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Ground News

Ground News

Android Snapwise Inc.(dba Ground News)
4.7 Popularity

Addictive news app that shows media bias

System Requirements

Updated
July 28, 2025
Age Rating
Teen
Android
Android 6.0++
Package Name
com.checkitt

So here's my honest take on Ground News. I've tested a bunch of news apps and this one's pretty unique. I like how it cuts through the noise and shows you the political leanings of each source - that's super helpful for getting a balanced perspective. The media ownership info is also an eye-opener. The app does have a few issues though - it can be glitchy at times and the design is a little bland. But if you want to escape those filter bubbles, this is a great option.

Manya Lyalya
AUTHOR: Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros

  • Tons of news sources with political bias labels
  • Reveals news blindspots and media ownership
  • Free to use, don't have to pay for the good features
  • Covers a wide range of topics beyond just politics

Cons

  • Can be buggy and crash occasionally
  • Interface is a bit basic and uninspired
  • Notifications can get spammy if you don't adjust settings
  • Requires a bit of effort to get the most out of it
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Been using Ground News for a couple months now. It’s basically a news aggregator that shows you the bias and reliability of every source you read. Pretty solid app if you’re into keeping up with current events and avoiding those pesky media echo chambers.

Here’s what you do: you can browse tons of news stories from over 50K sources, and it’ll tell you if that source is left-leaning, right-leaning, or centrist. There’s also a feature that shows you news blindspots – stories that aren’t getting much coverage. And you can check the ownership of news outlets, which is kinda cool.

Look, if you’re into staying informed but sick of the biased news, you’ll probably like this. It’s not perfect – the app can be a bit buggy sometimes – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out.

User Reviews

J P October 24, 2025

I really wanted to like this app, as it appeared to have priorities straight. However, the privacy is a major concern with this app. A tracking blocking software reports that...

Mega Pixel October 24, 2025

This is a great app if you are into the news. It's been one of the best news hub in the form of the app that I have ever found....

Emilie Moore October 24, 2025

My favorite news app, good for keeping things clear as things continue to go sideways here in the US. If I could make a request to the team though: it...

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