Rating:
4.10
(818)
Version:
5.5.1 Last updated: 2025-05-16
Version code:
874776315
Creation date:
2020-10-16
Compatible devices:
Size:
24.41MB
Price:
4.99
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-04
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Developed by:
Silvio Rizzi
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/reeder-classic/id1529445840
Website:
https://reeder.app

User Reviews

Reeder Classic is praised for longevity, stability, and strong cross-device syncing, plus a clean, customizable interface. However, multiple reviews cite ongoing bugs (wrong articles, reading position resets, loading issues), mobile sync problems, and a sense that development has slowed as the newer Reeder takes priority. Users also want modernization (Liquid Glass) and, in some cases, a watch companion, but feel maintenance is lacking and the app may be at risk of further neglect.
Pros
  • Longstanding best-in-class RSS reader on iPhone.
  • Excellent cross-device syncing (iCloud) with strong Mac syncing and support for self-hosted feeds (FreshRSS).
  • Clean, intuitive UI with smooth navigation and a simple design.
  • Highly customizable with a range of reading options.
  • Trusted, years-long presence as a top RSS app in the App Store.
Cons
  • Development appears slowed or paused; updates are infrequent and some users report little to no responsiveness to bug reports.
  • Persistent bugs across versions, including opening the wrong article, reading position resets, loading issues, and sorting problems.
  • Mobile syncing issues: feeds sometimes fail to sync on iPhone or on-demand sync is unreliable.
  • Perceived abandonment in favor of the newer Reeder, with Classic feeling neglected.
  • Lack of modernization features (e.g., Liquid Glass) and requests for improvements (e.g., watch companion) going unmet.
Recent reviews
Seems the developer has abandoned this app. Unfortunate.
by li*****, 2026-05-09

Please fix YouTube “Error 153” for embedded videos
by rp*****, 2026-05-05

Reeder Classic is by far the best RSS reader on iPhone. Animations are butter smooth and navigation is simple. The challenge is the app is not a prime focus anymore as the new “Reeder” with its inbox for everything approach has taken priority. I would be happy to pay a subscription to have this app actively maintained. Here’s hoping for a resurgence of Reeder Classic.
by Az*****, 2026-04-19
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