Welcome to the December 2025 installment of AnonyMouse's App Pick of the Month. This month, my pick is Mona 7 for Mastodon, an app that continues to raise the bar for what an accessible social networking experience can be on iOS. I chose Mona this month because version 7 builds on the strong foundation of the previous releases that many of us in the VoiceOver community already considered essential.
For blind and low vision users on Mastodon, Mona has long been one of the go-to apps—and version 7 makes it clear why. This is not just another Mastodon client; it’s an app that feels thoughtfully designed from the ground up with accessibility in mind.
Community Roots and a Trusted Developer
One of the biggest reasons Mona stands out is its pedigree. The developer behind Mona is the same person who created Spring for Twitter, a name that still carries a lot of love and respect in the blind and low vision community. Spring set a gold standard for VoiceOver support “back in the day,” and that same philosophy clearly lives on in Mona.
Within the accessibility community—and especially among VoiceOver users—Mona is often recommended as a must-have Mastodon app. You won’t find another client that puts this much care into screen reader flow, labeling, rotor actions, and efficient navigation. It’s obvious that the developer listens closely to community feedback and continues refining the experience based on real-world use.
Built Around VoiceOver
What truly sets Mona apart is how deeply it’s written around VoiceOver. From timelines to profiles, posting tools to settings, everything feels intentional. Navigation is logical, controls are clearly labeled, and powerful features are exposed in ways that actually make sense when using gestures and rotor actions.
Rather than treating accessibility as an afterthought, Mona treats it as a core feature. That approach is rare—and incredibly valuable—especially in social media apps, where accessibility is often inconsistent at best.
Why I’m Picking Mona 7 This Month
I’m picking Mona 7 for Mastodon this month because it represents continuity and growth. It builds on an already excellent app, refines what worked, and continues to evolve alongside the needs of the VoiceOver user community. The ongoing development, attention to feedback, and clear devotion to accessibility are what keep Mona thriving.
If you’re a Mastodon user who relies on VoiceOver—or if you’re just looking for the most polished, feature-rich, and accessible Mastodon experience available on iOS—Mona 7 is simply in a class of its own.
That’s why Mona 7 for Mastodon is my App Pick of the Month.
Download the App
Mona 7 for Mastodon is available now on the App Store.
Platform: iOS
Price: Free to download, with optional in-app purchases
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mona-7-for-mastodon/id6755672518
AppleVis App Directory: https://applevis.com/apps/ios/social-networking/mona-7-mastodon
Now It’s Your Turn
Are you using Mona 7 already? What features stand out most to you with VoiceOver? If you’ve been a longtime Mona user—or even a former Spring for Twitter fan—I’d love to hear how this latest version fits into your Mastodon experience. Share your thoughts, tips, and favorite features with the community!