Best SideBooks alternatives: apps like SideBooks

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Updated November 2026

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Looking for something like SideBooks? We've analyzed 10+ similar apps to help you find the best alternative. Each app is compared by ratings, features, and real user reviews, so you can make the right choice.

Top Alternatives to SideBooks

#1

Manga Viewer - CBZ(CBR) Reader by kim juyoung

All Manga & Comic Files Reader

Editor's Choice

📚 Books

4.8(349 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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This app allows you to view comic and fictional image archives on your smartphone. It supports various compressed file formats and image types, with options for cloud import and PC transfer via WiFi. Enjoy features like page view modes, image filters, and iCloud sync for a seamless reading experience.

#2

KedaReader by 晖铠陈

Image reader with NAS support

Strong Contender

📚 Books

4.5😊(200 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This app allows you to read DRM-free digital comic collections on your iOS devices. It supports various file formats like ZIP, RAR, CBZ, CBR, EPUB, MOBI, and PDF, even when nested within archives. Enjoy a seamless reading experience with features like iCloud sync, NAS support, and AI-powered image enhancement.

What We Love

🚀 Best manga reader
👍 Excellent features
🔒 Secure and private
💡 Innovative upscaling
👍 Seamless NAS integration
👍 Customizable and user-friendly

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
🔋 High battery consumption
🔒 Concerns about paywall and monetization

#3

Comic Book Viewer by Sebastian Boettcher

View your favorite comic books

Worth Considering

📚 Books

3.8😊(135 ratings)

Free

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A fast and user-friendly application for viewing digital comic books and PDF files. It supports various comic archive formats and common image types, offering library management and metadata display.

What We Love

👍 Simple and easy to use
🚀 Fast and responsive
🔒 No ads or data collection
🔒 Lightweight and efficient

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
🔍 Lack of advanced organization and management features
🔍 Limited customization options
🔍 Issues with page scrolling and zooming

More apps like SideBooks

Panels - Comic Reader

Panels - Comic Reader

Panels - Comic Reader

The best comic & manga reader

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 synciCloud Drive integration

free with in-app purchases

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WebToon Reader - WebComic File

WebToon Reader - WebComic File

WebToon Reader - WebComic File

WebToon & Manga Files Viewer

View your favorite webcomics and manga files with this reader app. It supports a wide range of compressed file formats and PDFs, offering smooth horizontal scrolling and various import options. Protect your library with app and file lock features.

Horizontal scrolling for webtoonsSupports CBR, CBZ, CB7, ZIP, RAR, 7ZPDF file support

free with in-app purchases

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ComicReader: Comic Book Reader

ComicReader: Comic Book Reader

ComicReader: Comic Book Reader

CBR, CBZ & PDF for iPhone Duo

This application is designed for iPad users with extensive comic collections. It offers a polished interface to manage and read thousands of comics without performance issues. Import comics via iTunes, Wi-Fi web server, or the Files app.

Polished interfaceHandles large comic collections (1500+ comics)Background comic import

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Comic Reader: Manga, CBZ, CBR

Comic Reader: Manga, CBZ, CBR

Comic Reader: Manga, CBZ, CBR

PDF, EPUB & Webtoon Viewer

This app allows users to read comic books in CBR, CBZ, and PDF formats. It offers features like smart library organization, automatic progress saving, and an ad-free experience. Premium features include unlimited imports and custom collections.

Supports CBR, CBZ, and PDF formatsImport from local storage/USBAutomatic reading progress saving

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PureLibro: eBook Reader

PureLibro: eBook Reader

PureLibro: eBook Reader

Read EPUB, MOBI, PDF & comics

This app offers a comprehensive reading experience for various digital book and comic formats. It features AI-powered image enhancement, cloud synchronization, extensive customization options, and robust privacy controls. Enjoy hands-free reading and track your progress with detailed statistics.

Supports TXT, EPUB, MOBI, PDF, CBZ, CBR and moreAI-powered image enhancement for comicsiCloud sync across devices

free with in-app purchases

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Flippy: AI PDF & EPUB Reader

Flippy: AI PDF & EPUB Reader

Flippy: AI PDF & EPUB Reader

Read Aloud, Chat & Flashcards

Transform your PDFs into interactive books with realistic page-turning animations and an AI voice that reads aloud. Understand complex texts with AI-powered explanations and summaries. Organize your library and track your reading progress.

Realistic page-turning animationsAI-powered text-to-speech narrationAI-driven explanations and summaries

free with in-app purchases

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WoWo Comics - Local Reader

WoWo Comics - Local Reader

WoWo Comics - Local Reader

ZIP&RAR&EPUB&MOBI&PDF&Editor

Manage and read local comic files in various formats like ZIP, RAR, EPUB, and PDF. Offers advanced editing, AI quality enhancement, and cloud integration for a seamless reading experience.

Local comic managementSupports ZIP, RAR, EPUB, PDF, MOBI, AZW3WebDAV and HTTP connection

free with in-app purchases

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