# IchigoReader - Translate Manga — Translate Manga Automatically

> Automatic manga translator with high OCR quality for various file types. (iPhone/iPad app by Ichigo LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ichigoreader-translate-manga/id1641432177 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ichigo LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1641432179)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 78 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: Korean, Greek, Dutch, Danish, German (Germany), Latvian, Russian, Romanian, Lithuanian, Malay and 28 more
- Released: 2022-08-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ichigoreader-translate-manga/id1641432177/reviews.md

## What is IchigoReader?

Best-in-class manga translation and OCR quality
Supports PDF, ZIP, and image uploads
Uses full-context on PDFs and ZIPs for max accuracy

Subscription service with a free trial—no registration required.

## Key features

- High-quality manga translation
- Advanced OCR capabilities
- Supports PDF, ZIP, and image uploads
- Full-context analysis for accuracy
- Subscription service with free trial

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tier 1 | $8.99 | per month |
| Tier 2 | $24.99 | per month |


## What do users think of IchigoReader?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Great translation quality
- 👍 Useful for manga reading
- 👍 Works well on PC
- 👍 Good value for price
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Helpful for understanding
- 👍 App is back on App Store
- 👍 Smooth operation
- 👍 Works as intended

**Cons**

- 🐛 Translation issues on iOS
- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🐛 Not working on Safari
- 🐛 Login system confusing
- 🐛 Text bubbles overlap
- 🐛 Requires payment/subscription
- 🐛 False advertising (free claims)
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance
- 🐛 Compatibility issues on older devices
- 🐛 Extension breaks easily
- 🐛 Problems with longform pages
- 🐛 App is broken/unusable for some
- 🐛 Stuck on pop-ups
- 🐛 Doesn't work on mobile
- 🐛 Icon flashes but no read
- 🐛 Needs multiple reopens
- 🐛 Cannot turn on extension
- 🐛 Site access issues
- 🐛 Paywall
- 🐛 Feed the hamster message

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Longform pages only translate a few panels
- Strawberries spin in corner indefinitely
- Compatibility for older Apple devices declined
- Every page flickers before translating
- English OCR error pops up on non-English pages
- Safari extension no longer works on iOS
- iOS was broken by Apple
- Login system is confusing
- Bugs: won't let you translate next page
- Text bubble overlap
- App is broken and unusable
- Membership never translates, stuck on pop-up
- App does not work on Safari anymore
- Extension breaks and needs reinstallation
- Translations for long scroll forms load forever
- Icon flashes but does not read image
- Text bubbles overlap each other
- Makes you reopen extension multiple times
- Developer contact needed for extension
- Site access option not found
- Kept asking for site access repeatedly
- Unable to log in on phones

**Most requested features**

- Add Alipay or WeChat pay subscription options
- Bring app to Android
- Add a repair button for bugs
- Add a crop feature for translation
- More features please

## Recent user reviews (10 of 78)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ichigoreader-translate-manga/id1641432177/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Translator works, Browser Extension issue

*2026-08-02, version 2.4*

Hello. 

The translations are good, but after the recent update on mobile (at least the iPad version) the pop up browser extension for settings, tools, and login has shrunk. Compressing in on itself. I can no longer click on the switch to translate.

### 5/5 — Amazing translation

*2025-12-21, version 2.1*

It’s worth the price a response team is very good. I’ve been using this for years now.

### 4/5 — Not sure if I'm missing something?

*2025-12-07, version 2.1*

I'm on tier two upgrade and for some reason, all my longform pages only translate one to two manga panels, then the little strawberries just spin in the corner for the rest. I've sat for only over ten minutes before and it never translated. I did try multiple different mangas. I feel like this is a great app but there's something stunting it for me :/

### 5/5 — Real nice

*2025-11-22, version 2.1*

This is the one. This one right here. Like rull rull good, rull smooth. Like a strawberry milkshake.

### 5/5 — 增加订阅方式

*2025-11-21, version 2.1*

麻烦在网页增加 Alipay或者WeChat pay 的订阅方式

### 4/5 — It’s better than most if not all alternatives

*2025-11-01, version 2.1*

Glad the app is back on the App Store for the last how many months. I’ve still had the app and been using it like normal just scared to accidentally delete it and loose it forever 😅. Also I’m glad the app it self is actually useful unlike the old one where it was just the extension that was important. Haven’t used the new one that much yet, but I already bumped up my old score on the old version of the app which was a 3stars before just because of a few bugs I found. Hopefully everything is better than ever with this app and even before with it being 3 stars it was the best translator for mangas I’ve ever used and I’ve used a lot.

### 5/5 — App is being updated again

*2025-10-15, version 2.0*

The compatibility for older apple devices declined with the new update. I’m probably going to upgrade soon. So now every page flickers 0.5 seconds right before translating, and sometimes the English OCR error pops up despite the page not being in english. I cant really complain since I'm past the 5 year mark on my iPad PRO. 

It’s a great service for the price.

### 5/5 — iOS is being updated again… but

*2025-10-11*

It’s nice to see the iOS updated again… but on my rather old ipad pro (2nd generation) the update caused every page that is translated to flicker white (flashbang) for 0.5 sec and then the translation appears. 

This didn't happen before (been on a subscription for over half a year now). I’m probably going to upgrade my iPad in the future- maybe it’s cause mine is just too old.

Aside from that issue… it’s a great service for the price.

### 5/5 — Problematic iOS release? Update: not anymore!

*2025-10-10, version 2.0*

Gives me more problems translating multiple things then on pc and has problems even running it in safari as it just doesn’t work half the time. The thing bugs out and I try reloading the page or disabling and reinstalling the app and it barely works until the page reloads.

Edit: no longer buggy and can choose different supported translators hope they bring this app to android as well!

### 5/5 — iOS just got fixed amazing App overall helps you out with all your manga reading needs

*2025-10-08*

iOS just got fixed overall amazing translation app for all your manga reading needs

**Developer response:** Hi, the Safari issues have been resolved in the new version. Thank you for the 5 stars despite your troubles, and we're glad you found a work around. We would love for you to update the written portion of your review to reflect the current version of the app if you find that the extension works just as well as the Chrome version. Thank you!

## Frequently asked questions about IchigoReader

### What does IchigoReader do?

IchigoReader provides high-quality manga translation and OCR (Optical Character Recognition). It allows users to upload manga in various formats and automatically translates the text, making it easier to understand.

### What file types does the app support?

The application supports multiple file types for manga uploads, including PDF, ZIP archives, and individual image files. This flexibility allows users to import their manga collections easily.

### How accurate are the translations?

The app utilizes full-context analysis for PDFs and ZIPs to achieve maximum accuracy in its translations. This approach helps in understanding the nuances of the manga's dialogue and narrative.

### Is there a cost to use IchigoReader?

IchigoReader operates on a subscription service model. However, it offers a free trial period, allowing users to experience the service before committing to a paid subscription. No registration is required to start the trial.

### Who is this app for?

This app is designed for manga enthusiasts who wish to read manga in languages they don't understand. It's ideal for anyone looking for an automated and accurate way to translate their favorite manga titles.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5 — 2026-08-03

Fixed an issue with the extension popover size on iPad.

### 2.4 — 2026-07-31

Added support for auto-download and remembering upload settings.
Improved subscription detection for Google Play users.

Browser extension:
The translation panel is now available on mobile browsers.
Improved the translation panel with new controls, faster performance, and better scrolling behaviour.

### 2.3 — 2026-03-26

Fixed an extension issue with clipping vertical text.

### 2.2 — 2026-01-21

Improved extension compatibility on various websites.

### 2.1 — 2025-10-24

Fixed a bug where some images would flash when the translation is added.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-21.*