# eBookRenta

> Offline reader for managing and viewing rented eBooks and previews. (iPhone/iPad app by Papyless.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ebookrenta/id1124256349 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Papyless](https://appshunter.io/developer/316689746)
- Category: Books, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.78/5 from 117 App Store ratings · 54 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 45 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-06-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ebookrenta/id1124256349/reviews.md

## What is eBookRenta?

Read Your Renta! Rentals Offline!!

With this app you can...

1) Store lots of your Renta! rentals on your iPhone/iPad/iPod touch!

2) Download free previews!


App Features

1) Bookshelves
Allows you to download and organize your rentals easily, so you can read your rentals without having to go to the main website.

2) E-reader
Download content quickly and easily. You can even start reading the downloaded pages while you wait for the rest to finish!


How to Use This App

Downloading and Viewing Rented Content
NOTE: You cannot download anything onto the app via a PC. Please use your iPhone/iPad/iPod touch.

a) Sign in to Renta via Safari.
NOTE: If you use a different browser, you may be unable to download content.
b) Go to your Rental List on the website, and then tap the "Download" button next to the content you want to download.
c) The message "Open in 'Renta! Reader'?" will appear on screen. Select "Open" to start the download. Content will be saved to your default Bookshelf.


Reading Previews

a) Tap the "Previews" icon to open the Previews page.
b) Tap the "Preview" button next to the content you wish to read.
c) The message "Please Confirm" will appear on screen. Select "OK" to start the download. Content will be saved to your default Bookshelf.
d) The message "Download Complete. Read now?" will appear on screen. Select "Yes" to open the downloaded preview.

## Key features

- Offline rental access
- Download free previews
- Organize with bookshelves
- Integrated e-reader
- Quick content download

## Recent user reviews (10 of 54)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ebookrenta/id1124256349/reviews.md

### 2/5 — App needs serious revamp update

*2024-05-12*

I love Renta, I read on there all the time. I also use this app. HOWEVER, recently the app has been crashing frequently whenever creating a new bookshelf… and I hate to compare apps but I really think Renta should consider revamping their ancient app into something similar to BookWalker’s app. I’m sure if Renta can release a much needed 2.0 version, it should look into BookWalker’s UI where it will be easier to view books bought and can download to their app straight from the app’s purchased library.

### 3/5 — Very Basic, But Does the Job

*2024-01-18*

The transfer of books from their internet website, too the app, is seamless, and quick (however, you have to wait on the app until the book has fully downloaded, as the download will freeze if you leave). I like how the books are displayed on the bookshelves - it's visually appealing.
Improvements I would like to see are an ability to search for books by title or author, as there currently isn't a search option, and it can take a while to find a particular title, if you have a lot of books. A "tags" option could be good as well, as I often have books that fall into multiple categories, but I can only put them on one bookshelf. Tags would make it easier for me to find books of a certain theme or genre. I'd want to be able to create my own tags, for the most efficient sorting of my stories.
Lastly, of course, please make VertiComics available to download to the app! I'm put off buying them at the minute, as I hardly read anything that's not on my app!

In summary, this app in a handy and quick way to access your books, but is lacking a lot of features. It has been fast operating, and glitch-free, which is good 🙂

### 1/5 — Shame

*2023-06-21*

I loved this app and used it for ages, but one day I was booted out of my account and when I logged in all the books I’d bought were gone. I emailed customer support but was just told that my library was empty and there was nothing I could do. It’s a shame because I was wanting to read the rest of the books and now there’s nothing :’(

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2022-07-22, version 1.0.4*

It completely stopped working and hasn’t been updated in a year. It’s a waste of time. Honestly even when it did “work” it was buggy and frustrating.

### 2/5 — I can’t get this app to work (updated)

*2022-06-19*

Update: after all that, I finally got chapters to download by using Firefox on iOS, in the Firefox menu “request mobile site”, which somehow brought up a notice that I was now switched into desktop mode instead, then I switched it back to mobile mode. Then the download buttons finally appeared. For Safari, to get it to work, I went into the settings and toggled off “request desktop site”. The Renta website should add something to its help text about this because if it won’t work with common browser settings people need to know how to make it work.
For the app itself, is there a way to set the view by series, not have the whole shelf cluttered with individual chapters? That would be nice.
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I bought manga from the Renta website (which was already a frustrating experience because it wouldn’t accept my credit card and I had to refill the entire form every time that happened, why not make it easier by accepting Apple Pay?), and following the directions I’m using the latest iOS and latest Renta app, using Safari, but there’s no download button visible in my library on the website, not in list or gallery view or by chapter or by series. I can’t find the option to download anywhere. If it’s not possible because of location issues or for specific titles then the help text should say that. It’s frustrating to waste time trying to figure out something that won’t ever work.

### 4/5 — A little confusing but works

*2022-05-16*

Does what it’s suppose to do. It’s not an app to browse the website but to read your books you have bought from the site, which then adds them to your bookshelf for your phone. But you need to use the website to add your books to the app :)

### 1/5 — Useless

*2021-10-14, version 1.0.4*

App completely useless. Wanted to read Hana and the Beast and the app just has a bunch of previews and no search function. Why put ads up for a story people can’t find. Have to use the website.

### 1/5 — Why can’t I access my account

*2021-10-09*

I have a Renta account but I can’t log in with this app.

### 1/5 — App Updates

*2021-09-28, version 1.0.4*

I really love Renta! online but if they had an app that would be even better! The current version of the app isn’t user friendly, doesn’t allow you to sign in, look at new books, or anything else. Having to go to my browser all the time can be a hassle so please update the app soon! 😭

### 3/5 — Hmmm

*2021-09-20, version 1.0.4*

Are y’all serious or am I being pranked?

So once you get to a certain number you can’t even change put the old books for new ones. Now it’s just full of old books and useless. 

It was ok when it was working.

## Frequently asked questions about eBookRenta

### What does eBookRenta do?

eBookRenta allows you to download and read your rented eBooks offline on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch. It also lets you download and read free previews of books.

### How do I download rented content?

You need to sign in to Renta via Safari on your iOS device, go to your Rental List, and tap the 'Download' button. Select 'Open in Renta! Reader' to start the download. Content will be saved to your default Bookshelf.

### Can I download content using a PC?

No, you cannot download anything onto the app via a PC. Downloads must be initiated directly from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch using Safari.

### Is eBookRenta free to use?

Yes, the application itself is free to download and use. The description does not mention any costs associated with the app, nor does it indicate in-app purchases or subscriptions.

### What devices is eBookRenta compatible with?

The app is designed for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It allows you to store and read your rentals on these Apple devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.5 — 2022-08-23

- The novel viewer has been changed.

### 1.0.4 — 2020-12-15

- Fixed small bugs.

### 1.0.3 — 2018-06-25

- Small bug fix.

### 1.0.2 — 2017-09-07

- Small bug fix

### 1.0.1 — 2017-02-28

- Bug fix

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