Roadmap
We have planned some interesting features for future releases of Couch to further improve your reading experience and supporting you to organise your Pocket contents.
Couch offers an one-time purchase that unlocks additional features targeted for pro users. Upcoming Pro features will be automatically unlocked for all buyers.
Upcoming
Safari/Browser Extension(s)In considerationHighlightsIn considerationAuto-Archive and Batch EditIn considerationiCloud Read-Later ServiceIn considerationNative Apple Vision SupportIn considerationFull Library Import/ExportIn consideration- released
3.4.2
Bug FixesFixes Pocket Sync issues and improves stabilityiOS/iPadOS 17+ & macOS 14+15 July 24 - released
3.4.1
Bug FixesFixes Pocket Sync issues and improves stabilityiOS/iPadOS 17+ & macOS 14+13 July 24 - released
3.4
[PRO] Share, Copy and ExportArticles can be shared, copied and exported in various formats (PDF, HTML, Markdown, Plain Text).[PRO] Customize ToolbarOn iOS, the toolbar can be customized, like on iPadOS.HelpA new help section can be found in Settings (iOS/iPadOS) or the Help menu (macOS).Performance ImprovementsImprovements of Couch’s speed and response time.iOS/iPadOS 17+ & macOS 14+23 April 24 - released
3.3
[PRO] Library: SitesBrowse your libary grouped by sites.[PRO] Advanced Window ManagementArticles can now be opened in separate windows. (iPad & Mac)Add LinksYou can now add new links to your library directly in Couch.Configuration of the Standard Detail ViewChoose whether articles open in reader view, web view, or the most recently selected view.[PRO] Configure Swipe GesturesConfigure the swipe gestures of list items in the library.Keyboard Shortcuts ExpandedFor example, use CMD+F to activate search or CMD+1 to jump to the inbox. (iPad & Mac)Configure Confirmation Before DeletionAre you annoyed by the confirmation before deleting? You can now deactivate this in the settings.iOS/iPadOS 17+ & macOS 14+31 Mar 24 - released
3.2.1
Bug FixesFixes of some crashes and other errors.iOS/iPadOS 17+ & macOS 14+15 Mar 24 - released
3.2
Offline SupportYour articles can be automatically cached on your device to speed up loading times and be read offline. With PRO you have more control over the number of cached items.Logical SearchThe greatly improved search now allows you to find articles whose title, excerpt, URL and tags contain all search terms (AND) or at least one of the search terms (OR). In addition, you can now search directly for articles with specific tags.[PRO] More FontsWould you like more fonts to choose from for the reader view? With PRO there are now more options.[PRO] Library Appearance SettingsAdjust the appearance of list items in the library in the settings.Reader View ImprovementsYour articles will be displayed more completely and correctly in the reader view.Increased Share Extension CompatibilityYou can now save links directly to Couch via the share menu in many more apps.iOS/iPadOS 17+ & macOS 14+19 Feb 24 - released
3.1.1
Bug FixImprovement of Pocket login with third-party browsers.iOS/iPadOS 17+ & macOS 14+05 Feb 24 - released
3.1
[PRO] RemindersSet time-based (iOS/iPadOS/macOS) and location-based (iOS/iPadOS) reminders.[PRO] Statistic WidgetShow your reading statistics on the home screen. Other widgets got a visual refresh.iOS/iPadOS 17+ & macOS 14+24 Jan 24 - released
3.0
Optimized for iOS/iPadOS 17 and macOS Sonoma 14Support for the latest OS generation and use of new features.Performance ImprovementsImprovements of Couch’s speed and response time.Enhancements to Reader ViewDirect access to the settings in reader view and ability to adjust the content width (iPad/Mac, PRO) and line spacing (PRO).Iterative Initial SynchronizationThe initial synchronization with Pocket now takes place iteratively and therefore now supports very large libraries, no longer blocks the use of Couch until it is completed and can be canceled in the settings.[PRO] Quick SharingOption for the sharing extension to save directly to Couch without further confirmation.InspectorAccess article and image metadata via the new inspector.iOS/iPadOS 17+ & macOS 14+1 Nov 23 - released
2.3.2
Bug FixesImproved detection of PRO payment statusiOS/iPadOS 16+ & macOS 13.1+21 Oct 23 - released
2.3.1
Bug FixesRead aloud doesn't crash anymore directly when starting. In addition, some background changes in preparation for 3.0.iOS/iPadOS 16+ & macOS 13.1+9 Oct 23 - released
2.3
Article Parser ImprovementsArticles are rendered more completely and correctly in reader view.Performance ImprovementsImproving performance and responsiveness across devices.Bug FixesNumerous bug fixes in all areas of the app.iOS/iPadOS 16+ & macOS 13.1+18 Jun 23 - released
2.2
Performance ImprovementsImproved performance and responsiveness especially with larger libraries, on older mobile devices and on macOS.[PRO] Image PreviewUse the image preview to enlarge, save or share images.App ShortcutsIntegrate Couch into your workflows with the new App Shortcuts.iOS/iPadOS 16+ & macOS 13.1+25 Apr 23 - released
2.1
Mastodon supportIn addition to Tweets, Mastodon Toots are now also supported in reader view and in the filters.Share extention improvementsImproved compatibility with browsers, direct favoriting and archiving in the share dialog, as well as tagging on macOS.[PRO] Configure „Read Now“Choose between many new display filters and change the order and visibility.[PRO] Reading historyTrack your reading history. Synced across devices.[PRO] Table of contents for articlesNavigate within longer articles using a new table of contents.iOS/iPadOS 16+ & macOS 13.1+12 Mar 23 - released
2.0.1
Bug FixesProblems with the display of alternative app icons and the synchronization of collections have been fixed. In addition, the initial synchronization has been improved.iOS/iPadOS 16+ & macOS 13.1+12 Feb 23 - released
2.0
Made for iOS/iPadOS 16Couch has been fully optimized and refined for the latest version of iOS and iPadOS.Couch for macOS is hereVersion 2 is now also available for macOS.More app iconsChoose from alternative app icons.Improved read aloud functionHave texts read to you – now also in the background.Revised settingsThe settings have been completely revised for a better overview.iOS/iPadOS 16+ & macOS 13.1+8 Feb 23 - released
1.4
Search ImprovementsUse filters to search more accurately.Shortcuts ImprovementsSupport of tags for the “Add to Couch” shortcut and a new, customisable “Get from Couch” shortcut.[PRO] Widgets ImprovementsA new widget with random articles and customisation for the Read Now widget.[PRO] CollectionsUse collections to automatically organise your Pocket articles based on various filters.iOS/iPadOS 15.5+11 Nov 22 - released
1.3
Cache SettingsYou can review and delete locally saved websites and media in settings.Last SearchesYour recent searches are saved so you can quickly repeat them.[PRO] Black & White ThemeChoose the black and white theme for a neutral interface to focus on the content.iOS/iPadOS 15.5+17 Sep 22 - released
1.2
Support for YouTubeYouTube videos can now be displayed and played directly in reader view.Integration of Internet ArchiveArticles whose URLs no longer work (e.g. 404) are automatically loaded via the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine (if available).More Improvements for Reader ViewMore images are now displayed in reader view and colored links can be disabled in settings.iOS/iPadOS 15.0+17 Aug 22 - released
1.1
Read now: Statistic and Random PicksKeep track of the monthly number of items added and archived and receive random reading recommendations from your inbox.Support for TweetsIndividual tweets can now be opened in reader view.Bugfixes and ImprovementsFixed some bugs and added several minor improvements.iOS/iPadOS 15.0+25 Jul 22 - released
1.0
Initial releaseiOS/iPadOS 15.0+26 Jun 22
Version 3.4.2, Free