# Tipitaka Pali Reader — Theravāda Buddhist Tipiṭaka

> Offline Pali text reader with advanced dictionary and search functions. (iPhone/iPad app by Path Nirvana Foundation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tipitaka-pali-reader/id1541426949 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Path Nirvana Foundation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1434955292)
- Category: Books, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 26 App Store ratings · 18 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 681 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-11-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tipitaka-pali-reader/id1541426949/reviews.md

## What is Tipitaka Pali Reader?

TPR is a software program to help one navigate the vast amounts of Pāḷi texts. The Dictionaries and Search functions are where TPR separates itself from the other Pāḷi readers. It is very fast and totally offline. This application was created at Pa-Auk Forest Monastery in Maymyo. The Mac app supports Sinhala, Myanmar, Thai, and Devanagiri Scripts.

The Search function is fast. very very fast. Click on the matrix to limit your search or select all books. As you type, we show you what is available. Click on the word and jump to your searches quickly by list or with a table of search results.

The Dictionary panel can display multiple definitions from the selected dictionaries. You can disable or enable them with a simple click to the checkboxes. You can even search for English words you may want to understand clearer by clicking on the English words inside the panel. The dictionaries are also integrated with Sanskrit.

## Key features

- Offline access to Pali texts
- Advanced search functionality
- Multiple dictionary definitions
- Integrated Sanskrit definitions
- Support for various scripts (Sinhala, Myanmar, Thai, Devanagiri)
- Fast search results

## Recent user reviews (10 of 18)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tipitaka-pali-reader/id1541426949/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great App for reading pali

*2025-07-07*

This app is great for reading pali.  The one-click dictionary support is really great.

### 5/5 — Wonderful app!

*2025-05-08, version 2.7.0*

This is useful app for Pali study! Helps to understand Dhamma Vinaya much better. Allows export words in Anki or other ways to memorise them. Easy to navigate between suttas. And dictionary is comprehensive.

### 5/5 — This is a great and unique app!

*2025-05-07, version 2.7.0*

Thanks to the developers for creating this fantastic app with the fastest search, the best dictionaries (DPD and PED), and the flexibility to install various extensions. The constant addition of new functions and updates make it the top choice for Pali students and anyone interested in the words of the Buddha.

### 5/5 — The best Pali reader

*2025-02-04, version 2.6.4*

Easy to read the text with the help of the wonderful DPD dictionary which fully integrated

### 5/5 — Thankfullness

*2024-12-18*

Great app

### 5/5 — Great work

*2024-06-14*

This app can help everyone who wants to learn Buddhism. May you attain the cessation of all forms of suffering as a consequence of your great work.

### 1/5 — No English Option

*2024-05-03*

Like the title says, this os not meant for a western audience.  Guess I’mp just go learn Pali. 😂

### 1/5 — I can’t read it

*2024-05-01*

I appreciate you for making this app. I just don’t understand how it has an English option, but it’s not in English. I only know the English language unfortunately, which I wish wasn’t the case. Maybe there was a mistake or it’s faulty, but I would like an English translation so this can be accessible to us English speakers. Thank you.

### 5/5 — Great work

*2024-01-31*

This app can help everyone who wants to learn Buddhism. May you attain the cessation of all forms of suffering as a consequence of your great work.

### 5/5 — The best Buddhist scriptural app has ever created upto date!

*2023-07-11*

The best Buddhist scriptural app I have ever seen! And I am so thrilled and proud that my Chakma language is added for language option. I kindly request to the developers, please! If you could, add Chakma script for the Pali mula tipitaka, atthakatha, tika too. It will be a great honor for Chakma Buddhist people as well as a huge inspiration and motivation for the young Chakma people to learn Buddhism and Chakma script. I am now promoting this app and tell all the Chakma people that our Chakma language and scripture are being introduced internationally and therefore must learn and improve Chakma literature too.

## Frequently asked questions about Tipitaka Pali Reader

### What makes Tipitaka Pali Reader's search function stand out?

Tipitaka Pali Reader's search function is exceptionally fast, allowing users to quickly find specific words or phrases within the Pāḷi texts. You can limit searches by selecting specific books or searching across all texts.

### How does the dictionary feature work in Tipitaka Pali Reader?

The dictionary panel in Tipitaka Pali Reader can display multiple definitions from selected dictionaries simultaneously. Users can enable or disable dictionaries with checkboxes and even search for English words to clarify their meaning.

### Is Tipitaka Pali Reader available offline?

Yes, Tipitaka Pali Reader is designed to be totally offline, allowing users to access and study Pāḷi texts without an internet connection.

### What devices is Tipitaka Pali Reader compatible with?

Tipitaka Pali Reader is available for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What scripts are supported by Tipitaka Pali Reader on Mac?

The Mac version of Tipitaka Pali Reader supports Sinhala, Myanmar, Thai, and Devanagiri scripts.

### What is the age rating for Tipitaka Pali Reader?

Tipitaka Pali Reader has an age rating of 4+.

### How often is Tipitaka Pali Reader updated?

The latest version, 2.7.7, was last updated on March 3, 2026, indicating a recent update.

### What is the user sentiment for Tipitaka Pali Reader based on ratings?

Tipitaka Pali Reader has a strong user rating of 4.6 stars from 25 ratings, suggesting a positive user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.9.2+122 — 2026-08-18

Better English Support for searching
Better ai searching support for english and other fonts mixed
Better install of english

### 2.9.1+121 — 2026-07-25

AI tuning changes.

### 2.9.0+120 — 2026-07-23

Complimentary sponsored AI search.  Some small bug about counter reset was fixed.

### 2.8.9+119 — 2026-07-21

Improved AI
Added openRouter
Added Dāna based AI searching

### 2.8.7+117 — 2026-07-15

Improved ai search features
Various bug fixes

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