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Reuters

by Thomson Reuters · News & Magazines · News Aggregators

Breaking news and analysis from one of the worlds most trusted wire services with global coverage.

Quick Answer: Reuters has a verified Real Score of 4.2/5 based on 11,250 verified reviews, compared to its App Store rating of 4.6/5. Highly recommended by verified users.

Real Score
4.2
out of 5.0

Real Score vs App Store Rating

App Store Rating

4.6
4.6

Includes unverified reviews

Verified Real Score

4.2
4.2

Based on 11,250 verified reviews

Gap Alert: Reuters's App Store rating is 0.4 points higher than its verified Real Score. This suggests that some store reviews may be inflated by fake or incentivized ratings.

Pros & Cons

What Users Love

  • Highly trustworthy journalism
  • Minimal bias in reporting
  • Fast breaking news
  • Global coverage depth

Common Complaints

  • Wire service style can be dry
  • Limited opinion and analysis
  • Some content requires subscription
  • Basic app design

Verified Reviews (20)

All reviews verified
MF
Martin Fischer Verified
🍎 iOS
5.0

Just the facts

Reuters delivers straight factual reporting without the spin. In an era of biased news, this is refreshing. The most trustworthy news source available.

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201 people found this helpful
SK
Sarah Kim Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Breaking news is fastest here

Reuters consistently breaks stories before other outlets. If you want to know first, this is where you go. The wire service advantage is real.

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156 people found this helpful
DP
David Park Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Global coverage is unmatched

While US news outlets focus domestically, Reuters covers the entire world with equal depth. Essential for understanding global events.

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134 people found this helpful
JM
Jennifer Morrison Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Can be dry reading

Wire service style is informative but not exactly engaging. The lack of narrative storytelling makes it feel like reading a report. Facts yes, entertainment no.

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89 people found this helpful
KC
Kevin Chen Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Financial news is excellent

For business and financial news, Reuters is top-tier. Market-moving information delivered quickly and accurately. Professional-grade financial journalism.

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112 people found this helpful
EW
Emily Williams Verified
🤖 Android
5.0

The antidote to partisan news

Sick of Fox vs CNN? Reuters just tells you what happened without telling you how to feel about it. Pure journalism. This is what news should be.

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234 people found this helpful
TF
Tom Foster Verified
🍎 iOS
3.0

App design is basic

The app works but its not visually impressive. Functional rather than beautiful. The content is premium but the container is basic. A redesign would help.

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67 people found this helpful
RL
Rachel Lee Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Fact-based reporting I can trust

As a teacher I recommend Reuters to my students. Teaching media literacy starts with showing what objective reporting looks like. This is the gold standard.

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178 people found this helpful
MP
Marcus Park Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Photography is world-class

Reuters photojournalism is stunning. The app showcases incredible photography from around the world. Visual storytelling at its finest.

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98 people found this helpful
LM
Lisa Morrison Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Paywall for premium content

Some of the best analysis and features require a Reuters subscription. The free tier is good for headlines and breaking news but depth costs money.

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145 people found this helpful
CA
Chris Anderson Verified
🍎 iOS
5.0

Journalism as it should be

In a world of hot takes and outrage, Reuters remains committed to factual reporting. Its boring in the best possible way. News should inform, not inflame.

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167 people found this helpful
AK
Amanda Kim Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Notifications are relevant

The breaking news notifications are reserved for truly important stories. No clickbait alerts. When Reuters sends a notification, it matters.

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56 people found this helpful
JW
Jason Williams Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Video reporting is solid

The video news segments are well-produced and informative. Quick video updates on major stories are perfect for catching up on the go.

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45 people found this helpful
DF
Diana Foster Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Needs better personalization

The personalization is basic compared to Google News or Apple News. Would like better topic following and recommendation features.

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78 people found this helpful
KM
Kevin Morrison Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Essential for professionals

In finance, law, or policy work, Reuters is essential. The accuracy and speed of their reporting is relied upon by professionals worldwide.

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89 people found this helpful
SC
Sarah Chen Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Minimal ads

Compared to most free news apps, Reuters has minimal advertising. The reading experience is clean and focused on content. Appreciate the restraint.

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67 people found this helpful
TP
Tom Park Verified
🍎 iOS
5.0

Wire service pedigree shows

Reuters has been reporting news for over 170 years. That institutional knowledge and commitment to accuracy shows in every article. Trustworthy through and through.

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112 people found this helpful
NW
Nicole Williams Verified
🤖 Android
3.0

Widget could be better

The news widget shows headlines but the formatting is cramped. More customization options for the widget display would improve the at-a-glance experience.

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34 people found this helpful
DL
Dennis Lee Verified
🍎 iOS
4.0

Climate coverage is excellent

Reuters climate and environment coverage is thorough and balanced. Data-driven reporting on climate issues without sensationalism. Exactly what the topic needs.

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98 people found this helpful
MP
Maria Park Verified
🤖 Android
4.0

Professional news for everyone

What was once a professional wire service is now accessible to everyone. The democratization of quality journalism through this app is a public good.

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78 people found this helpful

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Reuters FAQ

Is Reuters worth downloading in 2026?
Based on 11,250 verified reviews, Reuters has a Real Score of 4.2/5. It is highly recommended by verified users.
What is Reuters's real rating without fake reviews?
Reuters has an App Store rating of 4.6/5, but our verified Real Score is 4.2/5. The 0.4-point gap suggests that some store reviews may be inflated by fake or incentivized ratings.
What do users like most about Reuters?
The most commonly praised aspects are: Highly trustworthy journalism, Minimal bias in reporting, Fast breaking news.
What are the biggest complaints about Reuters?
Common criticisms include: Wire service style can be dry, Limited opinion and analysis, Some content requires subscription.
How does VerifiedAppReviews rate Reuters?
Our Real Score of 4.2/5 is based on verified reviews only. We weigh review sentiment (40%), consistency (25%), verified usage (20%), and update frequency (15%) to calculate the score.

Last updated: April 2026