FBReader vs DjVu Reader & Viewer
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.
DjVu Reader & Viewer
This app offers a modern and elegant way to read DjVu documents on iOS devices. It features high-quality rendering, a smart document tracking system, and a clean interface optimized for technical and academic material.
- High-quality DjVu rendering
- Smart document tracking
- Clean, intuitive interface
- Dark/White mode options
- Powerful search capabilities
- Optimized performance for large documents
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DjVu Reader is the modern, elegant solution for reading technical and academic DjVu documents on your iOS device. Experience crystal-clear rendering of complex documents with a clean, distraction-free interface designed for professional use. — KEY FEATURES — • High-quality rendering of DjVu documents with precise text and image display • Smart document tracking system to organize your reading (to-read, in-progress, completed) • Clean, intuitive interface optimized for academic and technical material • Dark/White modes options for comfortable reading in any environment • Powerful search capabilities to quickly find content within documents • Optimized performance for large technical documents and academic papers • Seamless document organization with smart folders and favorites (Coming Soon…) Whether you're a researcher, academic, student, or professional, DjVu Reader provides the perfect experience for your technical documents. — SUPPORT & LINKS — - Contact Us: support@djvu.app - Privacy Policy: https://djvu.app/privacy - Terms of Use: https://djvu.app/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: DjVu Reader & Viewer at 4.3 against FBReader's 3.7. FBReader's advantage is review sentiment (52% vs 25%) and update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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 and DjVu Reader & Viewer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
DjVu Reader & Viewer holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 128 and 65 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of FBReader's written reviews are positive against 25% of DjVu Reader & Viewer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
FBReader ships an update monthly, DjVu Reader & Viewer every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FBReader | DjVu Reader & Viewer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.7 (128 ratings) | 4.3 (65 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 52.5% of reviews — better | 25.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 128 — better | 65 |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | FBReader.ORG Limited | Yassir Hrout |
Customer experience
FBReader
DjVu Reader & Viewer
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)
DjVu Reader & Viewer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
FBReader
- FBReader Full Edition2 variants$12.99
DjVu Reader & Viewer
- Weekly Plan$2.997 Days
- Lifetime Plan$5.99
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