New Statesman
New Statesman: Magazine journalism across web, app and print, with subscriber podcast listening. Ranked #33 of 71 in News and Digital Magazine Subscriptions by our editors (6.1/10); pricing: Paid; best for readers wanting magazine editions and podcasts.
At a glance
- Editor score6.1 / 10
- PricingPaid
- Best forReaders wanting magazine editions and podcasts
- Free planNo
- Publication typeMixed
- Facts checked5 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Digital issues and downloadable single magazine issues in the app
- Subscribers get ad-free podcast listening
- Print-and-digital option includes weekly magazine delivery
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is offered
- Digital magazine editions require an app subscription
- Print delivery may not suit readers seeking digital-only access
Our verdict on New Statesman
New Statesman is a weekly magazine covering politics, international affairs, culture and related topics. It serves readers looking for journalism and commentary in digital or print form, with app-based magazine editions and subscriber podcast listening alongside its website. Access is paid, so it is a fit for readers who want an ongoing publication rather than a free news feed or a general-purpose audio service.
The subscription options separate website reading, magazine delivery and app editions. Digital provides unlimited access to newstatesman.com and ad-free podcast listening. Print and digital adds weekly magazine delivery while retaining website access and ad-free listening. Separate monthly and annual app subscriptions provide digital magazine issues. The published starting price is 8.99; it is a UK price and may differ by region. The product is not presented as a bundle with other publications, so its appeal rests on New Statesman content rather than bundled access.
Its format mix is the main distinction: the app offers full digital editions and single issues for download, while an online archive gives subscribers a way to access older material. Web, Android and iOS coverage supports reading across browser and mobile. Choose it if you value magazine-style political and cultural journalism, archive access, or a print copy alongside digital reading; the ad-free podcast benefit may also matter if you listen to its shows. Look elsewhere if a free plan, a broad publication bundle, or podcast access as a standalone product is central to your choice. Support is listed by email, which may be less suitable for readers who need phone or live-chat help.
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New Statesman fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Publication type | Mixed |
| Publication bundle | No |
| Archive access | Yes |
| Audio content | Yes |
| Ad-free access | Yes |
| Gift subscription | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Android, iOS |
| Support | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Paid (source) |
| Website | newstatesman.com |
| Facts checked | 5 Oct 2026 |
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- The New York TimesA paid news subscription with breaking alerts, audio and video, plus a broader All Access bundle.9.4
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