FBReader vs Театр теней
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.
Театр теней
Bring magical tales to life with a virtual shadow theater. The app provides story texts, atmospheric music, and narration, enhanced by your phone's flashlight. Create enchanting performances for children.
- Interactive shadow theater
- Story texts
- Atmospheric music
- Character narration
- Phone flashlight integration
- Create performances
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Театр Теней «Истории Гарри» - это волшебные сказки, которые вы можете оживить при помощи нашего чудесного набора театра. В приложении вы найдете: - Текста различных сказок. - Авторскую музыку для атмосферы. - Озвучку всех сказок от Гарри. Зайдите в раздел сказок, выберите подходящую и включите текст. Автоматически включится звук и фонарик на вашем телефоне. Расскажите и покажите волшебную историю! Приобретайте набор театра на нашем сайте или в магазинах партнерах. Как играть? - Достаньте из коробки ширму, подставку для телефона, плашки с фигурками, листовку с инструкцией, билеты в театр (или достаньте все фигурки из дополнительного набора сказок) - Установите ширму, позади нее поставьте телефон на подставку, которая находится в комплекте. - Выдавите фигурки из плашек (в каждой плашке одна сказка) и разложите их по сказкам, не забудьте прочитать советы в инструкции. - Раздайте билеты детям за хорошее поведение. - Не забудьте скачать приложение и включить сказку! - Устройте настоящее представление!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Театр теней at 4.3 against FBReader's 3.7. Театр теней also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). FBReader's advantage is ratings volume (129 vs 25) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. Театр теней asks for nothing beyond the download.
Театр теней holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FBReader has 129 ratings behind it against 25, 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 55% of Театр теней's.
FBReader ships an update monthly, Театр теней every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FBReader | Театр теней |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (129 ratings) | 4.3 (25 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 52.5% of reviews | 55.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 129 — better | 25 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 226 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FBReader.ORG Limited | Igor Iavorskii |
Customer experience
FBReader
Театр теней
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)
Театр теней
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
FBReader
- FBReader Full Edition2 variants$12.99
Театр теней
No in-app purchases
