# FBReader vs Ereader

The clearest difference is rating: Ereader at 5.0 against FBReader's 3.7. Ereader also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). FBReader's advantage is ratings volume (128 vs 1) and 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 Ereader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Ereader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FBReader has 128 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

FBReader ships an update monthly, Ereader fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FBReader | Ereader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (128 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fbreader-epub-and-fb2-reader/id1067172178/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ereader-book-reader-pdf-epub/id6760189525/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **128** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 52.5% 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 |
| Size | 22 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FBReader.ORG Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1067172177) | [启鹏 田](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845107614) |

## 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)


### Ereader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ereader-book-reader-pdf-epub/id6760189525)

Organize, read, and manage all your documents and ebooks in one place. Supports various file formats, offers advanced reading customization, and includes powerful file processing and export features. Enjoy a seamless reading experience with features like night mode and adjustable spacing.

**Highlights:** Document organization with nested folders, TXT, PDF, and Word text extraction, Archive extraction (ZIP, RAR, 7z), Customizable reading experience (fonts, spacing, night mode), Automatic chapter division for TXT files, Batch document export and compression

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ereader monthly pro | $0.99 | per month |
| ereader yearly  pro | $6.99 | per year |
| ereader lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FBReader free?

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

### Is Ereader free?

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

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

Ereader is rated higher. FBReader averages 3.7 out of 5 from 128 ratings, while Ereader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do FBReader or Ereader have ads?

Neither FBReader nor Ereader shows ads.

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

FBReader ships an update monthly, and Ereader fortnightly. Most recently, FBReader was updated on October 15, 2026 and Ereader on October 6, 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.*