Reviews frequently highlight the heavy, "real-world" issues that defined this season:

: The season also touches on Rob Kardashian's struggles with his health and lifestyle changes. Season 9 of 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' in Review

: Customers gave it a more favorable 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 184 global ratings.

The season received mixed reactions across major review platforms:

: Individual episodes typically score between 3.6 and 4.6 out of 10 .

: The season opener focuses on Kris and Caitlyn (then Bruce) Jenner's separation after 23 years of marriage.