Apple Store

iOS

Apple

3.0

(28,335 total reviews)

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What users complain about in Apple Store

Users frequently complain about deceptive pricing, payment and refund issues, and poor app functionality. Many report problems with account access, forced updates, and difficulty resolving disputes with Apple. Technical glitches, order cancellations, and unhelpful customer service are also common frustrations.

Payment and refund problemsHigh
App functionality issuesHigh
Poor customer serviceMedium

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What do users complain about most in Apple Store?

Negative reviews on Apple Store cluster around recurring complaint patterns visible in the 1-3 star reviews above. Common themes include app crashes, missing features, billing issues, and update regressions. Browse the negative reviews on this page to see the specific issues real users in App Store are reporting.

How is Apple Store rated on App Store?

Apple Store has an average rating of 3.0 stars from 28,335 ratings on App Store. The negative review breakdown above shows the 1-3 star reviews that the headline rating averages out, grouped by complaint type so you can see what users actually struggle with.

Why does Apple Store have negative reviews?

Even apps with strong overall ratings accumulate 1-3 star reviews when users hit specific issues. For Apple Store, the negative reviews on this page reveal the friction points that the marketing pages and headline rating do not show. Reading the actual complaints surfaces patterns weeks before they appear in app store rating averages.

Is Apple Store worth installing in 2026?

Apple Store has a mixed rating of 3.0 stars. The negative reviews above are essential reading before installing because the app has substantial 1-3 star feedback that may signal structural issues.

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