The Times Literary Supplement

iOS

Times Media Limited (Apps)

5.0

(827 total reviews)

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What users complain about in The Times Literary Supplement

Users frequently complain about persistent login and subscription recognition issues, making the app unreliable. Many find the interface lacking key features like a proper table of contents, search functionality, and the ability to purchase single issues. Technical problems like a persistent buffering icon and lost downloaded content further frustrate users.

Login and subscription issuesHigh
Missing key featuresMedium
Persistent buffering iconLow

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What do users complain about most in The Times Literary Supplement?

Negative reviews on The Times Literary Supplement 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 The Times Literary Supplement rated on App Store?

The Times Literary Supplement has an average rating of 4.6 stars from 827 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 The Times Literary Supplement have negative reviews?

Even apps with strong overall ratings accumulate 1-3 star reviews when users hit specific issues. For The Times Literary Supplement, 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 The Times Literary Supplement worth installing in 2026?

The Times Literary Supplement is highly-rated overall with 4.6 stars. The negative reviews above are useful for understanding the specific edge cases (paywalls, account recovery, regional restrictions) that the high average rating hides. Worth installing for most users in this category.

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