The Hamilton Spectator Downloads & RevenueThe Hamilton Spectator · App Store & Google Play
The Hamilton Spectator by thestar.com is on App Store and Google Play. Active Users (MAU & DAU), Downloads, rankings, keywords, revenue, and rating totals.
The Hamilton Spectator update history & changes
Last change · 19 events since 22 Jun 2011Full timeline ↓✏️AndroidNew screenshots📦iOSUpdated to version 9.81.0🆕AndroidFirst spotted by AppInsider📦iOSUpdated to version 9.80.0📦AndroidUpdated to version 9.79.0📦AndroidVersion 9.80.0📈iOSEntered the top 100🆕iOSIts developer released another app: Niagara Falls Review🆕iOSIts developer released another app: St. Catharines Standard🆕AndroidIts developer released another app: St. Catharines Standard
Full timeline · 19 events
- ✏️The Hamilton Spectator: new screenshotsAndroid12 screenshots (was 12) · US
- 📦The Hamilton Spectator updated to version 9.81.0iOSBug fixes and enhancements
- 🆕The Hamilton Spectator first spotted by AppInsiderAndroidUnited States (found via similar)
- 📦The Hamilton Spectator updated to version 9.80.0iOSGeneral improvements
- 📦The Hamilton Spectator updated to version 9.79.0AndroidGeneral improvements
- 📦The Hamilton Spectator version 9.80.0AndroidGeneral improvements
- 📈The Hamilton Spectator entered the top 100iOSTop Free · News · CA
- 📦The Hamilton Spectator updated to version 9.79.0iOSGeneral improvements
- 📦The Hamilton Spectator: now updating weeklyiOS4 updates in 30 days, after a quiet two months
- 📦The Hamilton Spectator updated to version 9.78.0iOSGeneral improvements
- 📦The Hamilton Spectator updated to version 9.77.0iOSGeneral improvements
- 🆕The Hamilton Spectator: its developer released another app: Niagara Falls ReviewiOS
- 🆕The Hamilton Spectator: its developer released another app: St. Catharines StandardiOS
- 🆕The Hamilton Spectator: its developer released another app: Welland TribuneiOS
- 🆕The Hamilton Spectator first spotted by AppInsideriOS#45 in Top Grossing · News · Canada
- 📦The Hamilton Spectator version 9.76.0iOSGeneral improvements
- 🆕The Hamilton Spectator: its developer released another app: St. Catharines StandardAndroid
- 🆕The Hamilton Spectator released on Google PlayAndroid
- 🆕The Hamilton Spectator released on the App StoreiOS
Collected from the stores by AppInsider since we first spotted the app. Dates are when we saw each change.
Rating
3.7 ★
1.7k ratings, both stores
Measured
Best rank now
#53
App Store · 
News Grossing
News GrossingMeasured
New ratings a week
6.8
▲ +18% vs the 2 weeks before (App Store)
Measured
App Store
App details
App ID
444566581
Publisher
Toronto Star Newspapers Limited
Publisher country
Canada
On the store since
Jun 2011
15 years on the store
Minimum OS
iOS 16.0+
iPhone 8 and later
Devices
iPhone · iPad
Universal purchase
Content rating
17+
2 content notes below
Languages
1
EN
Size
106 MB
Also listed in
Lifestyle
Content notesInfrequent/Mild Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or ReferencesUnrestricted Web Access
Google Play
App details
App ID
com.spreedinc.providers.metrolandmedia.spec
Publisher
Toronto Star Newspapers Limited
Publisher country
Canada
Content rating
Everyone 10+
The Hamilton Spectator downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 10+ | – |
| Google Play | 5+ | 10k+ Measured |
| Total | 10+ Confidence | 10k+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
App Store: 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 The Hamilton Spectator'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
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.
Business model: Ad-led
How The Hamilton Spectator makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
In-app purchasesAds · 42 ad networks
One-off purchases
/mo
of revenue
Ads
/mo
of revenue
Where it ranks now
Both stores, across every country we track.
| Store | Best rank | Charting in | US Top Free | US Top Grossing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | #53 News Grossing | 1 of 30 countries | – | – |
| Google Play | #70 News & Magazines Free | 1 of 23 countries | – | – |
Full chart lists: App Store · Google Play.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisApp Store
New ratings a week
5.5
▲ +18% vs the 2 weeks before
Lifetime rating
4.5★
recent stars not readable yet: new ratings are a tiny share of the total
Review momentum
73/100
faster than 84% of News apps
Google Play
New ratings a week
1.3
4-week average
Written reviews a week
under 1
Google Play
Lifetime rating
2.0★
recent stars not readable yet: new ratings are a tiny share of the total
Review momentum
37/100
faster than 28% of News and magazines apps
Review momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 4.5 ★ | 1.2k |
| Google Play | 2.0 ★ | 525 15 written reviews |
| Both stores | 3.7 ★ weighted by ratings | 1.7k |
About The Hamilton Spectator
Your city. Your Stories.
From community and local coverage to global issues and breaking news, The Hamilton Spectator reports on topics that matter and affect the day-to-day lives of our readers. Download The Hamilton Spectator app now to receive the best features of The Spectator’s website, all within the palm of your hand.
• Made for You: A custom newsfeed that evolves with your interests.
• Stay Informed: Real-time breaking news alerts so you’re always the first to know.
• Resume Reading: Pick up exactly where you left off, instantly.
• Trending Now: Stay ahead of the curve with the stories Hamilton is talking about.
• Instant Access: Your saved stories are now organized in one streamlined hub.
• Newsletter Management: You can now browse, subscribe, and manage your newsletter preferences directly within the app. Stay informed with curated stories delivered straight to your inbox.
Questions or feedback? Contact us at [email protected]
SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT NOTICES
By installing and using the App, you agree to our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice (available at https://www.thespec.com/about/mobile-app-privacy-anti-spam-notice.html), our Privacy Policy (available at https://metroland.com/privacy-policy/) and our Terms of Use (available at http://notices.torstar.com/main_terms_of_use_daily_and_community_brands_EN/), each of which is accessible with the App's settings menu.
This App (including any updates or upgrades) may (i) automatically communicate with The Hamilton Spectator's or its third party service providers' servers and record usage and browsing pattern metrics, (ii) manage App-related preferences or data stored on your device, and (iii) collect personal information, all as more particularly set out in our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice and our Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent to the above at any time by removing or disabling the App.
The Spec mobile application, an application offered by Metroland Media Group Ltd., 8 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON M5V 0S8
For assistance, please contact us at [email protected].
From community and local coverage to global issues and breaking news, The Hamilton Spectator reports on topics that matter and affect the day-to-day lives of our readers. Download The Hamilton Spectator app now to receive the best features of The Spectator’s website, all within the palm of your hand.
• Made for You: A custom newsfeed that evolves with your interests.
• Stay Informed: Real-time breaking news alerts so you’re always the first to know.
• Resume Reading: Pick up exactly where you left off, instantly.
• Trending Now: Stay ahead of the curve with the stories Hamilton is talking about.
• Instant Access: Your saved stories are now organized in one streamlined hub.
• Newsletter Management: You can now browse, subscribe, and manage your newsletter preferences directly within the app. Stay informed with curated stories delivered straight to your inbox.
Questions or feedback? Contact us at [email protected]
SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT NOTICES
By installing and using the App, you agree to our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice (available at https://www.thespec.com/about/mobile-app-privacy-anti-spam-notice.html), our Privacy Policy (available at https://metroland.com/privacy-policy/) and our Terms of Use (available at http://notices.torstar.com/main_terms_of_use_daily_and_community_brands_EN/), each of which is accessible with the App's settings menu.
This App (including any updates or upgrades) may (i) automatically communicate with The Hamilton Spectator's or its third party service providers' servers and record usage and browsing pattern metrics, (ii) manage App-related preferences or data stored on your device, and (iii) collect personal information, all as more particularly set out in our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice and our Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent to the above at any time by removing or disabling the App.
The Spec mobile application, an application offered by Metroland Media Group Ltd., 8 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON M5V 0S8
For assistance, please contact us at [email protected].
The Hamilton Spectator App Store
The Hamilton Spectator is #53 in News Grossing in Canada and charting in 1 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 8 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
Developerthestar.com
CategoryNews
PriceFree
Released
Rating★ 4.5 (1.2k)
Version9.81.0
Age rating17+
First seen by us 24 Sep 2026
24 Sep 2026Rating
4.5 ★
1.2k ratings
Measured
Best rank now
#53
News GrossingMeasured
New ratings a week
5.5
▲ +18% vs the 2 weeks before
Measured
The Hamilton Spectator on the App Store
App details
App ID
444566581
Publisher
Toronto Star Newspapers Limited
Publisher country
Canada
On the store since
Jun 2011
15 years on the store
Minimum OS
iOS 16.0+
iPhone 8 and later
Devices
iPhone · iPad
Universal purchase
Content rating
17+
2 content notes below
Languages
1
EN
Size
106 MB
Also listed in
Lifestyle
Content notesInfrequent/Mild Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or ReferencesUnrestricted Web Access
The Hamilton Spectator 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. App Store 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 The Hamilton Spectator'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
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.
Business model: Ad-led
How The Hamilton Spectator makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
In-app purchasesAds · 42 ad networks
One-off purchases
/mo
of revenue
Ads
/mo
of revenue
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 30 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | NewsGrossing | #53 |
Apps near The Hamilton Spectator on the chart
News Grossing, around #53.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Rating
4.5 ★
1.2k ratings
Measured
Ratings
1.2k
Measured
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisNew ratings a week
5.5
▲ +18% vs the 2 weeks before
Lifetime rating
4.5★
recent stars not readable yet: new ratings are a tiny share of the total
Review momentum
73/100
faster than 84% of News apps
Review momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
About The Hamilton Spectator
Your city. Your Stories.
From community and local coverage to global issues and breaking news, The Hamilton Spectator reports on topics that matter and affect the day-to-day lives of our readers. Download The Hamilton Spectator app now to receive the best features of The Spectator’s website, all within the palm of your hand.
• Made for You: A custom newsfeed that evolves with your interests.
• Stay Informed: Real-time breaking news alerts so you’re always the first to know.
• Resume Reading: Pick up exactly where you left off, instantly.
• Trending Now: Stay ahead of the curve with the stories Hamilton is talking about.
• Instant Access: Your saved stories are now organized in one streamlined hub.
• Newsletter Management: You can now browse, subscribe, and manage your newsletter preferences directly within the app. Stay informed with curated stories delivered straight to your inbox.
Questions or feedback? Contact us at [email protected]
SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT NOTICES
By installing and using the App, you agree to our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice (available at https://www.thespec.com/about/mobile-app-privacy-anti-spam-notice.html), our Privacy Policy (available at https://metroland.com/privacy-policy/) and our Terms of Use (available at http://notices.torstar.com/main_terms_of_use_daily_and_community_brands_EN/), each of which is accessible with the App's settings menu.
This App (including any updates or upgrades) may (i) automatically communicate with The Hamilton Spectator's or its third party service providers' servers and record usage and browsing pattern metrics, (ii) manage App-related preferences or data stored on your device, and (iii) collect personal information, all as more particularly set out in our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice and our Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent to the above at any time by removing or disabling the App.
The Spec mobile application, an application offered by Metroland Media Group Ltd., 8 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON M5V 0S8
For assistance, please contact us at [email protected].
From community and local coverage to global issues and breaking news, The Hamilton Spectator reports on topics that matter and affect the day-to-day lives of our readers. Download The Hamilton Spectator app now to receive the best features of The Spectator’s website, all within the palm of your hand.
• Made for You: A custom newsfeed that evolves with your interests.
• Stay Informed: Real-time breaking news alerts so you’re always the first to know.
• Resume Reading: Pick up exactly where you left off, instantly.
• Trending Now: Stay ahead of the curve with the stories Hamilton is talking about.
• Instant Access: Your saved stories are now organized in one streamlined hub.
• Newsletter Management: You can now browse, subscribe, and manage your newsletter preferences directly within the app. Stay informed with curated stories delivered straight to your inbox.
Questions or feedback? Contact us at [email protected]
SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT NOTICES
By installing and using the App, you agree to our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice (available at https://www.thespec.com/about/mobile-app-privacy-anti-spam-notice.html), our Privacy Policy (available at https://metroland.com/privacy-policy/) and our Terms of Use (available at http://notices.torstar.com/main_terms_of_use_daily_and_community_brands_EN/), each of which is accessible with the App's settings menu.
This App (including any updates or upgrades) may (i) automatically communicate with The Hamilton Spectator's or its third party service providers' servers and record usage and browsing pattern metrics, (ii) manage App-related preferences or data stored on your device, and (iii) collect personal information, all as more particularly set out in our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice and our Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent to the above at any time by removing or disabling the App.
The Spec mobile application, an application offered by Metroland Media Group Ltd., 8 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON M5V 0S8
For assistance, please contact us at [email protected].
Latest updates
9.81.0
Bug fixes and enhancements
9.80.0
General improvements
9.79.0
General improvements
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The Hamilton Spectator Android
The Hamilton Spectator is #70 in News & Magazines Free on Google Play in Canada and charting in 1 of 23 countries we track.
Updated 8 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
DeveloperToronto Star
CategoryNews & Magazines
PriceFree
Released
Installs10k+
Rating★ 2.0 (525)
Updated
Content ratingEveryone 10+
Rating
2.0 ★
525 ratings
Measured
Best rank now
#70
News & Magazines FreeMeasured
New ratings a week
1.3
Google Play, 4-week average
Measured
The Hamilton Spectator on Google Play
App details
App ID
com.spreedinc.providers.metrolandmedia.spec
Publisher
Toronto Star Newspapers Limited
Publisher country
Canada
Content rating
Everyone 10+
The Hamilton Spectator 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 The Hamilton Spectator'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
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.
Business model: Ad-led
How The Hamilton Spectator makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
In-app purchasesAds · 42 ad networks
One-off purchases
/mo
of revenue
Ads
/mo
of revenue
Where it ranks on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 23 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | News & MagazinesFree | #70 |
Apps near The Hamilton Spectator on the chart
News & Magazines Free, around #70.
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
Rating
2.0 ★
525 ratings
Measured
Ratings
525
Measured
Written reviews
15
Measured
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisNew ratings a week
1.3
4-week average
Written reviews a week
under 1
Google Play
Lifetime rating
2.0★
recent stars not readable yet: new ratings are a tiny share of the total
Review momentum
37/100
faster than 28% of News and magazines apps
Review momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
About The Hamilton Spectator
Stay connected to the best local journalism with The Hamilton Spectator app. We’ve redesigned the app to be more than just a newsfeed—it’s an intuitive experience built for your life in Hamilton. From City Hall accountability and the latest scores to the arts and culture shifts in our neighborhoods, get the news that shapes our community.
Features Built for Life in Hamilton:
• Smart Tiles: Jump back into stories with "Resume Reading" or see what’s "Trending Now".
• Custom Newsfeed: "Made for You" uses your reading habits to serve the topics you care about most—from local politics to Hamilton’s food scene.
• Newsletters: Sign up for newsletters within the app to get curated briefings delivered to your inbox.
• Breaking News Alerts: Immediate notifications on the stories shaping Ontario and the world.
• Instant Access: Your saved stories are now organized in one streamlined hub.
Questions or feedback? Contact us at [email protected]
SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT NOTICES
By installing and using the App, you agree to our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice (available at https://www.thespec.com/about/mobile-app-privacy-anti-spam-notice.html), our Privacy Policy (available at https://metroland.com/privacy-policy/) and our Terms of Use (available at http://notices.torstar.com/main_terms_of_use_daily_and_community_brands_EN/), each of which is accessible with the App's settings menu.
This App (including any updates or upgrades) may (i) automatically communicate with The Hamilton Spectator's or its third party service providers' servers and record usage and browsing pattern metrics, (ii) manage App-related preferences or data stored on your device, and (iii) collect personal information, all as more particularly set out in our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice and our Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent to the above at any time by removing or disabling the App.
The Spec mobile application, an application offered by Metroland Media Group Ltd., 8 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON M5V 0S8
For assistance, please contact us at [email protected].
Features Built for Life in Hamilton:
• Smart Tiles: Jump back into stories with "Resume Reading" or see what’s "Trending Now".
• Custom Newsfeed: "Made for You" uses your reading habits to serve the topics you care about most—from local politics to Hamilton’s food scene.
• Newsletters: Sign up for newsletters within the app to get curated briefings delivered to your inbox.
• Breaking News Alerts: Immediate notifications on the stories shaping Ontario and the world.
• Instant Access: Your saved stories are now organized in one streamlined hub.
Questions or feedback? Contact us at [email protected]
SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT NOTICES
By installing and using the App, you agree to our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice (available at https://www.thespec.com/about/mobile-app-privacy-anti-spam-notice.html), our Privacy Policy (available at https://metroland.com/privacy-policy/) and our Terms of Use (available at http://notices.torstar.com/main_terms_of_use_daily_and_community_brands_EN/), each of which is accessible with the App's settings menu.
This App (including any updates or upgrades) may (i) automatically communicate with The Hamilton Spectator's or its third party service providers' servers and record usage and browsing pattern metrics, (ii) manage App-related preferences or data stored on your device, and (iii) collect personal information, all as more particularly set out in our Privacy and Anti-Spam Notice and our Privacy Policy. You may withdraw your consent to the above at any time by removing or disabling the App.
The Spec mobile application, an application offered by Metroland Media Group Ltd., 8 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON M5V 0S8
For assistance, please contact us at [email protected].
What's new in 9.80.0
General improvements
Store changes
What The Hamilton Spectator changed on its store page: name, icon, screenshots, price, size, languages, requirements.
New screenshots
12 screenshots (was 12)