As an enthusiastic reader of articles on my iPhone, I’ve relied on Pocket for years to discover and save captivating content to enjoy at my leisure. The announcement of Pocket’s permanent shutdown on October 8 was disheartening, but after exploring alternatives, I’ve identified some outstanding apps that can fill the void.
For those seeking a Pocket replacement or new to the read-it-later scene, these iOS apps are excellent options.
Safari Reading List, integrated into Apple’s web browser, offers a straightforward and free solution. Although it lacks advanced features like tags and highlighting, it’s a convenient way to store articles.
Matter closely resembles Pocket, featuring curated articles and smart tools like Co-Reader, an AI that answers questions about the content. It also supports podcast transcription and offers a customizable design.
Instapaper is another favored choice, designed for book lovers, with features like article summarization, automation shortcuts, and a Speed Read tool for quick skimming.
Readwise Reader focuses on saving articles and includes features like a Daily Digest and an AI called Ghostreader, which can summarize or elaborate on highlighted text.
GoodLinks stands out for power users, with numerous automation shortcuts and a pay-once model. It syncs across Apple devices using iCloud.
Raindrop.io provides a simple, effective reading experience with features like collections and cross-device syncing, available through an affordable subscription.
These apps each offer unique features to enhance your reading experience, making them worthy successors to Pocket.
