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Updated on January 23, 2024
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Jon Fisher
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Reviewed byJon Fisher
- Wichita Technical Institute
Jonathan Fisher is a CompTIA certified technologist with more than 6 years' experience writing for publications like TechNorms and Help Desk Geek.
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Reddit's website is difficult to navigate and slow on mobile devices, including Android phones and tablets. Even Reddit seems to know this, as it requires an app to access many of its features.
While dozens of Reddit apps are available for Android, we've combed through the options to find the best.
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Reddit (Official app)
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What We Like
Officially supported by Reddit.
Simple, easy to use interface.
Doesn't require authorizing third-party access.
No additional ads.
What We Don't Like
Interface looks rather basic.
Limited customization.
Scrolling is laggy at times.
The official Reddit app is a simple, easy-to-use option and covers the basics.
This is the best choice for Android users concerned about privacy and security, as you don't need to allow third-party access to your Reddit account.
Customization and responsiveness are where the Reddit app falls short. There's not much you can do to make the app work how you'd like it to, and it's a bit slow on older Android devices.
The official Reddit app is free and doesn't include in-app ads, though you will still see Reddit's promoted posts.
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Infinity
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What We Like
Media is large and attractive.
Subreddits take priority.
Very responsive despite large images.
Free with no ads.
What We Don't Like
RPAN and Trending features are half-baked.
Not great for browsing text.
Comments can take time to load.
Infinity is an attractive Reddit app focusing on large, straightforward media presentations. This doesn't impact general performance, as scrolling remains smooth.
Subreddits and comments take priority in this app. Subreddits, upvotes, and messages feature prominently, making access easy. It's a good choice if you stick to a few subreddits.
However, Infinity's RPAN and Trending sections feel half-baked. Performance isn't perfect, either.
Infinity is free and doesn't include ads.
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Relay for reddit
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What We Like
Dense, content-rich interface.
Default settings presents text well.
Generally smooth scrolling.
What We Don't Like
Subreddit organization is confusing.
Not attractive.
Can bog down over time.
Relay for reddit is an app that leans towards a dense, text-heavy presentation. It packs a lot of information into your screen. The font is sharp and clear, with reasonable spacing between text elements.
And, thanks to its lack of focus on media content, it's typically smooth. A flip of your thumb can fly through multiple posts. However, the subreddit organization is more confusing than most alternatives, and the app can bog down occasionally.
Relay is free and supported by ads, but they rarely appear. An ad-free Pro version is available.
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Offline Reader for Reddit
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What We Like
Can easily download posts to view later.
Dense, text-heavy interface.
Free with no ads.
What We Don't Like
Bad media presentation.
Not great for online viewing.
Offline Reader for Reddit does precisely what it says. It quickly and easily downloads Reddit posts to be viewed later. The interface is quick, so you can rapidly download many posts simultaneously.
This is a dense, text-heavy app with an old-school look. It will please Reddit users who like to read posts and comments, but that comes at the cost of media presentation.
The app is free and doesn't include ads. A handful of paid themes are available to change the app's look.
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RedReader
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What We Like
Attractive interface and media presentation.
Dense text presentation.
Free with no ads.
What We Don't Like
Can feel a bit slow.
Default interface is unattractive.
Barebones options.
RedReader is a good option for users who want attractive images and video presentations without sacrificing dense text. The media looks excellent, and the surrounding text is small and crisp.
Though functional, the default interface is not the most attractive. This is primarily due to the large, red menu bar at the top. The app can also feel slightly slow when loading comments or scrolling rapidly.
RedReader is free and doesn't include ads.
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