Comparison

FBReader vs RHT

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

RHT

Features
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RHT is a reading habit tracker built around one idea: read a little every day, and tap once to log it. That single tap keeps a streak alive, fills in a calendar heatmap, and quietly builds a picture of your reading year. No sessions to start, no timers, no page counts to justify. Track books and manga on one shelf. Search millions of titles from Open Library and AniList, browse by genre when you don't know what's next, and follow progress by pages, chapters, or volumes. Covers, ratings, and descriptions are saved offline for the books you own. Put your streak on the home screen with the Today widget, or your shelf with the Currently Reading widget. Both work in light and dark, and pick up your wallpaper's accent colour. Everything stays on your device. No account, no sign-up, no analytics. Your reading log lives in a local database, and you can export it as JSON whenever you like. The only network requests RHT makes are book search, cover images, and app updates. Whether you're rebuilding a reading habit or just want an honest record of it, RHT keeps it to one tap a day. Book data from Open Library. Manga data from AniList.

Screenshots

FBReader4 screens
RHT4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RHT at none against FBReader's 2. FBReader's advantage is device support (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FBReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. RHT asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FBReader versus RHT: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFBReaderRHT
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (129 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews52.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings129 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB59 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperFBReader.ORG LimitedAman Mittal

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)

RHT

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FBReader

One-time1
  • FBReader Full Edition2 variants$12.99
None

RHT

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FBReader free?
FBReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RHT free?
RHT is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FBReader or RHT have ads?
Neither FBReader nor RHT shows ads.

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