# FBReader vs Manobook

The clearest difference is rating: Manobook at 4.6 against FBReader's 3.7. Manobook also leads on review sentiment (81% vs 52%) and ratings volume (37K vs 129). FBReader's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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 Manobook sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Manobook holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Manobook has 37K ratings behind it against 129, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of FBReader's written reviews are positive against 81% of Manobook's.

FBReader ships an update monthly, Manobook fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FBReader | Manobook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (129 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fbreader-epub-and-fb2-reader/id1067172178/reviews) | **[4.6 (37K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manobook-my-good-story-reader/id1436687796/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 129 | **37K** |
| Positive reviews | 52.5% of reviews | **81.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#35** |
| Size | 22 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [FBReader.ORG Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1067172177) | [CHANGDU (HK) TECHNOLOGY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1291247970) |

## 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)


### Manobook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manobook-my-good-story-reader/id1436687796)

**Currently charting:** #35 Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers, #57 Top Free · Magazines & Newspapers, #60 Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

Discover and read a vast collection of novels and stories across numerous genres, including romance, fantasy, and sci-fi. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text and backgrounds, and enjoy offline reading and audiobook playback.

**Highlights:** Extensive novel library, Multiple genres available, Customizable reading settings, Offline reading support, Audiobook playback, Import EPUB, PDF, TXT

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Venta!Paq. Registro Mensual | $4.99 | per month |
| SVIP (mensual) | $12.99 | per month |
| Pack Ahorro de Monedas 15 | $14.99 | per month |
| SVIP (mensual) | $17.99 | per month |
| Pack Ahorro de Monedas 20 | $19.99 | per month |
| PAQUETE MONEDAS 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| PAQUETE MONEDAS 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| PAQUETE MONEDAS 6 | $5.99 | one-time |
| PAQUETE MONEDAS 10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| PAQUETE MONEDAS 20 | $19.99 | one-time |
| PAQUETE MONEDAS 30 | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent stories
- 👍 Good reading experience
- 👍 Variety of genres
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 👍 Customizable reading settings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive to read full books
- 💰 Coins/points system is limiting
- 🔍 Lack of clarity on subscription benefits
- 🔍 Difficulty earning enough coins/points

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent coin/point deductions
- Chapters becoming locked after purchase

**Requested features**

- Allow converting points to coins
- Provide more ways to earn coins/points
- Offer full book purchases instead of chapters
- Improve navigation between books and home screen


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FBReader free?

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

### Is Manobook free?

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

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

Manobook is rated higher. FBReader averages 3.7 out of 5 from 129 ratings, while Manobook averages 4.6 from 37K ratings.

### Do FBReader or Manobook have ads?

Neither FBReader nor Manobook shows ads.

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

FBReader ships an update monthly, and Manobook fortnightly. Most recently, FBReader was updated on October 29, 2026 and Manobook on October 30, 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.*