Tech riderRev. 28 Sept 2026
- 1Runs oniOS, Mac
- 2CostsFree plan
- 3Offline accessYes
- 4HighlightingYes
- 5Full-text searchYes
- 6Browser extensionYes
- 7Mobile appsYes
- 8Highlight exportYes
8 lines stated Written from the maker's own pages: couchreader.app, apps.apple.com
Overview
Couch is ranked #4 of 28 in read-IT-later apps on Specifiction, made by Couch (Vienna, Austria). It runs on iOS, macOS. There is a free plan.
Couch plans and pricing
All plansPro (Early Supporters) Not published Advanced features · Lifetime access apps.apple.com · 22 Sept 2026
Pro (Legacy Lifetime) Not published Advanced features · Lifetime access apps.apple.com · 22 Sept 2026
Pro Not published apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
Compared on read-IT-later apps
- Free plan
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- Offline access
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- Highlighting
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- Full-text search
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- Browser extension
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- Mobile apps
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- Highlight export
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Facts
- Free Tier
- The free version includes unlimited saves and basic features.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Pro Billing
- Pro is unlocked through a one-time in-app purchase.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Review Price
- One reviewer said they paid an extra $2.99 for Pro.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Supported Platforms
- The app is available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- OS Optimization
- It is optimized for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe 26.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- iCloud Sync
- Content syncs across Apple devices through iCloud without a separate account.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Privacy Model
- The app says it has no sign-up, no tracking, and no ads.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Data Storage
- User data is stored in iCloud and is not tracked, mined, or sold.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Private Processing
- Apple Intelligence summaries and tag suggestions are processed on-device.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Browser Extensions
- Extensions are available for Safari, Firefox, Chrome, and compatible browsers.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Content Search
- Search can find content by title, tag, author, or website.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Content Organization
- Users can organize saved items with tags, folders, and smart folders.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Highlights And Notes
- Saved items support highlights, comments, and summaries.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Offline Reading
- Saved content can be read offline with the built-in reader.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Feedback Support
- The developer requests feedback, suggestions, bug reports, and reviews.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
- Developer
- The App Store lists Alexander Johmann as the developer.apps.apple.com · 28 Sept 2026
Company
- Headquarters
- Vienna, Austriacouchreader.app · 28 Sept 2026
Best Couch alternatives
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Where it ranks on Specifiction
- Best Read-It-Later Apps in 2026#4 of 28
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Sources
- apps.apple.com/us/app/couch-read-later/id963584693· checked 28 Sept 2026
- couchreader.app· checked 28 Sept 2026