Features & Capabilities

Mankato Free Press for Chrome brings local news, sports, photos, and videos to your browser. Download daily editions for offline reading, view articles as printed, and stay updated with breaking news and weather.

Features include offline access, horizontal or vertical page viewing, easy sharing to social networks, and quick access to classifieds and local shopping.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
CNHI LLC
Rating:
4.50
(137)
Version:
3.19.24 Last updated: 2026-04-16
Version code:
882741499
Creation date:
2011-04-08
Compatible devices:
Size:
36.31MB
URLs:
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Full description:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-05
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Other platforms

Android
Mankato Free Press (v3.32.05)
9,496 3.91 (110)

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Developed by:
CNHI LLC
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mankato-free-press/id429744440

User Reviews

Reviewers consistently praise the Mankato Free Press app for strong local coverage and easy access via an e-edition that mirrors print. However, multiple reviews report issues with login credentials, app stability, and paywall restrictions, and some dislike flashing ads. Overall, the app is valued for dependable local news access and portability, with clear opportunities to improve authentication, stability, and the subscription experience.
Pros
  • High-quality local reporting and coverage praised as superior to larger papers.
  • Easy to navigate, user-friendly app/website with reliable performance.
  • Digital formats including an e-edition that mirrors the print version and preserves layout.
  • Convenient access anytime and while traveling, reducing clutter and paper usage.
Cons
  • Login/authentication friction, frequent sign-in requirements and password management issues.
  • Crashes and reliability problems, including stories not loading and slow performance after updates.
  • Paywall and subscription barriers, such as limited free articles and gated content.
  • Ads and UI clutter, including flashing ads that make reading harder.
Recent reviews
I am consistently impressed by the quality of reporting and coverage of this paper. It is superior to many of the much larger circulation newspapers based on my experience
by Le*****, 2026-03-12

Great website. Easy to navigate.
by Ma*****, 2026-02-12

Need to check obituaries to make sure I am not listed!
by to*****, 2026-01-14
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