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Real Simple Print Magazine

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  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12 x 9 x 0.5 inches; 4.96 ounces
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ September 25, 2014
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B002PXW1IE
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 15,129 ratings

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Customers enjoy this magazine for its well-written articles and helpful tips on organization, with recipes that are simple to make. They appreciate its practical beauty tips and find it entertaining, with one customer noting it covers both cooking and entertaining content. While the magazine offers good value with design ideas at various price points, customers find it over-advertised.

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402 customers mention "Magazine quality"394 positive8 negative

Customers enjoy the articles in this magazine, describing it as beautiful and a great read, with one customer particularly appreciating the product recommendations.

"...I canceled my subscription. It is a good magazine, just not for men who have a lot of house skills...." Read more

"...Within those chapters are great articles "Getting Ahead of the Mess", "How To Clean Anything", "Car-Washing Crash Course", "Take Control of Your..." Read more

"...And the cover! so bright and attractive- kind of draws one to it! Lots of recipes too!" Read more

"...All in all, I find this to be a great magazine, and much cheaper to buy a subscription for around $24 than to pay $5 monthly for the magazine at the..." Read more

357 customers mention "Advice"309 positive48 negative

Customers find the magazine's advice helpful, with many appreciating its organization tips and practical ideas for everyday life.

"...Good ideas on using stuff you might toss, (No new ideas for me ... all I already knew) Guys..." Read more

"...The articles are truly thoughtful and informative and each issues' theme seems to be directed towards me personally...." Read more

"...no, I could not cut this out! It has simple tips on different subjects and a lot of articles brief enough to read while waiting on line or at the..." Read more

"...Some of my favorite features include ideas for books to read (readers write in to recommend books and why), and reviews for everyday items such as "..." Read more

142 customers mention "Value for money"132 positive10 negative

Customers find the magazine offers good value for money, with suggestions for design at various price points, and one customer mentions it provides many money-saving tips.

"...All in all, I find this to be a great magazine, and much cheaper to buy a subscription for around $24 than to pay $5 monthly for the magazine at the..." Read more

"...That's why I purchased it at Amazon when saw the super low price. The two copies I have received so far still have great content...." Read more

"...book to read...from quick hair do's and make up makeovers, to dressing on a budget. You'll love this magazine-I do, and so do my friends...." Read more

"...I don't feel overwhelmed with constant advertisements and overpriced anything, unlike other magazines...." Read more

106 customers mention "Ease of reading"93 positive13 negative

Customers find the magazine easy to read, with well-written articles that are simple to follow.

"...and beginners handyman mag...." Read more

"...The articles are truly thoughtful and informative and each issues' theme seems to be directed towards me personally...." Read more

"...It has simple tips on different subjects and a lot of articles brief enough to read while waiting on line or at the drs office...." Read more

"...Its written in an upbeat tone and broken down into sections that are quickly read...." Read more

89 customers mention "Recipes"83 positive6 negative

Customers enjoy the recipes in the magazine, finding them simple to make and appreciate the pictures that accompany them. One customer particularly likes the dinner menu ideas, while another mentions the meal plans are straightforward.

"...so bright and attractive- kind of draws one to it! Lots of recipes too!" Read more

"...Never have I ever seen such beautiful pictures, food ideas & every page filled with information & ideas for entertaining." Read more

"Has lots of information & different stories, and recipes. Best magazine, I read cover to cover." Read more

"This is the best magazine out there today. I love the recipes that are easy and things my family will eat...." Read more

75 customers mention "Enjoyment"65 positive10 negative

Customers find the magazine enjoyable, with each issue offering interesting content and ideas for entertaining.

"...pictures, food ideas & every page filled with information & ideas for entertaining." Read more

"This is always an enjoyable read...." Read more

"...the thickest magazine I get-not full of ads-but full of useful content from cooking to entertaining, to organization to best book to read...from..." Read more

"...Every article/feature/photo is inspirational and engaging...like spending time with a dear friend!..." Read more

53 customers mention "Decor"50 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the magazine's decor, particularly its practical beauty tips, and one customer notes its well-balanced content from decorating to clothing.

"...to organization to best book to read...from quick hair do's and make up makeovers, to dressing on a budget...." Read more

"...Practical tips. More makeup and fashion than I'll ever want, but the home and business tips are what I'm reading it for, with pet care and travel..." Read more

"...It has tons of useful tips on organizing and home decorating and much more. I found this magazine a few years ago and I have subscribed off and on...." Read more

"...It's colorful and classy. Keep up the good work." Read more

53 customers mention "Advertising"6 positive47 negative

Customers find the magazine's advertising excessive, with many noting that the content is limited and outweighed by promotional material.

"...Sure, why not get it again! Editions seem smaller and more full of ads than I remember. Not likely to renew." Read more

"...I still love it, but it is now much smaller in size, still quite a few ads, and content about the same...." Read more

"The magazine is actually okay, but it used to be WAY better. So many advertisements, especially for pharmaceuticals, the content is only just worth..." Read more

"I love this. It has way too many cosmetic ads but I suppose they have to keep the lights on...." Read more

Not The Real Simple
3 out of 5 stars
Not The Real Simple
I subscribe to this magazine years ago, It has really changed, Not as many articles as there was before, I recall cutting out coupons , not anymore more, I think at there was 1 that I couldn't use. Its like everything else Downsizing. Not Impressed at all, I will not be renewing it that Simple
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  • Dead to self
    5.0 out of 5 stars Women will love this Magazine, or men who do not have handyman skills
    Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2016
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    I thoght this was similar handyman, or this old house type of magazine. It is more fore ideas which are interesting but out of the many in the first magazine there was only one, and at $5 per month it is not worth it for one idea. The magazine is a mix of Gardner Baker mag, Womens Day (Yes have read them, and like that mag better then this one) and beginners handyman mag. Women will love this magazine, it covers mostly "Beautify" old furniture, and rooms, etc. Good ideas on using stuff you might toss, (No new ideas for me ... all I already knew) Guys (Young new out of the house, on their own, or older guys finding the need for ideas to make the wife happy) this mag is for you. I am single, but if that changes then I will probably order the mag again. But for now not worth it to me. I canceled my subscription. It is a good magazine, just not for men who have a lot of house skills. But if want to surprise the Woman (or Women) of the house then every male should get a copy at least to get ideas to surprise them.
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  • danish8ight
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lives Up To The Wonderful Covers.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2020
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    I've always been attracted to the REAL SIMPLE covers often grabbing one at the cashier stand. After a while I noticed quite the collection of issues around the house that weren't getting recycled so I must have been enjoying them. A subscription has proven to be one of the best gifts I have given myself. The articles are truly thoughtful and informative and each issues' theme seems to be directed towards me personally. An example of how a theme continues through each issue is a SPRING CLEANING one which included some chapters titled *The Mind-Set *The Basics *The Tools *The Tough Spots *Extra Credit. Within those chapters are great articles "Getting Ahead of the Mess", "How To Clean Anything", "Car-Washing Crash Course", "Take Control of Your Pet Mess" and many many others including "How To De-Germ a Hotel Room" and a surprisingly useful "What's Your Cleaning Personality". I could go on forever but I'd rather just reread this one. I love having a subscription.
    7 people found this helpful
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  • Lori Hiemier
    5.0 out of 5 stars love it!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2019
    Verified Purchase
    I've been reading this magazine via subscription for over 10 years because I love it. Two years ago I decided to cut back on magazines because no time to read them all but this one? no, I could not cut this out! It has simple tips on different subjects and a lot of articles brief enough to read while waiting on line or at the drs office. In fact, I now give my "old" ones to my doctor personally because she was interested more than once in an article showcased on the cover. And the cover! so bright and attractive- kind of draws one to it! Lots of recipes too!
    91 people found this helpful
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  • Shelly
    4.0 out of 5 stars Most issues are great
    Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2012
    Verified Purchase
    I have subscribed to Real Simple for about 3 years now. Usually, there are really good tips. Some of my favorite features include ideas for books to read (readers write in to recommend books and why), and reviews for everyday items such as "best vacuum cleaners," etc. I like that they test out different everyday items (be it vacuums or shampoo) and then recommend the best for you (there are categories like, "best for budget conscious" or "best all around," etc.). These kinds of things are useful for me. There have also been a few recipes that I have tried and enjoyed from Real Simple. One (a salmon recipe) is a family favorite that I make almost weekly. I also like the page where they suggest other uses for common household items. Who knew?
    Once in a while, I will find an issue that just does nothing for me. Also, I have found that the recipes seem to be going downhill. Maybe for an experienced chef with a very well stocked pantry, but when I read a recipe with 20+ ingredients, and half I've never heard of, I turn the page. Also, some recommended products and fashions are way out of my budget, but there are normally at least a few cheaper options suggested as well (whether it be clothes or household items).
    All in all, I find this to be a great magazine, and much cheaper to buy a subscription for around $24 than to pay $5 monthly for the magazine at the store. I find myself hanging onto these magazines over time, because who knows when I'll need to "clean my laundry room in 15 minutes!" (another regular feature- cleaning rooms fast, exercising certain muscle groups fast, etc.).
    14 people found this helpful
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  • Helena Burke
    5.0 out of 5 stars Easy,breezy good read
    Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2022
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    I love this magazine because it is just what the title says,"Real Simple."It gives lots of easy,usable advice for issues ranging from house cleaning to skin care to social issues.Its written in an upbeat tone and broken down into sections that are quickly read.I've actually read this since it was first published and always find new things to enhance my life!
    10 people found this helpful
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  • Kathleen Stafford
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful articles
    Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2022
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    Native Californian wants to relocate. The magazine reads like a soothing book.
    Never have I ever seen such beautiful pictures, food ideas & every page filled with information & ideas for entertaining.
    6 people found this helpful
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  • MN40Seven
    5.0 out of 5 stars Quality Magazine! I take away something each publishing
    Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2020
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    Love this magazine. Comes on quality paper and ink. So many mags are now made out of almost tissue paper that the pages don’t even turn right, but not this one. From every one of their magazines I take some helpful idea or thought. I like the Your Words and Real Simplifier sections. I am not annoyed by the ads, doesn’t seem like too many.
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