SamlibReader vs ATReader Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SamlibReader
This app provides a convenient way to read books from the "Magazine Samizdat" website. It addresses issues with incorrect HTML markup, allowing users to customize font size and encoding for a better reading experience. It also keeps track of your reading progress and book list.
- Read "Magazine Samizdat" content
- Customizable font size
- Selectable text encoding
- Stores reading progress
- Maintains book list
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The application is made to read the materials of the site "Magazine Samizdat" samlib.ru On the website there are many new interesting books but, unfortunately, there is an incorrect HTML markup code. It is very inconvenient to read texts in many browsers (it is impossible to increase the text size), and downloaded files in most applications reader html files are opened with the wrong encoding. The app allows you to choose the encoding and font size, and stores a list of books and a reading position.
ATReader Pro
Access and enjoy a vast library of books and audiobooks from Author.Today. Features include offline reading, smart playback, customizable reading settings, and seamless integration with the Author.Today website. Offers a free trial period before requiring a subscription.
- Offline book access
- CarPlay audiobook support
- Smart audiobook player
- Customizable reading settings
- Personal book collections
- Import from Author.Today library
- Reading progress tracking
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ATReader Pro — read and listen to books from Author.Today! Thousands of books in different genres: fantasy, mystery, romance, business literature, and much more. CarPlay support — listen to audiobooks in your car Offline mode — download books and read without an internet connection Smart player — auto-save position, automatic transition to the next chapter Flexible reading settings — dark mode, font and text size selection, and more Easy search — by title, author, genre, or tags First 7 days free, then a subscription is required. FEATURES: - Personal book collections - Top books and authors in “What to Read?” and “What to Listen?” sections - Import from your Author.Today Library - Notifications from the portal - Reading progress tracking - Integration with the Author.Today website - Book search - Reading and listening to books online/offline - A completely overhauled book reader packed with powerful features (bookmarks, highlights, search...) - Book narration - Convert e-books to audiobooks. Important: Unofficial app developed by an independent developer. Author.Today is not responsible for the app’s operation. The app uses the official public API of Author.Today. The developer does not guarantee uninterrupted operation and is not liable (including financially) in case of API changes or unavailability. The app is provided “as is”, without any warranties. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/atreader-pro-for-author-today/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SamlibReader at none against ATReader Pro's 2. SamlibReader also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 18.5). On price, update cadence, ads 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. ATReader Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. SamlibReader asks for nothing beyond the download.
SamlibReader ships an update every 6 weeks, ATReader Pro monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SamlibReader | ATReader Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 28.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 18.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 95 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ivan Kramarchuk | Anatoliy Vyzhletsov |
Customer experience
SamlibReader
ATReader Pro
In-app purchases
SamlibReader
No in-app purchases
ATReader Pro
- Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Yearly Suscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
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