Best apps like PDF Reader - MagicPDF

Whether you want more options like PDF Reader or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 9+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to PDF Reader

PDF Library eBook Reader by Verbia Systems

Organize, sync, and read PDFs

Editor's Choice

📚 Books

4.3(12 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Effortlessly read, organize, and sync your PDF eBooks across devices. Features include flexible display options, dark mode, auto-save reading progress, and customizable collections. An optional Pro version unlocks advanced organization tools.

Epubgle reader by Contents Color CO.,LTD.

Epub viewer on iPhone iPad Mac

Strong Contender

📚 Books

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeAds

This app allows you to read EPUB ebooks on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It supports both reflowable and fixed-layout layouts, offering customizable text and page display options. Enjoy features like automatic saving of your last reading position and importing books from various sources.

DrawnStrips - Comic Reader by Fabrice Leyne

The Best Comic & Manga Reader

Worth Considering

📚 Books

4.3😞(3 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Experience comics and manga with a fast, elegant reader designed for immersive and customizable reading on iPhone and iPad. Supports a wide range of formats and offers flexible navigation and live image enhancements.

What We Love

👍 Simple and clean interface
👍 Good for reading comics/manga
👍 Supports various formats (CBZ, PDF)
👍 Good integration with Apple APIs
👍 Polished, minimalistic feel
👍 Responsive developer support (in some cases)
👍 Full screen mode
👍 Dual page reading support
👍 Customizable reading modes
👍 Works on Mac and iPhone
👍 Good trackpad and fullscreen support
👍 Fast loading and page turning (historically)
👍 Well worth the price (historically)

Room to Improve

😞 Subscription required for basic use
😞 App closes if subscription not selected
😞 Paywall for settings
😞 Crashes frequently
😞 Slow performance
😞 Controls are backwards/unintuitive
😞 Does not support Mac Sequoia
😞 Not updated for a long time
😞 Issues with opening files (CBR, RAR, ZIP)
😞 Images resize incorrectly
😞 Lacks basic features
😞 Jerky scrolling/page turning
😞 Forgets window size
😞 Does not open next comic automatically
😞 Poor multitouch support
😞 Lagging rotation
😞 Not worth the price
😞 Inconsistent page turning
😞 Bizarre default keybindings
😞 Scrolling doesn't use system default
😞 Swiping doesn't work as expected
😞 Slow to turn pages
😞 Consumes significant battery
😞 Grainy image on older displays
😞 Lacks a library feature
😞 Slow to load comics
😞 Annoying sound on page flip
😞 Double pages appear at the end
😞 Zoom does not work with dual displays
😞 Does not remember custom viewing size
😞 Requires renaming RAR/ZIP files
😞 Scrolling not configurable
😞 Does not save last page read
😞 No database/library
😞 Images change ratio during reading
😞 Natural scrolling imposed
😞 Hit or miss multitouch
😞 No folder browsing/next file
😞 No hotkey customization
😞 Feels like a rip-off compared to free alternatives
😞 Jerky gestures
😞 No continuous scroll option
😞 Not working on newer OS versions (Maverick, Mountain Lion, Sequoia)

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Access the historical Latin translation of the Holy Scriptures, offering daily verses, personal notes, and a vast collection of Christian eBooks. Explore biblical stories, quizzes, and an AI assistant for verse explanations. Find nearby churches and enjoy customizable reading experiences.

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