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USA TODAY · News · United States store
#32 GROSSING · NEWS
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Revenue a month, worldwide EST
$165.1K
Likely $55K to $495.3K
▲ 569.0% in 11 days
New ratings
+3
in 1 days, 248.8K in total
Rating
4.5 of 5
241.7K ratings in this store
Countries it ranks in
12
was 12 on Oct 16, 2026

Revenue

Estimated from the grossing charts of Oct 21, 2026 in the 53 countries we track, and ratings growth on the App Store.

EST. REVENUE / YEAR · WORLDWIDE
$2M
Both stores combined. Small app estimate, so no split per store
EST. LIFETIME DOWNLOADS
8.5M to 24.2M
Estimated from ratings count
WHERE IT EARNS · EST. / MONTH
  • United States #34 News (iOS), #30 News & Magazines (Play)$110.8K · 67%
  • Japan #49 News (iOS)$24.9K · 15%
  • Singapore #76 News & Magazines (Play)$9K · 5%
  • Saudi Arabia #51 News (iOS), #76 News & Magazines (Play)$5.3K · 3%
  • South Africa #77 News & Magazines (Play)$4.3K · 3%
  • Mexico #33 News (iOS), #79 News & Magazines (Play)$1.9K · 1%
  • India #75 News & Magazines (Play)$1.5K · 1%
  • Thailand #85 News (iOS), #76 News & Magazines (Play)$1K · 1%
19 more countries
  • Indonesia #79 News (iOS), #76 News & Magazines (Play)$976 · 1%
  • Turkey #76 News & Magazines (Play)$950 · 1%
  • Hong Kong #75 News & Magazines (Play)$808 · 0%
  • Nigeria #67 News (iOS), #76 News & Magazines (Play)$640 · 0%
  • Vietnam #83 News (iOS), #76 News & Magazines (Play)$384 · 0%
  • UAE #76 News & Magazines (Play)$334 · 0%
  • Pakistan #76 News & Magazines (Play)$317 · 0%
  • Philippines #76 News & Magazines (Play)$247 · 0%
  • Argentina #76 News & Magazines (Play)$245 · 0%
  • New Zealand #78 News & Magazines (Play)$242 · 0%
  • Colombia #61 News (iOS), #76 News & Magazines (Play)$239 · 0%
  • Kuwait #76 News & Magazines (Play)$185 · 0%
  • Israel #77 News & Magazines (Play)$176 · 0%
  • Bangladesh #76 News & Magazines (Play)$134 · 0%
  • Egypt #76 News & Magazines (Play)$111 · 0%
  • Chile #76 News & Magazines (Play)$109 · 0%
  • Ukraine #75 News & Magazines (Play)$91 · 0%
  • Qatar #76 News & Magazines (Play)$75 · 0%
  • Kazakhstan #74 News & Magazines (Play)$56 · 0%
HOW SURE ARE WE
Small app: combines its grossing ranks with ratings growth (1379 new ratings a month on average since launch). Tested on 418 apps with verified revenue: typically off by about 2.6 times, so the range is wide. Countries we don't track (and Google Play in China, which doesn't exist) aren't included, and neither are ads or web payments. Gross revenue before store fees.
RATINGS
241.7K
AVG RATING
4.50
PRICE
Free
AGE
14.7y
LAST UPDATE
3d ago
VERSION
8.14.0
SIZE
194 MB
AGE RATING
12+

Last 30 days

From our daily snapshots of every grossing chart and daily ratings counts.

DAYS IN A GROSSING CHART
30 / 30
COUNTRIES NOW
13 (was 7)
NEW RATINGS, LAST 1 DAYS
+3
EST. REVENUE A MONTH, DAILY · BOTH STORES EST
Show daily values
Sep 24, 2026$869.8K a month
Sep 25, 2026$834.4K a month
Sep 26, 2026$758.9K a month
Sep 27, 2026$685.1K a month
Sep 28, 2026$155K a month
Sep 29, 2026$155.4K a month
Sep 30, 2026$155.4K a month
Oct 1, 2026$162.3K a month
Oct 2, 2026$156K a month
Oct 3, 2026$156K a month
Oct 4, 2026$156K a month
Oct 5, 2026$156K a month
Oct 6, 2026$155.1K a month
Oct 7, 2026$155.1K a month
Oct 8, 2026$155K a month
Oct 9, 2026$154.9K a month
Oct 10, 2026$155K a month
Oct 11, 2026$155.7K a month
Oct 12, 2026$155.7K a month
Oct 13, 2026$843.8K a month
Oct 14, 2026$874.3K a month
Oct 15, 2026$504.2K a month
Oct 16, 2026$625.9K a month
Oct 17, 2026$532.8K a month
Oct 18, 2026$420.5K a month
Oct 19, 2026$488.6K a month
Oct 20, 2026$530.1K a month
Oct 21, 2026$1M a month
Oct 22, 2026not in a grossing chart
Oct 23, 2026not in a grossing chart
The same estimate as the headline, saved every day. Best rank Sep 24, 2026: #32 News · US. Now: #11 News · VN.
RATINGS IN THE CORE COUNTRIES, DAILY
Show daily values
Oct 22, 2026248.8K ratings
Oct 23, 2026248.8K ratings
248.8K on Oct 22, 2026, 248.8K on Oct 23, 2026. New ratings track new downloads, even outside the charts.

Money and momentum

Measured from the store, not estimated.

WHAT IT CHARGES
9 purchases listed
  • USA TODAY Premium$14.99
  • USA TODAY Ad-Free Monthly$22.99
  • USA TODAY Premium Plus Ad-Free$22.99
  • USA TODAY Puzzles$4.99
  • Unlimited Digital Access$9.99
  • USA TODAY Premium Annual$89.00
  • USA TODAY Premium Monthly +$4.99
  • USA TODAY Premium Plus Ad-Free$169.00
Top in-app purchases as listed on the App Store, in local prices.
REVIEW MOMENTUM
5.8 reviews / week
  • Trendfalling
  • Recent reviews average3.0 stars
  • Recent 1 and 2 star share46%
From the latest 500 written reviews, covering 600 days. The store only returns this many, so this is the most recent slice.
RELEASE CADENCE
4 updates in 90 days
  • Typical gap between releases21 days
From the last 25 versions listed on the App Store.
RATING BREAKDOWN
241.7K ratings
5★70%
4★20%
3★5%
2★1%
1★4%

What users want

From the latest 500 reviews on the United States App Store, Mar 2, 2025 to Oct 19, 2026: 46% are 1 or 2 stars. Open a theme to read what people wrote.

WHAT THEY COMPLAIN ABOUT · SHARE OF BAD REVIEWS
Price and subscription26%

59 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ If all the sections become like the new entertainment section, I will be canceling my subscription I've had for 40 years.
★★★★★ One of the ads is from a “Japanese” knife scam - actually low quality made in China.
★★★★★ Paid Version Shows Ads - That is Complete BS - App Keeps Needlessly Charging for Worse - Fix it - you have to reset it 3 or 4 times on PAID version to finally get ads to disappear.
Too many ads16%

36 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ If there was a way to report them to Apple I would. You'll be in the middle of reading an article and all of a sudden they open Walmart or Amazon or some other app on an ad. Not even touching the screen. They just…
★★★★★ I pay for the ad-free version and my account says that is in effect but I had four pop-up vid ads just trying to read the news just now.
★★★★★ One of the ads is from a “Japanese” knife scam - actually low quality made in China.
Worse after an update14%

32 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ Issue is that does not update pages
★★★★★ If all the sections become like the new entertainment section, I will be canceling my subscription I've had for 40 years. Want to turn yourself into a cheap click bait navigation garbage. So be it. Congrats. You will…
★★★★★ *The August 2017 update is absolutely horrible.
Bugs, things not working13%

30 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ I can't rate something I can't even try! The app won't open.
★★★★★ It used to work 3 weeks ago, it does not now. Reinstalled same behavior Issue is that does not update pages
★★★★★ Doesn't work well on iPhone
Crashes and freezes6%

15 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ Latest update crashes and won't open
★★★★★ However after the last update it literally won't load while keeping it on the page to close it and then come back a little while later and then it's loaded.
★★★★★ Lately, the app has been crashing a lot.
Lost data, sync, backup4%

9 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ Even deleted it and reinstalled it with no luck.
★★★★★ The ability to personalize the sports section was removed for a while now (maybe a year?), but that hadn't worked as intended for a couple years (it would lose the personalization and revert to standard every time).
★★★★★ The app recognizes me but asks to restore purchases.
Login and account problems3%

8 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ I pay for the ad-free version and my account says that is in effect but I had four pop-up vid ads just trying to read the news just now.
★★★★★ I have just tried to look up my account information and realize that there are roadblocks all along the way.
★★★★★ 'going round' round with endless ads and/l login loops and 1 pay for this!
Limits, credits, locked features3%

7 of the 1 and 2 star reviews.

★★★★★ This just shows up on my credit card for three months now how did I subscribe?
★★★★★ Also, it limits me on crossword puzzles per week even though I have a subscription that promised unlimited crosswords.
★★★★★ About once a year I get locked out saying this section is for subscribers only.
WHAT THEY ASK FOR
  • I realize newspapers like USA Today run on very tight budgets snd need ad revenue, but it is a disservice to their subscribers to run advertisement which, when looked into closer, appear to be scams. 1★, Mar 11, 2026
  • Would love to see a written format for informational videos. 5★, Dec 29, 2025
  • I wish I could give zero stars 1★, Sep 5, 2025
  • Don't like new layout, please bring back old layout 1★, Jul 25, 2025
  • Also more uplifting and positive news would be great, even though this news outlet is one that does this more so than some others. 5★, Jul 17, 2025
  • Their app needs a lot of work. 2★, Jun 20, 2025
  • I need an uninterrupted reading experience. 2★, May 28, 2025
  • Please bring back the pictures of the day. 5★, Mar 29, 2025
WORDS THAT KEEP COMING UP IN BAD REVIEWS
new format20pop ups12ad free9go back8new layout7free subscription5new look5reading an article4other news4format the new4bold new4hate the new5
WHAT THEY LOVE · SHARE OF GOOD REVIEWS
Fun, addictive14%

34 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ I always enjoy USA today, it has a little of everything.
★★★★★ I enjoyed the print edition of the newspaper on the print edition app which I no longer can find.
★★★★★ I've enjoyed USA Today for over three decades, when traveling I could count on there being a paper most every where I went.
Easy to use11%

26 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ They offer more than most and I find their site easy to use.
★★★★★ E paper is easy to use; plus we get weekend information
★★★★★ love the simplicity and functionality of this app very easy to use and customize ur reading experience
Fast4%

10 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ I enjoy the quick coverage of national events and early morning crossword puzzle.
★★★★★ I read very fast and don't want to take the time to follow an information video.
★★★★★ I enjoy the USA Today app because it is quick access to the latest news.
Accurate, great results3%

7 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ App works well, wish I could change the look to the older view.
★★★★★ USA Today is noted for its accurate, factual, and unbiased reporting.
★★★★★ I find USA today to be very equally balanced and providing news that is accurate and timely.
Useful, it helps2%

4 of the 4 and 5 star reviews.

★★★★★ I got this because I want to check the news and be able to SEE the news in an app. There's no complicated membership requirement forced on me. So I appreciate this is available. 👍🏽
★★★★★ Compact and fair coverage of today's events. Especially enjoy the state-by-state headlnes
★★★★★ In our current news environment a newspaper is usually too lumbering to be a useful source of “news”.

Found by matching words and phrases in the reviews, not read by a person. A review can count toward more than one theme.

What users say

Latest reviews, United States App Store.

★★★★★Oct 19, 2026
Poor world coverage

Why is there no information on France in flames

★★★★★Oct 19, 2026
The news app I keep coming back to

Just the right mix of information for me

★★★★★Oct 18, 2026
Doesn't work

I can't rate something I can't even try! The app won't open.

★★★★★Oct 18, 2026
Poor

You can’t read an article without a hyper link taking you to 2 different apps. Ridiculous

★★★★★Oct 11, 2026
First Go To for News

I always depend on USA Today as my first go to for news. They offer more than most and I find their site easy to use.

★★★★★Oct 9, 2026
Great news paper

I always enjoy USA today, it has a little of everything.

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Growth research

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Meta Ad Library ↗Active Facebook and Instagram adsTikTok Creative Center ↗Top performing TikTok adsTikTok creators ↗Organic videos mentioning the appInstagram ↗Reels and posts under its hashtagYouTube ↗Reviews, tutorials and ShortsDeveloper site ↗Landing page and pricing

ASO keywords

Most repeated terms in the listing. Highlighted ones also appear in the title.

news7usa today5breaking news3award winning3access local3usa3today3access3information3usatoday3money2sports2entertainment2breaking2personalized2coverage2award2winning2features2point2local2keep2feed2favorite2

What's new in 8.14.0

• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.

Released Mar 1, 2012. Current version shipped Oct 20, 2026.

Store description

The USA TODAY news app gets you to the heart of the matter — fast. Whether it's money, sports, entertainment, or breaking news, get succinct, personalized coverage along with award-winning videos, captivating photography, and interactive user features. The point is — get major news coverage all in a compact device that fits right in the palm of your hand. APP FEATURES • National and breaking news, including access to 200+ local publications. • News to the point: Easily keep up with news, sports, money, entertainment, health, and more with quick reads. • A personalized feed: Pick your favorite subjects in My Topics and receive a curated feed on the For You page. • eNewspaper: Just like our print edition but accessible on your mobile devices. And access to 200+ local eNewspapers. • Puzzles: Play Crossword, QuickCross, and Sudoku (tablet only) to keep your mind sharp. • Award-winning podcasts: Listen to your favorite USA TODAY NETWORK podcasts on demand. • Stay up-to-date with election news, analysis, and results. Subscription Information: • The USA TODAY app is free to download and all users can access a sampling of free articles every month. • Subscriptions are charged to your account at confirmation of purchase and automatically renew each month or year, unless turned off in your account settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. See "Subscription Support" in the app's Settings for more details and customer service contact information.  More Information: • Privacy Policy: https://cm.usatoday.com/privacy/ • Terms of Service:  https://cm.usatoday.com/terms/ • Questions or comments? Visit  http://www.usatoday.com/mobile-apps or email: mobilesupport@usatodayco.com

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