Panels - Comic Reader

Panels - Comic Reader

The best comic & manga reader

12K ratings
1102 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 23, 2017
  • August 17, 2026

Features

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Enhance your comic and manga reading with a clean, customizable interface. Enjoy universal file compatibility, cross-device syncing, and advanced reading presets. Organize your library, secure your content, and import from various cloud services and local networks.

Universal file compatibility (CBR, CBZ, PDF, ePUB)
Cross-device reading progress sync
iCloud Drive integration
Customizable reading presets
Right-to-left reading for manga
OPDS server support
Content security with password/Face ID
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What's New in Panels

3.13.3

August 17, 2026

New features - Your purchases now sync with your Panels Account - Added a "Manage Devices" screen (Settings > Account) to see and remove the devices authorized to use your Panels Plus purchase - You can now hide Home, Search, and Store from the sidebar on iPad Improvements - Added a "Force Resync" option for your reading history (Reading Now > All Sessions) to manually refetch it from the server - Your Panels Plus status now refreshes automatically when returning to the app Fixes - Fixed the webtoon reader overlapping content behind the Dynamic Island - Fixed vertical and paginated readers landing at the wrong spot when navigating back to a previous page - Fixed some reading history not fully syncing to new devices - Fixed reading progress reverting to an earlier page - Fixed OPDS comic covers ignoring your configured server address - Fixed the Manage Space screen becoming unresponsive while it calculates how much space each library and cache is using - Fixed OPDS and Kavita library feeds reloading unnecessarily every time you return to them

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Subscription plans

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In-App Purchases

$19.99

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Charts

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Last updated on August 20, 2026.

Events

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User reviews

Best comic reader all around

Never have any issues reading my stuff, web upload works flawlessly, love panels!

Beautiful

Beautiful UI, easy to use allows both reading directions genuinely saved me from reading plane manga. Only request is that the subscription should be cheaper since it doesn’t add a lot of features

Ripe off

Paid for full version before and now being told I have to repurchase due to new version off the app total rip off

Worth every penny

The only good comic reader available on iPad. Minimalistic yet fully functional. I wish cropping could be more manual than simple white area cropping. Definitely gonna buy Panels 4 once it get out.

ótimo

lancem pra android também pelo amor de deusss, quero usar no meu tablet 😔☝️ primeira interface de leitor de hq que eu gosto

Developer apps

User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Crashes when opening large files

Bug

Issues with page order and navigation

Bug

Problems with zooming and scrolling

Bug

Syncing and importing bugs

Bug

Compatibility issues with older devices

Bug

Requested Features

6 requests

Ability to create sub-folders and nested collections

Feature

Automatic sorting and organization of comics

Feature

Option to lock reading direction

Feature

Double-tap to zoom functionality

Feature

Progress tracking and bookmarking features

Feature

Support for more file formats like ePub

Feature

FAQ

What types of comic files does this app support?

The app offers universal compatibility for most common comic file types, including CBR, CBZ, CB7, and PDF. It also supports comic ePUBs and various image formats like WebP, ensuring you can read almost any digital comic.

How can I sync my reading progress across devices?

The application provides cross-device synchronization, allowing you to seamlessly resume reading exactly where you left off on any of your Mac devices. Full iCloud Drive support further enables storing your entire library and accessing it from multiple devices.

What are the pricing options for this comic reader?

Users can choose between an auto-renewing subscription to unlock all premium features while active, or a one-time purchase to unlock the current major version's features permanently. Subscriptions are managed through your iTunes account settings.

Can I organize my comic library with this app?

Yes, the app includes intuitive tools for effortless library organization and easy navigation. You can also customize your library collections with folder colors, logos, and custom images to personalize your experience.

Does the app support reading manga from right to left?

Absolutely. The application includes a dedicated feature for right-to-left reading, specifically designed to accommodate the reading direction of manga. This ensures an authentic and comfortable manga reading experience.