# RP ePaper vs Static Reader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RP ePaper at 84% against Static Reader's 0%. RP ePaper also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RP ePaper sells 41 in-app purchases, starting at $34.99 per month and Static Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RP ePaper ships an update every 2 months, Static Reader every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RP ePaper | Static Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rp-epaper/id1059793765/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **13** | — |
| Positive reviews | **84.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 71 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [RP Digital GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/386134179) | [Tam Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845501378) |

## What reviewers say

### RP ePaper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rp-epaper/id1059793765)

Access the latest digital newspaper editions from your region, Germany, and the world. Enjoy early access, exclusive Sunday editions, interactive puzzles, and a comfortable reading experience with customizable font sizes and bookmarks. Archive access is also available.

**Highlights:** Early access to daily editions, Exclusive Sunday editions, Comfortable reading mode, Interactive puzzles (Wordle, Sudoku, Crosswords), Archive access, Digital supplements

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (41)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Düsseldorf Abonnement | $34.99 | per month |
| 1 Monat | $34.99 | per month |
| Goch Abonnement | $34.99 | per month |
| Düsseldorf Einzelausgabe | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kruschel 29.12.2023 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kruschel 03.11.2023 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kruschel 17.11.2023 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 08/12 2026 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 10/12 2026 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 18/12 2026 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 20/11 2026 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 29/11 2026 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 01/12 2026 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 05/12 2026 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 13/12 2026 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 30/12 2026 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 26/12 2025 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 31/12 2025 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 25/12 2025 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 27/12 2025 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 22/12 2025 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 30/12 2025 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 28/12 2025 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe 29/12 2025 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Einzelausgabe | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kruschel 05.07.2024 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kruschel 30.08.2024 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kruschel 27.12.2024 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kruschel 20.12.2024 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kruschel 13.12.2024 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Europameister 29.04.2024 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1895 Fortuna 2023 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1895 Fortuna 2025 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1895 Fortuna 2024 | $5.00 | one-time |
| Düsseldorf geht aus | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mallorca im Überblick 2023 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mallorca im Überblick | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mallorca geht aus - 06.06.2025 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mallorca geht aus | $11.90 | one-time |
| Mallorca im Überblick | $11.90 | one-time |
| Düsseldorf geht aus | $11.90 | one-time |


### Static Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/static-reader-offline-website/id6753886319)

Save any web page with all its images for offline reading. Ideal for travel or commutes, this app downloads complete articles and embeds images, allowing access without an internet connection. Content is organized by website for easy browsing.

**Highlights:** Save full web pages with embedded images, Offline reading without internet connection, Background downloads, Content organized by website, No ads or tracking, Unlimited downloads with Pro upgrade

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Static Reader Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RP ePaper free?

RP ePaper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Static Reader free?

Static Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do RP ePaper or Static Reader have ads?

Neither RP ePaper nor Static Reader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RP ePaper or Static Reader?

RP ePaper ships an update every 2 months, and Static Reader every 5 months. Most recently, RP ePaper was updated on October 13, 2026 and Static Reader on October 11, 2026.

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