Comparison

SubReader vs Subtify

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

Head to head
About

SubReader

This app reads subtitles aloud for movies and shows, enhancing accessibility for viewers. It works with major streaming services, in cinemas, and for personal movie collections. A premium subscription unlocks advanced AI voices and full streaming service access.

Highlights
  • Reads subtitles aloud
  • Works with streaming services
  • Cinema subtitle support
  • AI-powered voices
  • Anonymous usage
  • Free for cinema use
Features
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SubReader gives you the opportunity to read subtitles aloud on your favorite movies and shows. You can use SubReader no matter if you watch movies on the big streaming services like Netflix, HBO Nordic and Viaplay, in the cinema or on movies in the school. SubReader is a completely anonymous tool that you can bring for a movie night or to the cinema. SubReader is completely free to use in the cinema and if you wish to get subtitles read aloud on your favourite streaming services, you can become a member of the SubReader Plus family. As a paid member you get free access to spoken subtitles on Netflix, HBO Nordic and Viaplay. On top of that you get access to the best voices that are based on artificial intelligence, which makes them sound smooth and human-like. -------------------------------------------------------------- If you choose to purchase SubReader Plus, payment will be charged to your iTunes account, and your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the iTunes Store after purchase. Current SubReader Plus subscription price starts at $9.99 USD/month. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. If you choose not to buy a SubReader Plus subscription, you can still use the app for free in cinemas supporting SubReader. Privacy policy: https://subreader.dk/privacy Terms of use: https://subreader.dk/terms

About

Subtify

This AI-powered utility offers real-time, offline translation for videos, games, podcasts, and more. It utilizes advanced OCR and STT technology to provide seamless subtitle and speech translation across various media formats, ensuring privacy and speed.

Highlights
  • Real-time AI translation
  • Offline functionality
  • Console game translation
  • Manga/comic text overlay
  • Audio and video transcription
  • Floating subtitles (PiP)
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Subtify: Universal AI Subtitle, Speech & Dubbing Translator Translate and dub books, games, movies, comics, or streams in real time. Works 100% offline on-device, or supercharge with Apple Intelligence (PCC) and Google Gemini AI. Subtify is your all-in-one AI companion for translation, transcription, voice dubbing, and document narration: - AI Translation Engines: 100% private on-device Apple Neural Engine for offline speed, Apple Intelligence (PCC), or Google Gemini AI for smart conversational nuance. - Visual OCR: Instant optical detection for on-screen dialogue, subtitles, and printed pages. - Speech STT: Real-time Speech-to-Text dialogue transcription with continuous history. - AI Live Dubbing & Narration: Studio-quality neural voices with smart audio ducking and background audio support. Enjoy zero latency, optional 100% offline operation with zero data usage, and complete privacy. CORE MODES: Book & Document Reader Mode Import EPUB, PDF, Word, or TXT documents from Files. Read with Apple Books-style CoreText pagination, switch between In-Place PDF Overlay (keeping charts and formulas intact) and clean reader, annotate with 5-color highlights & sticky notes, batch-translate entire books, and listen hands-free with neural voices and auto page-turning! Console Remote Play (Direct Gaming & In-Place Translation) Stream and play PX5 games on iOS at 60 FPS over 5GHz Wi-Fi! Control with virtual touch buttons or Bluetooth gamepad. Vision OCR translates dialogue in-place with spatial overlays. No capture cards needed! Console Mode (Side-Screen Companion) Connect your PX5 over Wi-Fi. While playing on TV, Subtify acts as a companion side-screen to translate subtitles via OCR or speak them with live voice dubbing. External PC & Mac Mode Connect your computer over Wi-Fi. Subtify acts as a companion screen, scanning on-screen text (OCR) or capturing audio (STT) for instant translation and voice playback. Local Video Mode Import videos from Photos or Files for translated subtitles and AI dubbing. Volume automatically ducks to 10% during speech! Supports SRT import/export. Local Audio Mode Import audio from Files for real-time transcription and translation over an interactive waveform. Manga & Comic Mode Import manga or comics (Images/PDFs). Vision detects speech bubbles, cleans original text, and overlays translations with tailored typography. Web Browser Mode Stream from YouTube, Netflix, or web media. Translate hardcoded subtitles via OCR, transcribe browser audio via mic STT, or listen via live voice dubbing. Floating Subtitles (PiP) Translate internal audio from other apps in real time! Subtitles hover over streaming apps or mobile games in a Picture-in-Picture window or thought bubble. SUPPORTED LANGUAGES: AI Translation (20+ Languages): English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and more. AI Neural Voices (10 Languages): Neural voices (Male & Female) for English, Spanish, Turkish, German, French, Italian, Chinese, Arabic, Polish, and Portuguese. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Q: Does Subtify require internet? A: No! Subtify works 100% offline using Apple on-device intelligence. You can also switch to Apple Intelligence (PCC) or Google Gemini AI for advanced translation nuance. Q: How does Live Dubbing & Narration work? A: Subtify synthesizes speech in real time as dialogue or book pages are translated. Adjust speed, select voice gender, or enable auto page-turning. Q: Can I translate console and PC games? A: Yes! Stream at 60 FPS in Remote Play or use Subtify as a side screen over Wi-Fi. ACCESS: Start with 3-Hour Translation Bank. Go limitless with flexible subscriptions or a Lifetime Unlock. Note: Offline mode requires the Apple Translate app and downloaded language packs. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://izlemvecikarim.blogspot.com/2026/04/privacy-policy-for-subtify.html

Screenshots

SubReader4 screens
Subtify4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Subtify at none against SubReader's shown. Subtify also leads on rating (3.0 vs 2.8) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). SubReader's advantage is review sentiment (25% vs 0%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.2). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. SubReader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Subtify sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Subtify holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 25% of SubReader's written reviews are positive against 0% of Subtify's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SubReader ships an update every 3 weeks, Subtify weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SubReader versus Subtify: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSubReaderSubtify
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (4 ratings)3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB67 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSubreader ApSERTUGRUL GULERYUZ

Customer experience

SubReader

All ratings4 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

Subtify

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SubReader

Subscriptions3
  • SubReader Plus14 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • SubReader Plus$5.991 Month
  • SubReader Plus14 Days trial$37.991 Year
3 purchases

Subtify

Subscriptions2
  • Subtify - Weekly Access3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Subtify - Monthly Access$4.991 Month
One-time1
  • Subtify - Lifetime Access$9.99

Questions

Is SubReader free?
SubReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Subtify free?
Subtify is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SubReader or Subtify?
Subtify is rated higher. SubReader averages 2.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Subtify averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do SubReader or Subtify have ads?
SubReader shows ads; Subtify does not.
Which is updated more often, SubReader or Subtify?
SubReader ships an update every 3 weeks, and Subtify weekly. Most recently, SubReader was updated on September 21, 2026 and Subtify on October 1, 2026.

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