FBReader vs Lazy FB2 Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FBReader
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.
- 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
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FBReader is a fast and easy-to-use e-book reader for iPhone and iPad. It supports all major e-book formats, including ePub (with key ePub3 features), Kindle azw3, and fb2 (.zip). You can open both unprotected books and ePub files protected with Readium LCP DRM. FBReader also reads RTF, Word (.doc), HTML, and plain text, so you can keep all your books and documents in one place. Read anywhere and pick up right where you left off. FBReader can sync your library, reading positions, bookmarks, and more across devices using the FBReader Book Network, a cloud service powered by Google Drive. If you prefer managing files yourself, you can download books in your browser and open them directly with FBReader. A wide range of appearance and behavior options lets you customize the reading experience to match your preferences. Free version and upgrade options: • The free version allows up to 10 books in your library. • The built-in translation feature is disabled. Upgrade to the full version to remove these limits and enjoy the complete FBReader experience.
Lazy FB2 Reader
This app offers a hands-free reading experience for FB2 books, allowing you to turn pages with eye movements. It features a clean interface with customizable fonts, layouts, and page-turning animations, all without intrusive advertisements.
- Hands-free reading with eye control
- Customizable fonts and text layout
- Page-turning animations
- Recent books list
- Dynamic book and page loading
- Skins and themes
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It is simple reader app for fb2 and ePub book formats. It's lightweight, fast and elegant. There is no annoying ads in this app because, in my opinion, this is the most unpleasant thing that can be in the reading app. Current features list: * Hands free reading. Just blink with your right eye for switch to the next page or with left for switch to the previous page! This feature works only for user with true depth cameras. * Recent books list * Dynamic book loading (It makes books opening faster) * Dynamic page generation (It makes text formatting faster) * Skins (Predefined and user defined) * Support for scrolling and per page book reading * Custom animations for pages switching * Customizing fonts & Text Layout * Lanscape mode For any questions or suggestions send email on the lazy.sprt@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lazy FB2 Reader at none against FBReader's 2. Lazy FB2 Reader also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 52%). FBReader's advantage is rating (3.7 vs 3.3) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. FBReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Lazy FB2 Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.
FBReader holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FBReader has 128 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of FBReader's written reviews are positive against 86% of Lazy FB2 Reader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
FBReader ships an update monthly, Lazy FB2 Reader every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FBReader | Lazy FB2 Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (128 ratings) — better | 3.3 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 52.5% of reviews | 86.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 128 — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 12 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FBReader.ORG Limited | Danila Gusev |
Customer experience
FBReader
Lazy FB2 Reader
Bugs and requests
FBReader
Reported bugs
4 issues- Syncing issues with Google Drive
- Deletion of books from library
- Formatting problems with large footnotes
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
Requested features
5 requests- Vertical scrolling mode
- Improved bookmark and annotation tools
- Ability to add/change book covers
- Text-to-speech functionality
- Better library management (read/unread, collections)
Lazy FB2 Reader
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
FBReader
- FBReader Full Edition2 variants$12.99
Lazy FB2 Reader
No in-app purchases
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