Features & Capabilities

A fast, terminal-style Hacker News client with offline caching, threaded discussions, search, bookmarks, and premium tools for voting, replying, posting, and RSS.

command_line is a fast, terminal-style Hacker News client built for readers who want speed, focus, and real participation.

Browse top stories, new stories, best stories, Ask HN, Show HN, jobs, polls, profiles, and full discussion threads in a clean mobile experience designed to feel quick, dense, and intentional.

Unlike many read-only Hacker News apps, command_line is built for both reading and doing. Free users can browse and read comfortably, while premium unlocks account-based actions and power-user tools.

FREE FEATURES

• Read Hacker News with a fast, terminal-inspired interface • Browse Top, New, Best, Ask HN, Show HN, Jobs, and Polls • Open full story discussions with threaded comments • Search Hacker News stories and discussions • Save stories with bookmarks for later • Use offline-friendly caching for faster repeat visits • View user profiles and activity • Enjoy a focused dark interface designed for mobile reading

PREMIUM FEATURES

• Sign in to your Hacker News account • Upvote stories and comments • Reply to discussions • Submit posts • Manage your account session from the app • Access RSS tools and advanced power-user features

WHY command_line

Most Hacker News clients feel outdated, slow, or limited. command_line was rebuilt to feel fast on every revisit, not just the first load. It combines quick browsing, cached reading, dense threaded discussions, and a terminal-style design that stands out from generic news apps.

Whether you just want a better way to read Hacker News on mobile or a premium tool for participating in the community, command_line is built to help you move through the news quickly and stay close to the conversation.

SUBSCRIPTION / PURCHASE INFO

Premium is available as an optional monthly, yearly, or lifetime upgrade. Reading remains free. Premium unlocks account actions and advanced features such as sign-in, voting, replying, posting, and RSS tools.

Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Daniel Shaw
Rating:
5.00
(2)
5.00
Version:
1.1.0 Last updated: 2026-03-18
Version code:
883328483
Creation date:
2023-10-10
Compatible devices:
Size:
38.92MB
URLs:
Privacy policy
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-09
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Developed by:
Daniel Shaw
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/command-line/id6468368351

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