Comparison

FBReader vs Camille & Horses

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

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
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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.

About

Camille & Horses

Features
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A bedtime story you tell — in your own voice. Camille loves horses. Join him and his mom at the riding stable, meeting ponies, champions and wild free horses across 22 gently illustrated episodes — each with a little lesson about courage, friendship and family. A calm, soothing ritual to ease your child into sleep. What makes Camille special: • Record it in YOUR voice — let mom, dad or grandparent narrate, even from far away. • Soft narration in 9 languages — or read along together. • 110 hand-painted, Studio-Ghibli-style illustrations. • A poetic moral in every episode. • Calm by design — no ads, no chaos. Just a beautiful bedtime. • iCloud sync — your recordings and settings follow you across devices. The first 7 episodes are free. Unlock the whole adventure with a single one-time purchase — no subscription. Dim the lights and trot off to sleep with Camille and the horses.

Screenshots

FBReader4 screens
Camille & Horses4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Camille & Horses at every 2 weeks against FBReader's monthly. FBReader's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FBReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Camille & Horses sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FBReader ships an update monthly, Camille & Horses every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FBReader versus Camille & Horses: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFBReaderCamille & Horses
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (129 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews52.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings129 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB306 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperFBReader.ORG LimitedThanh My DUONG

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)

Camille & Horses

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FBReader

One-time1
  • FBReader Full Edition2 variants$12.99
1 purchases

Camille & Horses

One-time1
  • Full Adventure$4.99

Questions

Is FBReader free?
FBReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Camille & Horses free?
Camille & Horses is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FBReader or Camille & Horses have ads?
Neither FBReader nor Camille & Horses shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FBReader or Camille & Horses?
FBReader ships an update monthly, and Camille & Horses every 2 weeks. Most recently, FBReader was updated on November 6, 2026 and Camille & Horses on November 5, 2026.

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