Detroit Free Press: Freep: iPhone vs Android
Detroit Free Press: Freep by USA TODAY Co., Inc. 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 ★
15k ratings, both stores
Measured
Best rank now
#28
iPhone · 
Magazines & Newspapers Grossing
Magazines & Newspapers GrossingMeasured
App Store
App details
App ID
904023476
Publisher
USA TODAY Co., Inc.
Publisher country
United States
On the store since
Sep 2014
12 years on the store
Minimum OS
iOS 18.6+
iPhone XS and later
Devices
iPhone · iPad
Universal purchase
Content rating
12+
4 content notes below
Languages
31
AR HY CA CS DA NL EN FI FR DE EL HE …
Size
199 MB
Also listed in
Magazines & Newspapers
Content notesInfrequent/Mild Realistic ViolenceInfrequent/Mild Medical/Treatment InformationInfrequent/Mild Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or ReferencesInfrequent/Mild Mature/Suggestive Themes
Google Play
App details
App ID
com.doapps.android.mln.MLN_fac245c0cd451a91e8fa12de5db066de
Publisher
Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC
Publisher country
United States
Content rating
Everyone 10+
Detroit Free Press: Freep downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone | – | – |
| Google Play | – | 100k+ Measured |
| Total | – | 100k+ 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 Detroit Free Press: Freep'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: Subscription-led
How Detroit Free Press: Freep makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
SubscriptionsIn-app purchasesAds · 33 ad networks
Subscriptions
/mo
of revenue
Ads
/mo
of revenue
Top in-app purchases · App Store US, most popular first
| 1 | Detroit Free Press Digital | |
| 2 | Annual Digital Subscription subscription | |
| 3 | Ad-Free Monthly subscription | |
| 4 | Monthly Digital Rate subscription | |
| 5 | Monthly Digital Subscription subscription | |
| 6 | Annual Digital Subscription subscription |
Where it ranks now
Both stores, across every country we track.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 4.6 ★ | 13k |
| Google Play | 3.0 ★ | 2.5k 1k written reviews |
| Both stores | 4.3 ★ weighted by ratings | 15k |
What users say about Detroit Free Press: Freep
From the 52 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Mixed (50% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for its features and content, and being fun. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and ads. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Features & content: “Great paper, not bias, level-headed reporting”
- Fun: “I have kept their tradition alive and enjoy it as well”
- Ease of use: “The Detroit Free Press APP is easy to use”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “I used to have a subscription”
- Ads: “Good articles, creepy ads”
- Login & account: “I’ve changed password multiple times”
- Features & content: “Pop ups keep interrupting the content”
About Detroit Free Press: Freep
Improving our community through journalism is our mission at the Detroit Free Press. As journalists we stand on guard, ready to investigate wrongs, report on the workings of government, explore today's issues, uplift local voices and break news. Plus, you’ll get unbeatable coverage of the Detroit Pistons, Lions, Tigers and Redwings.
We’re Detroit’s trusted storytellers. We’re here for it.
WHAT WE’RE ALL ABOUT:
• Exclusive investigations that fight for the truth, expose corruption and gives voice to the voiceless across Michigan.
• Coverage of Michigan's auto industry, including Ford, GM, and Stellantis’ latest developments and innovations.
• Don't miss a beat with our sports coverage, featuring the Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons, Michigan and Michigan State.
• Dining content from Pulitzer finalist and James Beard winner Lyndsay C. Green.
• Dive deeper into the news and sports stories that matter most with our exclusive podcasts.
• Stay up-to-date with election news, analysis, and results.
• Start your day off right with our exclusive newsletters, including The Daily Briefing.
APP FEATURES:
• Real-time breaking news alerts
• A personalized feed on the all-new For You page
• Lively podcasts with hosts who are connected to the pulse of our city
• The eNewspaper, a digital replica of our print newspaper
Subscription Information:
• The Detroit Free Press 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.freep.com/privacy/
• Terms of Service: https://cm.freep.com/terms/
• Help Center: https://help.freep.com
We’re Detroit’s trusted storytellers. We’re here for it.
WHAT WE’RE ALL ABOUT:
• Exclusive investigations that fight for the truth, expose corruption and gives voice to the voiceless across Michigan.
• Coverage of Michigan's auto industry, including Ford, GM, and Stellantis’ latest developments and innovations.
• Don't miss a beat with our sports coverage, featuring the Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons, Michigan and Michigan State.
• Dining content from Pulitzer finalist and James Beard winner Lyndsay C. Green.
• Dive deeper into the news and sports stories that matter most with our exclusive podcasts.
• Stay up-to-date with election news, analysis, and results.
• Start your day off right with our exclusive newsletters, including The Daily Briefing.
APP FEATURES:
• Real-time breaking news alerts
• A personalized feed on the all-new For You page
• Lively podcasts with hosts who are connected to the pulse of our city
• The eNewspaper, a digital replica of our print newspaper
Subscription Information:
• The Detroit Free Press 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.freep.com/privacy/
• Terms of Service: https://cm.freep.com/terms/
• Help Center: https://help.freep.com
Detroit Free Press: Freep iPhone
Detroit Free Press: Freep is #28 in Magazines & Newspapers Grossing in United States and charting in 2 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 25 Oct 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
DeveloperUSA TODAY Co., Inc.
CategoryNews
PriceFree
Released
Rating★ 4.6 (13k)
Version8.13.2
Age rating12+
First seen by us 24 Sep 2026
24 Sep 2026Rating
4.6 ★
13k ratings
Measured
Best rank now
#28
Magazines & Newspapers GrossingMeasured
Detroit Free Press: Freep on the App Store
App details
App ID
904023476
Publisher
USA TODAY Co., Inc.
Publisher country
United States
On the store since
Sep 2014
12 years on the store
Minimum OS
iOS 18.6+
iPhone XS and later
Devices
iPhone · iPad
Universal purchase
Content rating
12+
4 content notes below
Languages
31
AR HY CA CS DA NL EN FI FR DE EL HE …
Size
199 MB
Also listed in
Magazines & Newspapers
Content notesInfrequent/Mild Realistic ViolenceInfrequent/Mild Medical/Treatment InformationInfrequent/Mild Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or ReferencesInfrequent/Mild Mature/Suggestive Themes
Detroit Free Press: Freep 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 Detroit Free Press: Freep'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 Detroit Free Press: Freep 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: Subscription-led
How Detroit Free Press: Freep makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
SubscriptionsIn-app purchasesAds · 33 ad networks
Subscriptions
/mo
of revenue
Ads
/mo
of revenue
Top in-app purchases · App Store US, most popular first
| 1 | Detroit Free Press Digital | |
| 2 | Annual Digital Subscription subscription | |
| 3 | Ad-Free Monthly subscription | |
| 4 | Monthly Digital Rate subscription | |
| 5 | Monthly Digital Subscription subscription | |
| 6 | Annual Digital Subscription subscription |
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 30 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Magazines & NewspapersGrossing | #28 |
| United States | NewsGrossing | #44 |
| United States | Magazines & NewspapersFree | #175 |
 Canada | NewsGrossing | #85 |
| Canada | Magazines & NewspapersGrossing | #92 |
Apps near Detroit Free Press: Freep on the chart
Magazines & Newspapers Grossing, around #28.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Rating
4.6 ★
13k ratings
Measured
Ratings
13k
Measured
What users say about Detroit Free Press: Freep
From the 52 most recent App Store reviews in the US.
Mixed (50% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for its features and content, and being fun. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and ads. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Features & content: “Great paper, not bias, level-headed reporting”
- Fun: “I have kept their tradition alive and enjoy it as well”
- Ease of use: “The Detroit Free Press APP is easy to use”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “I used to have a subscription”
- Ads: “Good articles, creepy ads”
- Login & account: “I’ve changed password multiple times”
- Features & content: “Pop ups keep interrupting the content”
About Detroit Free Press: Freep
Improving our community through journalism is our mission at the Detroit Free Press. As journalists we stand on guard, ready to investigate wrongs, report on the workings of government, explore today's issues, uplift local voices and break news. Plus, you’ll get unbeatable coverage of the Detroit Pistons, Lions, Tigers and Redwings.
We’re Detroit’s trusted storytellers. We’re here for it.
WHAT WE’RE ALL ABOUT:
• Exclusive investigations that fight for the truth, expose corruption and gives voice to the voiceless across Michigan.
• Coverage of Michigan's auto industry, including Ford, GM, and Stellantis’ latest developments and innovations.
• Don't miss a beat with our sports coverage, featuring the Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons, Michigan and Michigan State.
• Dining content from Pulitzer finalist and James Beard winner Lyndsay C. Green.
• Dive deeper into the news and sports stories that matter most with our exclusive podcasts.
• Stay up-to-date with election news, analysis, and results.
• Start your day off right with our exclusive newsletters, including The Daily Briefing.
APP FEATURES:
• Real-time breaking news alerts
• A personalized feed on the all-new For You page
• Lively podcasts with hosts who are connected to the pulse of our city
• The eNewspaper, a digital replica of our print newspaper
Subscription Information:
• The Detroit Free Press 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.freep.com/privacy/
• Terms of Service: https://cm.freep.com/terms/
• Help Center: https://help.freep.com
We’re Detroit’s trusted storytellers. We’re here for it.
WHAT WE’RE ALL ABOUT:
• Exclusive investigations that fight for the truth, expose corruption and gives voice to the voiceless across Michigan.
• Coverage of Michigan's auto industry, including Ford, GM, and Stellantis’ latest developments and innovations.
• Don't miss a beat with our sports coverage, featuring the Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons, Michigan and Michigan State.
• Dining content from Pulitzer finalist and James Beard winner Lyndsay C. Green.
• Dive deeper into the news and sports stories that matter most with our exclusive podcasts.
• Stay up-to-date with election news, analysis, and results.
• Start your day off right with our exclusive newsletters, including The Daily Briefing.
APP FEATURES:
• Real-time breaking news alerts
• A personalized feed on the all-new For You page
• Lively podcasts with hosts who are connected to the pulse of our city
• The eNewspaper, a digital replica of our print newspaper
Subscription Information:
• The Detroit Free Press 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.freep.com/privacy/
• Terms of Service: https://cm.freep.com/terms/
• Help Center: https://help.freep.com
Latest updates
8.13.2
• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.
8.11.0
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Detroit Free Press: Freep Android
Detroit Free Press: Freep is #34 in News & Magazines Grossing on Google Play in United States and charting in 3 of 23 countries we track.
Updated 25 Oct 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
DeveloperUSA TODAY Co.
CategoryNews & Magazines
PriceFree
Released
Installs100k+
Rating★ 3.0 (2.5k)
Updated
Content ratingEveryone 10+
Rating
3.0 ★
2.5k ratings
Measured
Best rank now
#34
News & Magazines GrossingMeasured
Detroit Free Press: Freep on Google Play
App details
App ID
com.doapps.android.mln.MLN_fac245c0cd451a91e8fa12de5db066de
Publisher
Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC
Publisher country
United States
Content rating
Everyone 10+
Detroit Free Press: Freep 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 Detroit Free Press: Freep'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.
In-app revenue
Worldwide, what users spend in Detroit Free Press: Freep 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: Subscription-led
How Detroit Free Press: Freep makes money: subscriptions, one-off purchases and ads.
SubscriptionsIn-app purchasesAds · 33 ad networks
Subscriptions
/mo
of revenue
Ads
/mo
of revenue
Top in-app purchases · App Store US, most popular first
| 1 | Detroit Free Press Digital | |
| 2 | Annual Digital Subscription subscription | |
| 3 | Ad-Free Monthly subscription | |
| 4 | Monthly Digital Rate subscription | |
| 5 | Monthly Digital Subscription subscription | |
| 6 | Annual Digital Subscription subscription |
Where it ranks on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 23 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States | News & MagazinesGrossing | #34 |
 Mexico | News & MagazinesGrossing | #104 |
 Indonesia | News & MagazinesGrossing | #99 |
Apps near Detroit Free Press: Freep on the chart
News & Magazines Grossing, around #34.
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
Rating
3.0 ★
2.5k ratings
Measured
Ratings
2.5k
Measured
Written reviews
1k
Measured
What users say about Detroit Free Press: Freep
From the 100 most recent Google Play reviews in the US.
Mostly negative (23% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for good value, and being easy to use. The main complaints are about price and subscriptions, and crashes and bugs. Recent reviews are more positive than earlier ones.
What people like
- Price & subscription: “Also the cost is more cost effective”
- Ease of use: “It's easy to use and easy to read”
- Fun: “I've enjoyed the Free Press for over 75 years”
Common complaints
- Price & subscription: “Am a Subscriber Cannot Sign In”
- Crashes & bugs: “The app constantly crashes”
- Ads: “Flooded with ads that cover the entire screen”
- Updates: “Is there an update to fix?”
About Detroit Free Press: Freep
We're dedicated to our community – a mission carried out through impactful journalism at the Detroit Free Press. As journalists, we're vigilant, prepared to investigate wrongs, report on government activities, explore current issues, amplify local voices, and break news in Detroit. Notably, you'll receive unparalleled coverage of the Detroit Pistons, Lions, Tigers, and Redwings in Freep.
We're Detroit's dependable storytellers, committed to serving our city.
WHAT DRIVES US:
Exclusively uncovering truths, exposing corruption, and amplifying marginalized voices across Michigan through investigative journalism. In-depth coverage of Michigan's auto industry, spotlighting Ford, GM, and Stellantis’ advancements and innovations in Michigan news. Comprehensive sports coverage, including the Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons, and Michigan State, ensuring you don't miss any action in Michigan sports. Delve into culinary insights from Pulitzer finalist and James Beard winner Lyndsay C. Green. Engage more deeply with news and sports through our exclusive podcasts and start your day with our dedicated newsletters in Michigan news.
APP HIGHLIGHTS:
• Instant real-time breaking news alerts for Freep
• Personalized feed on the all-new For You page, aligned with your Michigan interests
• Dynamic podcasts hosted by those deeply rooted in our city's pulse, keeping you engaged with Detroit news
• The eNewspaper, a digital replica of our print edition for s seamless news experience
Stay Informed on Michigan Sports and Beyond:
Discover comprehensive Detroit sports news, including updates on Detroit Pistons, Lions, Tigers, and Red Wings. Engage with our coverage of Motor City and beyond, appealing to sports enthusiasts and those fascinated by Detroit culture in Freep.
Subscription Info:
The Detroit Free Press app is available for free download, offering access to a selection of free articles each month. Subscriptions are charged to your Google Play account upon purchase confirmation, automatically renewing monthly or annually unless disabled in your Google Play account settings at least 24 hours before the current period concludes. For detailed information and customer service, consult "Subscription Support" within the app's Settings.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
• Privacy Policy: https://cm.freep.com/privacy/
• Terms of Service: https://cm.freep.com/terms/
• Help Center: https://help.freep.com
We're Detroit's dependable storytellers, committed to serving our city.
WHAT DRIVES US:
Exclusively uncovering truths, exposing corruption, and amplifying marginalized voices across Michigan through investigative journalism. In-depth coverage of Michigan's auto industry, spotlighting Ford, GM, and Stellantis’ advancements and innovations in Michigan news. Comprehensive sports coverage, including the Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons, and Michigan State, ensuring you don't miss any action in Michigan sports. Delve into culinary insights from Pulitzer finalist and James Beard winner Lyndsay C. Green. Engage more deeply with news and sports through our exclusive podcasts and start your day with our dedicated newsletters in Michigan news.
APP HIGHLIGHTS:
• Instant real-time breaking news alerts for Freep
• Personalized feed on the all-new For You page, aligned with your Michigan interests
• Dynamic podcasts hosted by those deeply rooted in our city's pulse, keeping you engaged with Detroit news
• The eNewspaper, a digital replica of our print edition for s seamless news experience
Stay Informed on Michigan Sports and Beyond:
Discover comprehensive Detroit sports news, including updates on Detroit Pistons, Lions, Tigers, and Red Wings. Engage with our coverage of Motor City and beyond, appealing to sports enthusiasts and those fascinated by Detroit culture in Freep.
Subscription Info:
The Detroit Free Press app is available for free download, offering access to a selection of free articles each month. Subscriptions are charged to your Google Play account upon purchase confirmation, automatically renewing monthly or annually unless disabled in your Google Play account settings at least 24 hours before the current period concludes. For detailed information and customer service, consult "Subscription Support" within the app's Settings.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
• Privacy Policy: https://cm.freep.com/privacy/
• Terms of Service: https://cm.freep.com/terms/
• Help Center: https://help.freep.com
What's new in 8.14.0
• This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements.