I curated the very best apps for my usage profile - this time iOS

Note: Updated for 2024

Made a similar list for Android a few years back and while I don’t plan to leave iOS I still like to share my favorite apps. When I don’t specificaly name e.g. a Mail App this means I use the included App from Apple.

Superlist
Superlist is the closest to Wunderlist, that I miss so much.

Soundcloud
I almost exclusively list to DJ Sets so this is the right fit for me. I only wish they would provide CarPlay integration…

Pocket Casts
Best Podcast Player

Reeder
Clean RSS Reader that syncs across iOS Devices and does the job, so I’m willing to spend a few Euros every year or so for the newest version.

X
I just stay in the chronologic feed and actually like the idea of censorship free everything app for the western world.

Authenticator
At just under 10 Mbyte it provides exactly what I need and no bloat. 2FA Authenticator might have the lead when it comes to design though.

Altstore
Finally third party stores are a reality (in Europe). The Delta App from the same developer is waiting to start Pokemon when I’m really bored.

OneDrive
I hate subscribtions but using Microsoft 365 and having access to the most current Office apps on my computer plus the cloudstorage for me and my girlfriend for just 50€ or so per year is a nobrainer

KeePassium
Replaces KyPass for me since it is better looking

Simplenote
A client that can be used on every platform, looks great and does the jobs since many years? Simplenote is here to stay.

Mercury Weather
While the main USP of the wheater app is the cocky “AI”, I just like the widgets and the occasional in depth wheater forecast. Can also be used with Shortcuts.

Opener
Unbelivable that this is not part of iOS after 14 years, an absolute must.

1Blocker
When it comes to Adblocking, iOS is ahead of Android in my opinion. 1Blocker ist the best one available I think