FT Digital Edition: iPhone vs Android
FT Digital Edition gets 500+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, September 2026, rounded down to a band).
FT Digital Edition by Financial Times Ltd. is on both the App Store and Google Play. Here are both versions together: downloads, users, revenue, ratings and chart positions, store by store with totals.
Rating
4.3 ★
243 ratings, both stores
Measured
Best rank now
#38
iPhone · 
News Grossing
News GrossingMeasured
App Store
App details
App ID
6449040684
Publisher
FINANCIAL TIMES LIMITED(THE)
Publisher country
United Kingdom
Content rating
4+
Google Play
App details
App ID
com.ft.ftepaper.android
Publisher
FINANCIAL TIMES LIMITED(THE)
Publisher country
United Kingdom
Content rating
Everyone
FT Digital Edition downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone | 100+ | 500k+ |
| Google Play | 100+ | 50k+ Measured |
| Total | 500+ Confidence | 500k+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
iPhone: chart positions and rating growth per country, anchored on its own Android downloads; lifetime from ratings worldwide × installs per rating. Google Play: the daily change in its exact install count. The total adds every store.
Where FT Digital Edition's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Stickiness (DAU / MAU)
how many monthly users open it on a given day
Retention · share of new users still active
Day 1
Day 7
Day 30
Time spent · per daily user
Average time spent Pro
min a day
Sessions a day Pro
Time per session Pro
min
How this is calculated
Monthly users come from lifetime installs across every store, fitted on monthly active user figures companies publish; daily users = monthly × the typical daily/monthly ratio for the category. Confidence is the chance the real number is within half to double ours.
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend before Apple and Google take their fee.
| Store | Per day | Per month | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | |||
| Google Play | |||
| Total | Confidence | 100% |
Business model: In-app purchase-led
How FT Digital Edition makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
In-app purchases
One-off purchases
/mo
of revenue
Where it ranks now
Both stores, across every country we track.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 4.6 ★ | 109 |
| Google Play | 4.0 ★ | 134 12 written reviews |
| Both stores | 4.3 ★ weighted by ratings | 243 |
About FT Digital Edition
Your daily Financial Times newspaper, delivered to your device when it goes to print. Now with search to quickly find and save articles across editions.
WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT FROM THE FT APP
• View global print editions editions in 3 reading modes
• Editor-curated news in a classic newspaper layout
• Exclusive digital access to FT magazines normally available only in print
• Translate articles into 30+ languages
• Access previous editions of the newspaper dating back 15 years
APP FEATURES:
• Search for and save articles across editions
• Listen to articles with AI audio
• Download editions to read offline
• Set alerts to stay ahead of the day's news
• Change the font size for easier reading
EXCLUSIVE MAGAZINES INCLUDE:
• HTSI (formerly ‘How To Spend It’): The FT's weekly, multi-award-winning luxury lifestyle magazine covering fashion, design, and the arts
• FT Weekend Magazine: A supplement to the weekend edition of the Financial Times, featuring long-form journalism, investigations, photography, and international reporting
• FT Wealth: Insights into wealth management and luxury living
• The Art of Fashion: A special edition exploring the intersection of art and fashion
• Business Education: Insights into executive education, MBA programs, and leadership development
READING MODES
• Headline view for quick browsing
• Article view optimized for reading
• Replica view to enjoy the full newspaper layout
IS FT DIGITAL EDITION FOR YOU?
Whether you're navigating global markets, exploring culture, or seeking fresh perspectives, the FT Digital Edition delivers expert, independent journalism you can trust.
From Wall Street to Hong Kong, FT covers markets, politics, technology, climate policy, and industry-leading social research. Track economic shifts, follow business trends, and explore cultural movements with FT’s analysis and expertise.
With reporting from over 50 countries, translation available in 30+ languages, and exclusive magazine content—including HTSI, FT Weekend Magazine, and FT Wealth—the FT Digital Edition is for those who think critically about the world. Whether you're planning your next trip to a cultural capital, deepening your understanding of global finance, or seeking fresh literary and lifestyle insights, stay engaged, informed, and inspired with FT.
FINANCIAL TIMES ADVANTAGE:
• Accurate, independent, and insightful journalism since 1888
• Unbiased reporting: expert commentary and analysis on business, politics, economics, finance, and more
• Coverage across arts, real estate, fashion, food, books, technology, and beyond
WHAT DOES IT COST?
The FT Digital Edition offers comprehensive coverage and great value. Monthly pricing starts from $12.99, with discounts available for longer terms.
Subscribe via the app or at https://www.ft.com/todaysnewspaper
Terms and conditions apply. Read them at ft.com/terms
We respect your privacy. Read our privacy policy at ft.com/privacy
WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT FROM THE FT APP
• View global print editions editions in 3 reading modes
• Editor-curated news in a classic newspaper layout
• Exclusive digital access to FT magazines normally available only in print
• Translate articles into 30+ languages
• Access previous editions of the newspaper dating back 15 years
APP FEATURES:
• Search for and save articles across editions
• Listen to articles with AI audio
• Download editions to read offline
• Set alerts to stay ahead of the day's news
• Change the font size for easier reading
EXCLUSIVE MAGAZINES INCLUDE:
• HTSI (formerly ‘How To Spend It’): The FT's weekly, multi-award-winning luxury lifestyle magazine covering fashion, design, and the arts
• FT Weekend Magazine: A supplement to the weekend edition of the Financial Times, featuring long-form journalism, investigations, photography, and international reporting
• FT Wealth: Insights into wealth management and luxury living
• The Art of Fashion: A special edition exploring the intersection of art and fashion
• Business Education: Insights into executive education, MBA programs, and leadership development
READING MODES
• Headline view for quick browsing
• Article view optimized for reading
• Replica view to enjoy the full newspaper layout
IS FT DIGITAL EDITION FOR YOU?
Whether you're navigating global markets, exploring culture, or seeking fresh perspectives, the FT Digital Edition delivers expert, independent journalism you can trust.
From Wall Street to Hong Kong, FT covers markets, politics, technology, climate policy, and industry-leading social research. Track economic shifts, follow business trends, and explore cultural movements with FT’s analysis and expertise.
With reporting from over 50 countries, translation available in 30+ languages, and exclusive magazine content—including HTSI, FT Weekend Magazine, and FT Wealth—the FT Digital Edition is for those who think critically about the world. Whether you're planning your next trip to a cultural capital, deepening your understanding of global finance, or seeking fresh literary and lifestyle insights, stay engaged, informed, and inspired with FT.
FINANCIAL TIMES ADVANTAGE:
• Accurate, independent, and insightful journalism since 1888
• Unbiased reporting: expert commentary and analysis on business, politics, economics, finance, and more
• Coverage across arts, real estate, fashion, food, books, technology, and beyond
WHAT DOES IT COST?
The FT Digital Edition offers comprehensive coverage and great value. Monthly pricing starts from $12.99, with discounts available for longer terms.
Subscribe via the app or at https://www.ft.com/todaysnewspaper
Terms and conditions apply. Read them at ft.com/terms
We respect your privacy. Read our privacy policy at ft.com/privacy
FT Digital Edition iPhone
FT Digital Edition gets 500+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, September 2026, rounded down to a band).
FT Digital Edition is #43 in News Grossing in United Kingdom and charting in 7 of 24 countries we track.
Updated 27 Sep 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
DeveloperFinancial Times Ltd.
CategoryNews
PriceFree
Released
Rating★ 4.6 (109)
Version8.3
Age rating4+
First seen by us
24 Sep 2026
24 Sep 2026Installs (est.)500k+ worldwide
Rating
4.6 ★
109 ratings
Measured
Best rank now
#43
News GrossingMeasured
FT Digital Edition on the App Store
App details
App ID
6449040684
Publisher
FINANCIAL TIMES LIMITED(THE)
Publisher country
United Kingdom
Content rating
4+
FT Digital Edition downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Apple publishes no download counts. iPhone downloads come from chart positions and daily rating growth per country, calibrated on Google Play install counts; lifetime installs from ratings worldwide × installs per rating. Confidence is the chance the real number is within half to double ours.
Where FT Digital Edition's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Stickiness (DAU / MAU)
how many monthly users open it on a given day
Retention · share of new users still active
Day 1
Day 7
Day 30
Time spent · per daily user
Average time spent Pro
min a day
Sessions a day Pro
Time per session Pro
min
How this is calculated
Monthly users come from lifetime installs across every store, fitted on monthly active user figures companies publish; daily users = monthly × the typical daily/monthly ratio for the category. Confidence is the chance the real number is within half to double ours.
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend in FT Digital Edition before Apple and Google take their fee.
How this is calculated
Not in an overall Top Grossing chart, only in category charts: each category position is converted to the overall position it corresponds to, then priced on the same rank-to-revenue curve, inside the part of each market the charted apps leave over.
Business model: In-app purchase-led
How FT Digital Edition makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
In-app purchases
One-off purchases
/mo
of revenue
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 24 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | NewsGrossing | #43 |
| Japan | NewsGrossing | #83 |
| United Kingdom | NewsFree | #59 |
| India | NewsGrossing | #38 |
 South Korea | NewsGrossing | #60 |
 Brazil | NewsGrossing | #45 |
 Canada | NewsGrossing | #73 |
 United Arab Emirates | NewsGrossing | #43 |
| United Arab Emirates | NewsFree | #69 |
Apps near FT Digital Edition on the chart
News Grossing, around #43.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Rating
4.6 ★
109 ratings
Measured
Ratings
109
Measured
About FT Digital Edition
Your daily Financial Times newspaper, delivered to your device when it goes to print. Now with search to quickly find and save articles across editions.
WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT FROM THE FT APP
• View global print editions editions in 3 reading modes
• Editor-curated news in a classic newspaper layout
• Exclusive digital access to FT magazines normally available only in print
• Translate articles into 30+ languages
• Access previous editions of the newspaper dating back 15 years
APP FEATURES:
• Search for and save articles across editions
• Listen to articles with AI audio
• Download editions to read offline
• Set alerts to stay ahead of the day's news
• Change the font size for easier reading
EXCLUSIVE MAGAZINES INCLUDE:
• HTSI (formerly ‘How To Spend It’): The FT's weekly, multi-award-winning luxury lifestyle magazine covering fashion, design, and the arts
• FT Weekend Magazine: A supplement to the weekend edition of the Financial Times, featuring long-form journalism, investigations, photography, and international reporting
• FT Wealth: Insights into wealth management and luxury living
• The Art of Fashion: A special edition exploring the intersection of art and fashion
• Business Education: Insights into executive education, MBA programs, and leadership development
READING MODES
• Headline view for quick browsing
• Article view optimized for reading
• Replica view to enjoy the full newspaper layout
IS FT DIGITAL EDITION FOR YOU?
Whether you're navigating global markets, exploring culture, or seeking fresh perspectives, the FT Digital Edition delivers expert, independent journalism you can trust.
From Wall Street to Hong Kong, FT covers markets, politics, technology, climate policy, and industry-leading social research. Track economic shifts, follow business trends, and explore cultural movements with FT’s analysis and expertise.
With reporting from over 50 countries, translation available in 30+ languages, and exclusive magazine content—including HTSI, FT Weekend Magazine, and FT Wealth—the FT Digital Edition is for those who think critically about the world. Whether you're planning your next trip to a cultural capital, deepening your understanding of global finance, or seeking fresh literary and lifestyle insights, stay engaged, informed, and inspired with FT.
FINANCIAL TIMES ADVANTAGE:
• Accurate, independent, and insightful journalism since 1888
• Unbiased reporting: expert commentary and analysis on business, politics, economics, finance, and more
• Coverage across arts, real estate, fashion, food, books, technology, and beyond
WHAT DOES IT COST?
The FT Digital Edition offers comprehensive coverage and great value. Monthly pricing starts from $12.99, with discounts available for longer terms.
Subscribe via the app or at https://www.ft.com/todaysnewspaper
Terms and conditions apply. Read them at ft.com/terms
We respect your privacy. Read our privacy policy at ft.com/privacy
WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT FROM THE FT APP
• View global print editions editions in 3 reading modes
• Editor-curated news in a classic newspaper layout
• Exclusive digital access to FT magazines normally available only in print
• Translate articles into 30+ languages
• Access previous editions of the newspaper dating back 15 years
APP FEATURES:
• Search for and save articles across editions
• Listen to articles with AI audio
• Download editions to read offline
• Set alerts to stay ahead of the day's news
• Change the font size for easier reading
EXCLUSIVE MAGAZINES INCLUDE:
• HTSI (formerly ‘How To Spend It’): The FT's weekly, multi-award-winning luxury lifestyle magazine covering fashion, design, and the arts
• FT Weekend Magazine: A supplement to the weekend edition of the Financial Times, featuring long-form journalism, investigations, photography, and international reporting
• FT Wealth: Insights into wealth management and luxury living
• The Art of Fashion: A special edition exploring the intersection of art and fashion
• Business Education: Insights into executive education, MBA programs, and leadership development
READING MODES
• Headline view for quick browsing
• Article view optimized for reading
• Replica view to enjoy the full newspaper layout
IS FT DIGITAL EDITION FOR YOU?
Whether you're navigating global markets, exploring culture, or seeking fresh perspectives, the FT Digital Edition delivers expert, independent journalism you can trust.
From Wall Street to Hong Kong, FT covers markets, politics, technology, climate policy, and industry-leading social research. Track economic shifts, follow business trends, and explore cultural movements with FT’s analysis and expertise.
With reporting from over 50 countries, translation available in 30+ languages, and exclusive magazine content—including HTSI, FT Weekend Magazine, and FT Wealth—the FT Digital Edition is for those who think critically about the world. Whether you're planning your next trip to a cultural capital, deepening your understanding of global finance, or seeking fresh literary and lifestyle insights, stay engaged, informed, and inspired with FT.
FINANCIAL TIMES ADVANTAGE:
• Accurate, independent, and insightful journalism since 1888
• Unbiased reporting: expert commentary and analysis on business, politics, economics, finance, and more
• Coverage across arts, real estate, fashion, food, books, technology, and beyond
WHAT DOES IT COST?
The FT Digital Edition offers comprehensive coverage and great value. Monthly pricing starts from $12.99, with discounts available for longer terms.
Subscribe via the app or at https://www.ft.com/todaysnewspaper
Terms and conditions apply. Read them at ft.com/terms
We respect your privacy. Read our privacy policy at ft.com/privacy
Latest updates
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Various small bug fixes.
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FT Digital Edition Android
FT Digital Edition gets 500+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, September 2026, rounded down to a band).
FT Digital Edition is #67 in News & Magazines Free on Google Play in United Kingdom and charting in 1 of 15 countries we track.
Updated 27 Sep 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
DeveloperThe Financial Times Limited
CategoryNews & Magazines
PriceFree
Released
Installs50k+
Rating★ 4.0 (134)
Updated–
Content ratingEveryone
Rating
4.0 ★
134 ratings
Measured
Best rank now
#67
News & Magazines FreeMeasured
FT Digital Edition on Google Play
App details
App ID
com.ft.ftepaper.android
Publisher
FINANCIAL TIMES LIMITED(THE)
Publisher country
United Kingdom
Content rating
Everyone
FT Digital Edition downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Google Play shows an exact lifetime install count; downloads per day are its daily change (measured). When Play hasn't refreshed the count, they come from new ratings and Top Free chart positions. Confidence is the chance the real number is within half to double ours.
Where FT Digital Edition's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Stickiness (DAU / MAU)
how many monthly users open it on a given day
Retention · share of new users still active
Day 1
Day 7
Day 30
Time spent · per daily user
Average time spent Pro
min a day
Sessions a day Pro
Time per session Pro
min
How this is calculated
Monthly users come from lifetime installs across every store, fitted on monthly active user figures companies publish; daily users = monthly × the typical daily/monthly ratio for the category. Confidence is the chance the real number is within half to double ours.
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend in FT Digital Edition before Apple and Google take their fee.
How this is calculated
Not in an overall Top Grossing chart, only in category charts: each category position is converted to the overall position it corresponds to, then priced on the same rank-to-revenue curve, inside the part of each market the charted apps leave over.
Business model: In-app purchase-led
How FT Digital Edition makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
In-app purchases
One-off purchases
/mo
of revenue
Where it ranks on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 15 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | News & MagazinesFree | #67 |
Apps near FT Digital Edition on the chart
News & Magazines Free, around #67.
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
Rating
4.0 ★
134 ratings
Measured
Ratings
134
Measured
Written reviews
12
Measured
About FT Digital Edition
Your daily Financial Times newspaper, delivered to your device when it goes to print.
WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT FROM THE FT APP
• View global print editions editions in 3 reading modes
• Editor curated news in a classic newspaper layout
• Exclusive digital access to FT magazines normally only available in print
• Translate articles into 30+ languages
• Previous editions of the newspaper dating back 15 years
APP FEATURES:
• Listen to articles with AI audio
• Download to read offline
• Set up alerts to stay ahead of the day's news
• Change the font size for easier reading
EXCLUSIVE MAGAZINES INCLUDE:
• HTSI (Formerly ‘How To Spend It’): The FT's weekly, multi-award winning luxury lifestyle magazine covering fashion, design, and the arts.
• FT Weekend Magazine: A supplement to the weekend edition of the Financial Times, featuring long-form journalism, investigations, photography, and international reportage.
• FT Wealth: Insights into wealth management and luxury living.
• The Art of Fashion: A special edition focusing on the intersection of art and fashion, highlighting designers and trends shaping the industry.
• Business Education: A publication offering insights into executive education, MBA programs, and leadership development.
READING MODES
• Headline view for quick browsing
• Article view, optimised for reading
• Replica view to enjoy the full newspaper layout
IS FT DIGITAL EDITION FOR YOU?
Whether you're an ambitious investor navigating global markets, a culture enthusiast diving into the arts, or a curious thinker seeking fresh perspectives, the FT Digital Edition brings you insightful, independent journalism that empowers decision-making and thought leadership.
From Wall Street to Hong Kong, from New York to London, FT covers not just markets and finance, but also politics, technology, climate policy, and industry leading social research. Unpack the impact of elections, track economic shifts, follow business trends and explore cultural movements with FT’s analysis and expertise.
With reporting from over 50 countries, translation available in 30+ languages, thought-provoking essays, and exclusive magazine content—including HTSI, FT Weekend Magazine, and FT Wealth—the FT Digital Edition is for those who think critically about the world. Whether you're planning your next trip to a cultural capital, deepening your understanding of global finance, or seeking fresh literary and lifestyle insights, stay engaged, informed, and inspired with FT.
FINANCIAL TIMES ADVANTAGE:
• Accurate, independent, and insightful journalism since 1888.
• Unbiased reporting: Expert comment and analysis on world business, politics, economics, finance, companies and more
• Explore the arts, real estate, fashion, food, books, technology and more with a unique FT voice
WHAT DOES IT COST?
The FT Digital Edition is loved for its comprehensive coverage and great value. Per month prices are £15.00, $12.99, €15.99 with more currencies available. Discounts for longer ter
WHAT MAKES IT DIFFERENT FROM THE FT APP
• View global print editions editions in 3 reading modes
• Editor curated news in a classic newspaper layout
• Exclusive digital access to FT magazines normally only available in print
• Translate articles into 30+ languages
• Previous editions of the newspaper dating back 15 years
APP FEATURES:
• Listen to articles with AI audio
• Download to read offline
• Set up alerts to stay ahead of the day's news
• Change the font size for easier reading
EXCLUSIVE MAGAZINES INCLUDE:
• HTSI (Formerly ‘How To Spend It’): The FT's weekly, multi-award winning luxury lifestyle magazine covering fashion, design, and the arts.
• FT Weekend Magazine: A supplement to the weekend edition of the Financial Times, featuring long-form journalism, investigations, photography, and international reportage.
• FT Wealth: Insights into wealth management and luxury living.
• The Art of Fashion: A special edition focusing on the intersection of art and fashion, highlighting designers and trends shaping the industry.
• Business Education: A publication offering insights into executive education, MBA programs, and leadership development.
READING MODES
• Headline view for quick browsing
• Article view, optimised for reading
• Replica view to enjoy the full newspaper layout
IS FT DIGITAL EDITION FOR YOU?
Whether you're an ambitious investor navigating global markets, a culture enthusiast diving into the arts, or a curious thinker seeking fresh perspectives, the FT Digital Edition brings you insightful, independent journalism that empowers decision-making and thought leadership.
From Wall Street to Hong Kong, from New York to London, FT covers not just markets and finance, but also politics, technology, climate policy, and industry leading social research. Unpack the impact of elections, track economic shifts, follow business trends and explore cultural movements with FT’s analysis and expertise.
With reporting from over 50 countries, translation available in 30+ languages, thought-provoking essays, and exclusive magazine content—including HTSI, FT Weekend Magazine, and FT Wealth—the FT Digital Edition is for those who think critically about the world. Whether you're planning your next trip to a cultural capital, deepening your understanding of global finance, or seeking fresh literary and lifestyle insights, stay engaged, informed, and inspired with FT.
FINANCIAL TIMES ADVANTAGE:
• Accurate, independent, and insightful journalism since 1888.
• Unbiased reporting: Expert comment and analysis on world business, politics, economics, finance, companies and more
• Explore the arts, real estate, fashion, food, books, technology and more with a unique FT voice
WHAT DOES IT COST?
The FT Digital Edition is loved for its comprehensive coverage and great value. Per month prices are £15.00, $12.99, €15.99 with more currencies available. Discounts for longer ter