Best Hoshi Reader alternatives: apps like Hoshi Reader

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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10 free apps
Updated November 2026
Hoshi Reader
Hoshi Reader
Manh-Hao Steffen Pham

Hoshi Reader is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Hoshi Reader

Shiori Reader#1

Shiori Reader by Clint Russell Graviet Jr

Read Japanese with ease
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.9(14 ratings)
Free
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This EPUB reader is designed for Japanese language learners. It offers one-tap dictionary lookups, vocabulary saving, and Anki integration to help users expand their Japanese vocabulary and improve reading comprehension.

kotori: Japanese Novel Reader#2

kotori: Japanese Novel Reader by Tatsuhiko Kawana

Furigana, Dictionary, Classics
Strong Contender
📚 Books
5.0(1 ratings)
Free
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This app offers an immersive reading experience for Japanese literature with vertical text and ruby annotations. It includes an offline dictionary for instant word lookups and customizable themes for comfortable reading. Highlight and memo features allow for annotation and saving important passages.

Yom! Aozora Bunko#3

Yom! Aozora Bunko by Seiichirou Tanaka

Aozora Bunko Reader
Worth Considering
📚 Books
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access and read over 17,000 literary classics from Aozora Bunko for free. Customize your reading experience with adjustable display settings, bookmarks, and search functions. An optional premium plan offers an ad-free experience.

More apps like Hoshi Reader

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SORARI
SORARI
SORARI
Read Japanese literature
Free

Access and read Japanese literature from Aozora Bunko. Customize font size, color, and layout for a comfortable reading experience. Discover new and popular books with daily updates and monthly rankings.

Access Aozora Bunko libraryCustomizable font size and colorAdjustable margins and line spacing
📚 Books
(39)
free with in-app purchases
5
Koodo Reader
Koodo Reader
Koodo Reader
Ebook Reading Made Easy
Free

Manage and read your local e-books with a powerful reader supporting numerous formats. Seamlessly integrate with cloud storage and NAS for cross-platform access. Customize your reading experience with adjustable fonts, themes, and optimized layouts.

Broad e-book format supportCloud and NAS integrationCross-device library sync
📚 Books
(11)
free
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Readest - eBook Reader
Readest - eBook Reader
Readest - eBook Reader
EPUB, PDF, sync & read aloud
Free

This app is a powerful ebook reader designed for deep thinkers and researchers. It offers advanced annotation tools, seamless device syncing, and robust library management with OPDS and Calibre support. Enjoy a distraction-free reading experience with customizable modes and multi-book viewing for enhanced study and analysis.

OPDS Online LibrariesCalibre IntegrationSync Across Devices
📚 Books
(197)
free with in-app purchases
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BOOK WALKER (Chinese version)
BOOK WALKER (Chinese version)
BOOK WALKER (Chinese version)
For light novel lovers
Free

Access a vast library of manga and light novels on your iPhone and iPad. Enjoy a premium reading experience with customizable features and offline access. Discover exclusive content and manage your library across multiple devices.

Vast selection of manga and light novelsExclusive gifts and contentEPUB 3 format with vertical layout
📚 Books
(37)
ad-supported
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Thorium Reader
Thorium Reader
Thorium Reader
Read it your way
Free

Organize all your ebooks, comics, and manga in a single app. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text, fonts, and themes. Listen to audiobooks and zoom into visual content with ease.

Unified bookshelf for all contentAdjustable text size and spacingMultiple font options
📚 Books
(13)
free
9
BookFusion
BookFusion
BookFusion
eBook Reader, Manager & Cloud
Free

Manage, read, and organize your eBooks across all devices with seamless cloud synchronization. Customize your reading experience with extensive settings, highlight notes, and text-to-speech functionality. Integrates with Calibre and supports various file formats.

Cross-platform eBook reader and managerCloud sync for reading progress and eBooksCustomizable reading experience
📚 Books
(523)
free with in-app purchases
10
BookWalker: Manga & Novels
BookWalker: Manga & Novels
BookWalker: Manga & Novels
by M12 Media LLC
Free

Access a vast digital library of officially licensed manga, light novels, and manhwa. Discover new series, enjoy exclusive digital bonuses, and save money with regular promotions and rewards. Read your favorite stories anywhere, even offline, with a personalized reading experience.

Extensive library of 76,000+ titlesOfficially licensed manga, light novels, and manhwaExclusive digital DLC and bonuses
📚 Books
(139)
free with in-app purchases