After weeks of development, the time has come: Wave Reader, my RSS feed reader for iOS, is entering the beta phase. The app runs stable, the core features are in place \u2013 now I'm looking for testers.
What is Wave Reader?
Wave Reader is a fast, distraction-free RSS feed reader for anyone who follows many information sources \u2013 without being overwhelmed by algorithm chaos.
No ads. No dark patterns. No cloud required. Just your feeds, organized the way you want, with offline support and full control.
Why Wave Reader?
I wanted a feed reader that feels calm. One that gives me control over which sources I follow \u2013 without algorithms or ads getting in the way.
Most feed readers are either overloaded with features or try to push you into a subscription model. Wave Reader is different:
- Smart Folders & Tags: Organize your feeds by your own rules
- Offline Mode: All articles are stored locally \u2013 read even without internet
- No Accounts: Everything stays on your device, no cloud sync required
- Distraction-free: Clean design, no ads, no notification spam
What Does "Beta" Mean?
The app is functional and stable enough for daily use. All core features \u2013 feed import, offline sync, folder system, reading list \u2013 are working.
But: I'm still smoothing out the last rough edges, optimizing performance, and finding edge cases that I missed during testing. For that, I need your feedback.
What I Need From Beta Testers
Honest feedback. Which features are missing? What feels off? Where does it get stuck? What would you do differently?
You don't need to be a tech expert. On the contrary: I'm looking for people who simply use the app and tell me what isn't intuitive.
What's Next?
Based on your feedback, I'll continue refining the app:
- Performance optimizations for large feed lists
- Improvements to the import flow
- More customization options for the article view
- Bug fixes and stability improvements
The goal: A version I can confidently submit to the App Store.
Built with Vibe Coding
Wave Reader is the first major project I built entirely with the Vibe Coding approach: With AI assistance, a clear focus on what matters, and without feature bloat.
From architecture to UI to offline sync \u2013 everything was created in close collaboration with Claude, Cursor, and ChatGPT. Not as autopilot, but as a sparring partner for better decisions.