Hackers for Hacker News
Hackers for Hacker News is made and published by Weiran Zhang. AppBrain is an independent app data site and isn't affiliated with Weiran Zhang. The app name, icon, screenshots and description belong to Weiran Zhang and are shown as published on the App Store.
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- 4.63
- 433 ratings
- Last updated
- October 14, 2026
Users love it: 4.6 stars from 433 ratings.
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- 5.6.0
- Launched
- February 2013
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- Free
- App size
- 9.00 MB
- Content rating
- Low
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About Hackers for Hacker News
Hackers for Hacker News is a news app developed by Weiran Zhang.
User Ratings
Hackers for Hacker News is rated 4.63 out of 5 stars. The rating is based on 430 ratings.
App Information
Hackers for Hacker News is freely available from the App Store. The app size is 9.00 MB. The latest version available is 5.6.0. The last update was on October 14, 2026.
Technical Requirements
The app has a content rating of Low Maturity. The app has been available on the App Store since February 2013.
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Frequently asked questions about Hackers for Hacker News
Is Hackers for Hacker News free?
Yes. Hackers for Hacker News is free on the App Store.
Is Hackers for Hacker News still available?
Yes. Hackers for Hacker News is on the App Store, and the last update we saw was on October 14, 2026.
How large is Hackers for Hacker News?
Hackers for Hacker News is 9.00 MB.
Is Hackers for Hacker News suitable for children?
App Store gives Hackers for Hacker News a low maturity rating, so it is meant for older children and up.
How do people rate Hackers for Hacker News?
Hackers for Hacker News scores 4.63 out of 5 stars, from 433 ratings on the App Store.
Who made Hackers for Hacker News?
Hackers for Hacker News was developed by Weiran Zhang. It is listed in the news category on the App Store.
What are the best alternatives to Hackers for Hacker News?
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Store listing
By Weiran Zhang, from the App Store
Description by Weiran Zhang Written by the developer, not by AppBrain. Click to read.
Fast, clean, and designed for deep technical discussions.
Built for people who actually read the comments.
Hackers for Hacker News is a powerful, thoughtfully designed Hacker News client for iPhone and iPad. It focuses on speed, clarity, and efficient navigation, making it easy to follow discussions without distractions.
Whether you are quickly checking the front page or spending time in long, complex comment threads, Hackers is built to keep the experience smooth and readable.
Key features:
• Fast, native performance with a lightweight interface
• Clean, readable layout optimised for long discussions
• Advanced comment collapsing for navigating deep threads
• Swipe gestures to vote, reply, and move between stories
• Light and dark mode support
• Designed with privacy in mind
Hackers for Hacker News is built for developers, founders, and curious readers who value thoughtful discussion and high-signal content. The interface stays out of your way so you can focus on what matters: the stories and the comments.
If Hacker News is part of your daily routine, this is a better way to read it.
Download Hackers for Hacker News and experience Hacker News the way it should be.
Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/