PDF Reader vs HomeBook
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PDF Reader
Easily open and view all your important files, including PDFs, documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and images, in one straightforward app. Designed for simplicity and speed, it's your reliable companion for accessing digital materials and eBooks quickly with a clean interface.
- Open PDFs and eBooks
- View Office files (.doc, .xls, .ppt)
- Access image files (.png, .jpg)
- Open .html web pages
- Clean and clear interface
- Fast and reliable file viewing
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PDF Reader-for Books is the straightforward and essential app for easily opening and viewing all your important files on your iPhone or iPad. Say goodbye to multiple apps—now you can access PDFs, documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and images all in one place. Designed for simplicity and speed, this app is your reliable companion for viewing all digital materials, including your favorite eBooks. Just tap to open your files and view them quickly with a clean, clear interface. Effortless File Access: • PDFs n eBooks: Open and read all your PDF documents and digital books. • Office Files: View popular Microsoft Office file types: .doc, .xls, and .ppt. • Images n Web: Easily open image files like .png and .jpg, plus .html web pages. Simple, Fast, and Reliable: PDF Reader-for Books is designed for maximum ease of use. No complicated features, just what you need to view your files quickly and reliably. Download today and simplify how you view all your documents and files!
HomeBook
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HomeBook Stay In Touch With Fellow Residents, Share Updates, And Collaborate On Events Find Trusted Local Professionals In The Maintenance Directory Use The Built-in Calendar To Manage Bills, Waste Collection, And Maintenance Reminders View Contracts, User Manuals, Warranties, And Receipts In One Place Access Video Tutorials For All Your Appliances, Heating, And Water Systems
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: HomeBook at none against PDF Reader's shown. HomeBook also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 114 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PDF Reader ships an update every 114 months, HomeBook every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PDF Reader | HomeBook |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 114 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aishvarya Sadasivam | HomeBook Limited |
In-app purchases
PDF Reader
No in-app purchases
HomeBook
No in-app purchases
