# FBReader vs BookFusion

The clearest difference is rating: BookFusion at 4.7 against FBReader's 3.7. BookFusion also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 52%) and update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). FBReader's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FBReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and BookFusion sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BookFusion holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 128 and 519 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of FBReader's written reviews are positive against 77% of BookFusion's.

FBReader ships an update monthly, BookFusion every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FBReader | BookFusion |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (128 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fbreader-epub-and-fb2-reader/id1067172178/reviews) | **[4.7 (519 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookfusion/id1141834096/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 128 | **519** |
| Positive reviews | 52.5% of reviews | **76.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 158 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [FBReader.ORG Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1067172177) | [BookFusion](https://appshunter.io/developer/1141834095) |

## What reviewers say

### FBReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fbreader-epub-and-fb2-reader/id1067172178)

A fast and versatile e-book reader supporting multiple formats like ePub, Kindle, and fb2. It offers cloud syncing for reading progress and a customizable interface. Upgrade to unlock unlimited library access and advanced features.

**Highlights:** Supports ePub, Kindle azw3, fb2, RTF, Word, HTML, and text, ePub3 and Readium LCP DRM support, Cloud syncing of library and reading positions, Customizable appearance and behavior options, Direct opening of downloaded files, Free version with library limits

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FBReader Full Edition | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and smooth reading experience
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 💡 Customizable font, margin, and layout options
- 🔒 Secure syncing across devices
- 🎨 Retro background textures

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
- 🔧 Lack of advanced organization features (folders, shelves)
- 🚫 No PDF support
- 🔍 Inconsistent search and book discovery
- 🔒 Privacy concerns around data collection

**Reported bugs**

- Syncing issues with Google Drive
- Deletion of books from library
- Formatting problems with large footnotes
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

**Requested features**

- Vertical scrolling mode
- Improved bookmark and annotation tools
- Ability to add/change book covers
- Text-to-speech functionality
- Better library management (read/unread, collections)


### BookFusion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookfusion/id1141834096)

Manage, read, and organize your entire eBook collection across all devices with cloud synchronization. Customize your reading experience with extensive settings, highlights, and annotations. Supports various formats and offers text-to-speech functionality.

**Highlights:** Cross-platform eBook reader, Cloud synchronization, Organize with virtual bookshelves, Highlights and annotations, Text-to-Speech (TTS), Send to Kindle, Calibre integration

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Casual Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Advanced Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Power Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Casual Yearly | $18.99 | per year |
| Advanced Yearly | $47.99 | per year |
| Power Yearly | $95.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent cross-platform sync
- 👍 Highly customizable reading experience
- 🚀 Seamless Calibre integration
- 👍 Responsive and helpful developers
- 🚀 Smooth reading experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 💰 Subscription model may be costly for some
- 🔒 Requires account creation to use
- 🐛 Inconsistent page turn behavior
- 🐛 Issues with PDF and fixed-layout EPUB support

**Reported bugs**

- Highlights and notes not always saving properly
- Reading position sometimes resets unexpectedly
- Widget not functioning as expected
- Occasional crashes and freezes
- Issues with importing certain ebook formats

**Requested features**

- Add page numbers instead of just percentages
- Implement a true dark mode
- Improve PDF viewing and annotation capabilities
- Add support for DJVU format
- Provide an option to purchase a lifetime license


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FBReader free?

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

### Is BookFusion free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FBReader or BookFusion?

BookFusion is rated higher. FBReader averages 3.7 out of 5 from 128 ratings, while BookFusion averages 4.7 from 519 ratings.

### Do FBReader or BookFusion have ads?

Neither FBReader nor BookFusion shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FBReader or BookFusion?

FBReader ships an update monthly, and BookFusion every 10 days. Most recently, FBReader was updated on October 15, 2026 and BookFusion on October 16, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*