Comparison

QzView vs ShelfStream

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

Head to head
About

QzView

View zipped images and PDF files directly on your device. Easily transfer files using local network sharing, AirDrop, or iTunes File Sharing. This application is designed for efficient digital content management.

Highlights
  • View zipped images
  • View PDF files
  • Local network sharing
  • AirDrop support
  • iTunes File Sharing
Features
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Comic viewer on your device major functionality: Can view: - Zipped images - pdf files. Download your files via: - local network sharing - AirDrop - iTunes File sharing This app uses LGPL v2.1 licensed library of libDSM, TOSMBClient https://github.com/albert-qjinp-queuez/TOSMBClient object files is in https://github.com/albert-qjinp-queuez/qzview-Objects-normal

About

ShelfStream

This app is a powerful comic and manga viewer that supports a wide range of file formats and cloud storage services. It offers a premium reading experience with intelligent prefetching and multiple viewing modes, along with easy library management.

Highlights
  • Cloud storage integration (iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box)
  • NAS and server connection (SMB, WebDAV, FTP/SFTP)
  • Zero load time prefetching
  • Multiple reading modes (single, spread, vertical scroll)
  • Support for ZIP, CBZ, RAR, CBR, PDF, 7z
  • Library organization and bookmarks
Features
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【The Ultimate Comic & Manga Viewer】 ShelfStream is the next-generation viewer designed for comic enthusiasts who want the best reading experience for their scanned ebook and comic collection. ■ Cloud Storage Support (Premium) • Works with iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Box • Read your files where they are, without copying them to your device ■ NAS & Server Connection (Premium) • SMB, WebDAV, FTP/SFTP protocols supported • Open books on your home server without copying them • Handle massive libraries effortlessly ■ Comfortable Reading Experience • ZIP/CBZ files prefetch page by page, so you can start reading without waiting for the whole file (RAR/CBR/7z/PDF are retrieved in full before display) • 7 reading styles (single page, two-page spread, vertical scroll (Webtoon), and more) • Right-to-left and left-to-right reading support • Save display settings per book and series ("Apply to Series" for batch setup) • Set the fit method separately for portrait/landscape, plus a landscape layout option ■ Extensive Format Support • ZIP, CBZ, RAR, CBR, PDF, 7z compatible • Image files (JPEG, PNG, WebP) ■ Easy Library Management • Organize by series • Bookmarks and reading history (reading position is stored on this device) • Intuitive library controls ■ Pricing • Free: local file reading, all 7 reading styles, series management, bookmarks • ShelfStream Premium: cloud and NAS connections with streaming  Monthly plan (1 month, auto-renewing) US$0.49 / Yearly plan (1 year, auto-renewing) US$5.99  Both include a 7-day free trial • No ads, including on the free plan Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. The ultimate viewer for digital comic collectors. Start free today. --- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://shelfstream.remosia.biz/privacy/

Screenshots

QzView4 screens
ShelfStream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ShelfStream at 5.0 against QzView's 4.4. ShelfStream also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). QzView's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume 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. ShelfStream sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. QzView asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ShelfStream holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

QzView ships an update every 3 weeks, ShelfStream weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
QzView versus ShelfStream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQzViewShelfStream
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (5 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developeralbert Park株式会社リモシア

Customer experience

QzView

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ShelfStream

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

QzView

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

ShelfStream

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan7 Days trial$0.491 Month
  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial$5.991 Year

Questions

Is QzView free?
QzView is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ShelfStream free?
ShelfStream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, QzView or ShelfStream?
ShelfStream is rated higher. QzView averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while ShelfStream averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do QzView or ShelfStream have ads?
Neither QzView nor ShelfStream shows ads.
Which is updated more often, QzView or ShelfStream?
QzView ships an update every 3 weeks, and ShelfStream weekly. Most recently, QzView was updated on October 4, 2026 and ShelfStream on October 2, 2026.

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