# PDI E-Reader

> News

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id401323082](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id401323082)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id401323082`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** PressReader Inc
- **Category:** News
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (127 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.5
- **Last updated:** 2025-04-22
- **First published:** 2010-11-09
- **Size:** 42 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pdi-e-reader/id401323082)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://philippinedailyinquirerplus.pressreader.com/help](https://philippinedailyinquirerplus.pressreader.com/help)

## Description

PDI E-Reader brings the Inquirer Group's digital editions (InquirerPlus, Inquirer Libre, Bandera, Cebu Daily News, and more) to your browser. It reproduces print layouts with added features like social sharing, Smartzoom, offline storage of downloaded issues, and automatic bookmarking to pick up where you left off.

The app is free to download and includes a 14-issue preview. Subscriptions are available via in-app purchases: Single Copy ($0.99 per issue) and Inquirer Plus ($9.99/mo) for access to all titles. Subscriptions auto-renew unless disabled at least 24 hours before the current period ends, and you can manage them in Account Settings. Print subscribers with at least six months may request complimentary access by emailing inquirerdigital@inquirer.com.ph. For help, visit philippinedailyinquirerplus.pressreader.com/help.

## Rankings

- #123,326 — Overall

## Review summary

Users largely praise the app for providing a free download with a 14‑day trial, full print‑edition content, offline access, and lower digital pricing compared with the paper edition. However, recurring concerns center on stability after updates (crashes, sign‑in failures, startup issues) and download problems, plus strong pricing objections from many users who view $9.99/month as too expensive. Sharing is limited to a few platforms, and several reviews question the perceived value or clarity of the free/download model. Overall, strong content value marred by reliability and pricing issues.

### Pros

- Free to download with a 14‑day trial subscription
- Full digital edition mirrors the print newspaper content (local news, editorials, obituaries, job openings, ads, etc.)
- Cheaper than the print edition (digital edition priced lower; example: 14 pesos vs 20 pesos per issue)
- Offline reading once downloaded (content available offline for commuting or offline use)
- No obligation to continue after the trial and overall value proposition for some users

### Cons

- Stability issues after updates (crashes, won’t start, sign-in problems)
- Downloading/catalog issues (downloading catalog stalls or does not complete)
- Perceived high subscription price/poor value (many say $9.99/month is too expensive)
- Limited sharing options (only Facebook, Twitter, and email; lack of broader sharing/open-in-browser)
- Mixed reception on value/consumers feel it’s not worth the cost or is deceptive about being free beyond download

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