#14in News ReadingInshorts
What is Inshorts?
Inshorts is a News app that presents current stories from national and international sources as summaries of 60 words or less. The listing says it covers topics such as government policy, stock markets, and entertainment, and that it is available in English and Hindi. Users can tap a summary to read the original full story.
Pricing. Inshorts is free, with no in-app purchases on the App Store.
Good for
- Keeping up with current affairs in a few minutes a day
- Following cricket scores and match news alongside general news
- Preparing for competitive exams such as UPSC, CAT, XAT, and government job.
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Why this app is in A tier
Inshorts scores 86 out of 100: rating 90, rating count 77, App Store search rank 75, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and A tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.
Description
Inshorts is India’s highest-rated news app that brings you the latest and best stories from national and international sources, all summarized in just 60 words or less. Stay informed without the clutter: no opinions, no extra noise, only facts that matter. Whether it’s government policies, stock market updates, or the latest Bollywood gossip, Inshorts keeps you updated in seconds. Now available in English and Hindi. Now browse multiple features with ease. My Feed Short, crisp, and personalized news updates. Browse bite-sized 60-word news summaries for quick updates Tap anytime to read the original full story Get a feed of stories, videos and updates tailored to your interests Finance Feed Get latest Finance and Business news See live stock prices as you read news Track the latest market insights, top gainers/losers, and company updates Build your own watchlist for personalized tracking Daily Ritual Get a curated set of the most important stories every day, all in one place Build and track your daily news-reading habit with a simple, consistent routine Timelines Follow major news stories as they unfold, step by step Get the full context with all updates on a topic in one chrono
Compare in News Reading
| Measure | Inshorts |  NewsBreak |  AI News & Trends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier | A | A | A |
| Score | 86 / 100 | 87 / 100 | 85 / 100 |
| Rating | 4.5 ★ | 4.8 ★ | 5.0 ★ |
| Ratings | 3.0K | 1.4M | 6 |
| Latest ratings · 180d | — | 3.8 ★ · 20 reviews | — |
| Last update | 12d ago | 3d ago | 61d ago |
| Price | Free | Free + IAP | Free download |
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Questions about Inshorts
Is Inshorts free to use?
The App Store listing shows the app as free to download and lists no in-app purchases. The listing does not describe any paid subscription.
Can I read stories without an internet connection?
Yes. Saved stories can be accessed offline, and the app needs storage access to keep images for offline reading.
What permissions does the app request?
The app requests storage access to save images and a Device ID to identify and solve technical issues. It states the app does not make calls or send messages.
Is Inshorts free?
Yes. Inshorts is free on the App Store, with no in-app purchases.
What is Inshorts good for?
Inshorts is built for keeping up with current affairs in a few minutes a day, following cricket scores and match news alongside general news, preparing for competitive exams such as UPSC, CAT, XAT, and government job.. It sits in the news reading list on AppTierList.
Is Inshorts worth it?
Inshorts is A tier, ranked #14 of 40 news reading apps with a score of 86 out of 100, from a 4.5 App Store rating across 3,048 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 13 apps rank above it.
How does Inshorts compare to NewsBreak?
Inshorts is A tier at 86; NewsBreak is A tier at 87. NewsBreak ranks higher. Inshorts is free, with no in-app purchases, NewsBreak is free to download, with in-app purchases.
How often is Inshorts updated?
Inshorts was updated 12 days ago, which counts in its favour.
All the facts
- List
- News Reading
- Tier
- A (Excellent)
- Score
- 86 / 100
- Rank in list
- #14 of 40
- Ranking certainty
- settled
- Price
- Free
- App Store rating
- 4.5 out of 5
- Number of ratings
- 3,048
- Current version
- (12 days ago)
- App Store data read
- App Store category
- News
- Good for
- Keeping up with current affairs in a few minutes a day, Following cricket scores and match news alongside general news, Preparing for competitive exams such as UPSC, CAT, XAT, and government job.
- Requires
- iOS 17.0 or later
- Size
- 142 MB
- Age rating
- 4+
- Languages
- 9
- Developer pages
- Website · Support · Privacy policy
- Maker
- unclaimed
- As data
- JSON · why it ranks here
Ranking refreshed · how it is computed