# Dwell Magazine

> Magazines & Newspapers

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id734283184](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id734283184)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id734283184`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Ziff Davis
- **Category:** Magazines & Newspapers
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (906 ratings)
- **Version:** 10.2.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-30
- **First published:** 2013-11-13
- **Size:** 96 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dwell-magazine/id734283184)
- **Website:** [http://www.dwell.com](http://www.dwell.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.dwell.com](http://www.dwell.com/)

## Description

Dwell Magazine is the leading publication for modern architecture and home design. It tells stories of forward-looking homes and the people who live in them, championing design that improves everyday life.

The Dwell app is free to download and lets you buy digital issues for USD 9.99 each or subscribe for a year to receive 6 issues for USD 19.99. Subscribers to Dwell+ or Dwell All Access on dwell.com receive complimentary access to the app in addition to website subscriber content. If you subscribe in the Dwell app, note that app subscriptions do not include access to website subscriber-only content, subscriptions auto-renew unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the period, renewal charges occur within 24 hours prior to the end of the period for the same duration and rate, and you can manage auto-renewal in Account Settings. Your subscription will begin with the current issue, even if that issue has been purchased separately. Payment is charged to your iTunes account on confirmation.

## Rankings

- #59,118 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviewers largely praise Dwell Magazine for its high-quality, inspirational content and an aesthetically pleasing reading experience. However, repeated issues with login and subscription syncing, lack of alignment with existing print/web subscriptions, problematic navigation, and weak customer support dominate the feedback. A minority view the app as a useful resource with potential, but concerns about legitimacy and connection to official Dwell offerings persist. Overall, content is strong; app reliability and account syncing require major improvements.

### Pros

- High-quality, diverse, and inspirational content.
- Aesthetically pleasing design and a pleasant reading experience, including the appeal of print editions.
- The magazine's content is a valuable resource for readers interested in design.

### Cons

- Login and subscription syncing issues, including 'something went wrong' errors and inability to access subscriptions.
- The app is not properly linked to existing print/web subscriptions, often forcing in-app purchases for content already owned.
- Buggy interface and navigation problems (poor UI, broken links, back button returning to the issue selection screen).
- Poor or unresponsive customer support, with outsourced help and delayed or canned responses.
- Questions about legitimacy or alignment with Dwell's official offerings (app not clearly connected to Dwell.com; potential confusion about pricing and subscriptions).

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