Ground News
Ground News: A multi-outlet news reader that groups stories and adds source context for comparison. Ranked #7 of 64 in News and Magazine Apps by our editors (8.7/10); pricing: Free plan · 7-day trial; best for comparing perspectives across news outlets.
At a glance
- Editor score8.7 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 7-day trial
- Best forComparing perspectives across news outlets
- Free planYes
- Content scopeMulti-source
- Founded2017 · Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
- Facts checked4 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Groups reporting on the same story for side-by-side comparison
- Adds bias, factuality, ownership and funding context to sources
- Offers web, iOS, Android and a browser comparison extension
Where it doesn't
- Full comparison tools and Blindspot analysis are part of Vantage
- Paywalled articles link to publishers rather than unlocking access
- No offline reading
Our verdict on Ground News
Ground News brings reporting from tens of thousands of publications into one place, grouping articles about the same event so readers can compare how different outlets cover it. Its web and mobile feeds can be personalized by topic and source, with local and international editions. This makes it a fit for readers who want to follow current events across publications rather than rely on a single outlet. Source ratings and ownership information add context to that comparison, while the browser extension can surface coverage from other publications when reading an online article.
The distinction between the free plan and Vantage is important. The free plan provides access to the service, while Vantage adds Blindspot analysis, a global coverage map, unlimited saved stories, full coverage comparison, ownership and funding transparency, and bias and factuality ratings. According to the vendor's pricing details, Vantage is listed at $8.33 per month when billed annually; a 7-day free trial is also offered. The paid tier is most relevant to readers who want deeper comparison tools and saved-story capacity, while casual readers may find the free plan sufficient for browsing grouped coverage.
Ground News is focused on comparing coverage, not replacing publisher subscriptions: paywalled articles link to the publisher, and the service does not offer offline reading. The Blindspot feed highlights stories that are unevenly covered across the political spectrum, complementing the source-level context rather than serving as a general-purpose news feature. Support is available by email and documentation. Choose Ground News if comparing outlets and understanding their ownership or ratings is central to your reading; readers who want offline access or access to paywalled reporting in one app should look elsewhere.
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Ground News fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Content scope | Multi-source |
| Offline reading | No |
| Personalized feed | Yes |
| Platforms | web, iOS, Android, browser extension |
| RSS support | Not verified |
| Paid publication access | Linked |
| Free trial | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android, Chrome extension |
| Support | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan · 7-day trial (source) |
| Website | ground.news |
| Facts checked | 4 Oct 2026 |
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