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Panels - Comic Reader

The best comic & manga reader

12K ratings
1088 reviews
#150 in free Book
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 23, 2017
  • July 26, 2026

Features

Developer

Produkt Studio
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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 users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Panels. Based on 12K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 6 positives and 6 negatives reviewers mention most about this Books app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Smooth and responsive
  • 👍Clean and modern UI
  • 💡Useful features like panel view and vertical scrolling
  • 🔒No ads in paid version
  • 👍Good import and organization options
  • 🚀Fast and stable performance

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🔒Useful features locked behind paywall
  • 🔒Subscription model instead of one-time purchase
  • 🐛Issues with page navigation and zoom
  • 🐛Problems with reading right-to-left content
  • 🐛Syncing and importing issues
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What's New in Panels

3.13.2

July 26, 2026

Fixes - Fixed Reading Now showing empty when "Only show titles on this device" was enabled - Fixed some reading history not syncing to new devices - Fixed the double-page reader occasionally jumping to the wrong page after returning from the background - Fixed an issue that could prevent purchases from completing - Fixed reading progress failing to sync in some cases, including for people with very large libraries - Fixed automatic panel-by-panel detection failing to download its detection model on some devices - Fixed Store "See All" lists, like Top Selling or Latest Releases, not showing items in the correct order

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Subscription plans

Panels+ Monthly

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In-App Purchases

$19.99

Panels 2

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Charts

Top Free

📉 150-6

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This app dropped -6 positions in Book chart.

Last updated on August 16, 2026.

Events

Read more about Panels Store: DRM-free comics
Event Ended대규모 업데이트

Panels Store: DRM-free comics

DRM 없는 만화를 구매하고 창작자를 지원하세요

Jun 8, 2026 — Jul 9, 2026

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Read more about Panels Store: DRM-free comics
Event EndedБольшое Обновление

Panels Store: DRM-free comics

Support creators - Own your content

May 4, 2026 — Jun 4, 2026

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Event EndedSpecial Event

Your 2025 Panels Recap

Your year in comics, beautifully wrapped.

Dec 22, 2025 — Jan 22, 2026

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User reviews

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Organization

Love the app! Please fix the “manual” sort filter as i’m not able to completely fulfill my reading orders.
DathidejacobDathidejacob

Best Reader!

Best comics/books reader that I’ve used. The recently added store is a great resource for products to read! I read all of my .pdf files though Panels!
Bo$$_rabbitBo$$_rabbit

Hi

If you leave and come back, it brings you to a different page
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The best comics reader, hands down

I’ve been using Panels for years and I’ll never need another reader app. Panels handles everything from reading to organizing, and does so with a straightforward, no-subscription-necessary interface.

If given the chance, I’d happily buy Panels again just to support the sort of creators who make something genuinely worthwhile without nickel and diming their customers to death.
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Earnest F CavalliEarnest F Cavalli

Webtoon is buggy

Webtoon force rendering in the dynamic island area, which leaves an ugly black hole on my comics.

Need to block the ugly dynamic island area in webtoon continuous mode.

Or at least fix the paginated logic, when I scroll up to previous page, take me to the end of the previous page, not the beginning of it.

IT IS THE END OF THE PREVIOUS PAGE THAT CONNECTS TO THE BEGINNING OF THE NEXT PAGE. This is comic common sense!!!
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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Crashes when opening large files

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Issues with page order and navigation

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Problems with zooming and scrolling

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Syncing and importing bugs

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Compatibility issues with older devices

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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.