Your own app. Straightforward pricing.
Two plans, both professionally built and launched by Curio. Pick the one that fits your publication.
Founding PublishersPreferred implementation pricing for a few independent publishers.See the invitationCurio Publish
Professional mobile publishing, without the complexity.
$650/month
$1,995 one-time implementation
Your publication, fully branded, professionally configured and connected to your WordPress newsroom.
- Native apps for iOS and Android, in your brand
- Professional branding and configuration
- WordPress publishing integration
- Choice of standard app templates
- Configurable navigation and content sections
- Automatic article publishing
- Push notifications
- Reader accounts and subscription support
- Standard paywall integration
- Standard display advertising
- Audio and video support
- Reader engagement features
- Google Analytics 4 integration
- App Store and Google Play submission
- Ongoing platform maintenance and updates
- Standard technical support
A complete, standardized app. New features, custom layouts and integrations are quoted separately.
Curio Newsroom Pro
Advanced publishing, monetization and editorial intelligence.
$895/month
Implementation from $3,995
Everything in Publish, plus advanced editorial capabilities, greater integration flexibility and Curio Intelligence.
- Everything in Curio Publish
- Special Coverage hubs for big, ongoing stories
- Advanced advertising formats and placements
- Curio Intelligence article idea generation
- 100 AI article idea generations per month
- Expanded design and layout configuration
- Advanced editorial and content presentation options
- Support for additional plugin integrations
- Integration assessment for existing newsroom systems
- Alternative CMS integration options
- Priority technical support
Includes up to 100 article idea generations a month and Special Coverage drafting. Custom development and nonstandard integrations are scoped separately. Curio may offer preferential development pricing for strategically valuable integrations, at its discretion.
Both plans require an initial 12-month subscription commitment.
An invitation to independent publishers
Help shape what’s next for independent news.
We’re inviting a few independent news organizations to become Curio Founding Publishers.
As an early partner, you’ll receive preferred implementation pricing, a direct voice in our product’s evolution, and the opportunity to help shape a publishing platform built specifically for newsrooms like yours.
The same Curio platform. The same ongoing support. A little more opportunity to make it your own.
Founding Publisher pricing
| Publish | Newsroom Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Founding implementation | $995 | From $1,995 |
| Standard implementation | From | |
| Monthly subscription | $650 | $895 |
The founding price applies to the standard base implementation only. Additional custom development and nonstandard integrations are quoted separately. Monthly subscription pricing is unchanged.
Preferred launch pricing
Reduced implementation costs without compromising the quality of your app or ongoing service.
A voice in what’s next
Share feedback directly with the Curio team and help influence future product development.
Early access opportunities
Be among the first to explore selected new Curio capabilities as they become available.
Available to a limited number of qualifying publishers who enter into a paid 12-month agreement. Subject to availability and project scope.
Wondering how many subscribers it would take to cover the cost?Use the mobile app ROI calculator
We build it. You run your newsroom.
Implementation is a required, one-time service. We handle branding, supported integrations, testing and app-store preparation, then support the platform after launch.
- Curio handles the technical setup
- Your app is configured around your brand
- We connect your CMS and supported integrations
- We configure subscription and advertising systems, as applicable
- We handle testing and app-store submission preparation
- Your newsroom keeps its existing workflow
Complex integrations may require extra work. We’ll confirm the scope and price before you commit.
- All prices in USD.
- One-time implementation required to launch: $1,995 for Publish, from $3,995 for Newsroom Pro.
- 12-month subscription agreement.
- Additional custom development and integrations quoted separately.
- Curio can also manage your CMS implementation for an additional fee.
- Third-party service and app-store fees, where applicable, are not included.
Pricing questions
What does implementation include?
Implementation is a required, one-time service. Curio handles branding and configuration, connects your CMS and supported integrations, sets up subscriptions and advertising where applicable, and prepares your app for the App Store and Google Play.
How long is the agreement?
Both plans start with a 12-month subscription agreement. All prices are in USD.
Can implementation costs be spread over time?
For qualifying publishers, Curio may offer flexible implementation payment arrangements, including installments during the first year. Ask our team about available options.
Can Curio manage our CMS as well?
Yes. Because Curio works so closely with your CMS, we can also manage your CMS implementation for an additional fee. Ask us about it when we scope your project.
What isn’t included in the price?
Custom development and nonstandard integrations are quoted separately. Third-party service and app-store fees, where applicable, are not included.
Who can become a Founding Publisher?
We’re inviting a few independent news organizations that enter into a paid 12-month agreement. Places are limited and subject to availability and project scope.
Start your app
Know what you need? Great. Not sure? We’ll help you choose.
