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By Dave Rankin Dave Rankin Writer Dave Rankin is a former Lifewire writer and a senior software developer who co-owns a digital creative agency and creates and distributes open source software. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on August 31, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Android Switching from iOS Really Simple Syndication (RSS), sometimes also called Rich Site Summary, has been a popular way to deliver website updates since around 2000. These free, open-source RSS readers for Android allow you to access your favorite online content whenever and wherever you want. These apps are available in the Google Play Store. Check the system requirements to make sure they are compatible with your device. 01 of 05

Best Open Source RSS Reader Flipboard

What We Like Easy-to-navigate interface. Suggests new feeds based on your interests. Share your feeds with others. What We Don't Like Not compatible with VPNs. Comment sections can be toxic. Best described as a smart magazine, Flipboard is a popular social news app for Android. It displays the top news stories from all your feeds on one screen by default. However, you can customize the layout and share your personal Flipboard with the world. In addition to articles, you can also get videos, podcasts, and more. Download Flipboard 02 of 05

Best Simple Open Source RSS Reader for Android Sparse RSS Mod

What We Like Loads feeds in background so that you have latest updates. Choose between dark and light themes. Supports AMP and Google Weblight integration. What We Don't Like Missing some features of original Sparse RSS. A few bugs on some devices. As the name suggests, Sparse RSS Mod is based on the Google Sparse RSS source code. It also has a widget so you can get updates on your home screen. If you want to try Sparse RSS, but you don't want to sideload it on your device, this no-frills mod is worth a download. Download Sparse RSS Mod 03 of 05

Best RSS Reader for News News Break

What We Like Automatically pulls from more than 10,000 local news sources. Keep tabs on local businesses. Share comments on news stories. What We Don't Like No national news. Incessant notifications. News Break is an AI-driven RSS feed reader that collects news stories and videos from around the globe. When you enter your zip code, the app populates with local news feeds. It also provides real-time updates and breaking news on other topics in addition to what's on your feed. Download News Break 04 of 05

Best RSS Reader for Podcasts Podcast Addict

What We Like Easy to browse and search for podcasts. Integrates with YouTube and SoundCloud. Automatically backs up your podcasts to the cloud. What We Don't Like RSS reader could offer more options. Occasionally cluttered interface. Although many RSS reader apps support podcasts, Podcast Addict is specifically designed to help you find and keep up with your favorite podcasts. It also features a standard RSS feed reader. In addition to Android smartphones and tablets, Podcast Addict supports Android Auto, Chromecast, and Wear devices. Download Podcast Addict 05 of 05

Best RSS Feed Reader for Offline Reading Flym

What We Like Impressive interface. Supports OPML. Dark and light themes. What We Don't Like Occasional bugs. Doesn't sync with other online RSS feed readers. The Flym News Reader hasn't been around as long as some other apps on this list, but it's worth a mention. It comes with several built-in news feeds from which to choose. The impressive interface is optimized for reading offline, so you don't need to be connected to the web to view your feeds. Download Flym Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire Substack’s New RSS App Might Finally Make News Feeds Useful Again The 30 Best Podcasts of 2022 What Is Feedly? The 9 Best Free Music Streaming Apps for iOS and Android (2022) The Top 10 Personalized Start Pages for Your Web Browser What Is an RSS Feed? (And Where to Get It) Top Windows RSS Feed Readers and News Aggregators 16 Best Free Audio Book Websites (October 2022) The 10 Best News Aggregators of 2022 The 6 Best Opera Plugins of 2022 The 10 Best News Apps for iPhone in 2022 The 17 Best Android Tablet Apps of 2022 The 22 Best Free iPad Apps of 2022 How to Upload a Podcast to Spotify The 10 Best Podcast Apps for Android of 2022 Top Mac RSS News Feed Readers Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies