Best xiComic alternatives: apps like xiComic - Comic & Manga Reader

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated October 2026

Whether you want more options like xiComic or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to xiComic

DrawnStrips - Comic Reader#1

DrawnStrips - Comic Reader by Fabrice Leyne

The Best Comic & Manga Reader
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.3😞(3 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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)
Comixor: Manga & Comic Reader#2

Comixor: Manga & Comic Reader by Ratan Lal Prasad

Comic, Manga & Webtoon Reader
Strong Contender
📚 Books
0.0(0 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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A fast and modern reader for comics, manga, and webtoons. Import your files, organize your library with tags and filters, and enjoy a smooth, distraction-free reading experience with customizable tools.

MMReader Comic/Manga/Graphic#3

MMReader Comic/Manga/Graphic by åĨ•å…ī åŪ‹

AI Panels/HD/Color/Translate
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.3(27 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app is a powerful local reader for comics and ebooks, supporting numerous formats without conversion. It offers a clean, ad-free interface for easy organization and an immersive reading experience with multiple modes and progress tracking.

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4
Manga Capsule: AI Comic Reader
Manga Capsule: AI Comic Reader
Manga Capsule: AI Comic Reader
Clean, Fast, All-Format & NAS
Free

This app is a reader for manga enthusiasts, offering a seamless cross-device experience for collecting and enjoying comics. It supports multiple file formats and storage options, with customizable reading modes and AI-powered image enhancement.

Cross-device reading syncSupports EPUB, MOBI, PDF, ZIP, RAR, JPG, PNGConnects to WebDAV, SMB, Aliyun Drive
📚 Books
(20)
subscription
5
bloopworm - comic book reader
bloopworm - comic book reader
bloopworm - comic book reader
smart panels in manga & manhwa
Free

This app uses AI to enhance your digital comic reading experience. It automatically detects panels and text, offering smart navigation and multiple reading modes for manga, webtoons, and traditional comics. Organize your library with built-in file management.

AI-powered smart panel detectionMultiple reading modes (auto-detect, LTR, RTL)Horizontal and vertical viewing options
📚 Books
(19)
ad-supported
6
File Reader: PDF, ZIP, RAR
File Reader: PDF, ZIP, RAR
File Reader: PDF, ZIP, RAR
PDF ZIP RAR CBZ CBR Viewer
Free

Easily open and view various document and archive formats, including PDFs, ZIPs, RARs, and image files. Enjoy fast, smooth reading of large files and browse archives directly within the app. It works offline, making your documents accessible anywhere.

Supports PDF, ZIP, RAR, CBZ, CBRImage file support (JPG, PNG, HEIC, TIFF)Fast and smooth large file viewing
📚 Books
(0)
free
7
Mangaverse Reader
Mangaverse Reader
Mangaverse Reader
The Ultimate Manga Reader
Free

This app allows you to import, organize, and read your manga collection offline. Customize your library with categories and track your reading progress with personalized options. Enjoy a flexible reading experience with adjustable layouts on your iPhone or iPad.

Offline PDF readingImport manga filesCustomizable library organization
📚 Books
(1)
free
8
Halftone: Comic & Manga Reader
Halftone: Comic & Manga Reader
Halftone: Comic & Manga Reader
Read from Komga, Kavita & NAS
Free

This app provides a seamless reading experience for comics and manga from various sources like Komga, Kavita, and cloud storage. It features unique zoom controls for comfortable one-handed reading and supports multiple file formats.

Connects to Komga, Kavita, and other OPDS catalogsHold Zoom for one-handed readingPage-level progress sync
📚 Books
(7)
freemium
9
MangaDen
MangaDen
MangaDen
Ultimate Manga & Comic Reader
Free

This app allows you to build a digital library of manga and comics. Download chapters for offline reading and enjoy a customizable, seamless experience with smart library management and automatic updates.

Build digital libraryOffline readingSmart library management
📚 Books
(2)
free
10
CBZ, CBR Comic Reader: Uncover
CBZ, CBR Comic Reader: Uncover
CBZ, CBR Comic Reader: Uncover
EPUB, PDF: Offline Local Files
Free

This app allows you to read various digital book and comic formats, including CBZ, CBR, PDF, and EPUB. Organize your library, secure your content with a PIN or Face ID, and bookmark your favorite pages. Enjoy a discreet reading mode and a favorites library for quick access.

Supports CBZ, CBR, PDF, and EPUB formatsPIN Lock and Face ID for privacyInstant bookmarking and favorites library
📚 Books
(5)
free with in-app purchases