Comparison

LightComics vs Mobile IDentification App

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

Head to head
About

LightComics

This app serves as a versatile viewer for various file types, including compressed archives like ZIP and RAR, text files, PDFs, and EPUBs. It offers extensive customization for viewing experience and robust file management capabilities, including cloud storage integration.

Highlights
  • Supports ZIP, RAR, CBZ, TXT, PDF, and EPUB files
  • Image cropping, filters, and ratio adjustments
  • Text-to-Speech (TTS) functionality
  • File management with cloud storage integration
  • Customizable viewing options (fonts, colors, themes)
  • Passcode and biometric locking
Features
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Essential Viewer LightComics application for iPhone and iPad The following features are supported! ◆ Image Viewer • Supported compressed files: ZIP, RAR, CBZ, and folders are also available. * Multiple compressed files are not supported (compressed in compression file) • Supports wide image cropping, cropping, and reverse sequencing. • Supports image filter [contrast] and [inverted]. • Supports Fit Image Ratio (General), Fill Ratio (Longer Images) • For large ZIP files, fast indexing is provided. ◆ Text Viewer • Support file: TXT * Extensions that can be expressed as a text viewer are also supported (ex. .log, .sh, .md, etc.) • Supports text content search and shortcuts. • Support TTS (Text To Speed). * You can activate the function in [Labatory]. • Offers 3 default fonts and allows for font size and line-to-line adjustment. * Installed fonts are available (iOS 13 and later) • You can change the background color and font color of the font. • Provides fast indexing of large TXT files. ◆ PDF Viewer (iOS 11 and above) • Supported text files: PDF • Enables PDF content retrieval and shortcuts. ◆ EPUB Pain Text Viewer * An experimental feature in which only text is extracted from the EPUB. You can activate the function in [Labatory]. • Support file: EPUB (EPUB2, EPUB3 type) • Provides features such as a text viewer. ◆ Viewer Common Features • Background color white and black change support • Bookmark support • Enable quick page movement • Automatic slide support • Support for scrolling and page curl • Support two-page split when using page dry transitions • Support LTR, RTL, and TTB Scroll Direction ◆ Dokutment • Provides a file tree-like design support. • Works with Apple's [File] application. • Supports decompression of compressed files. • Supports new folders, rename, move, delete, and share files. • Supports file upload and download via Wi-Fi (HTTP Server). • Read files directly from external documents and repositories (iOS 13 and later) * You can activate the function in [Labatory]. ◆ Remote Storage • Support FTP, WebDAV, Dropbox, Onedrive, Google Drive * Background downloads are not supported. • You can delete files in remote storage. ◆ Common Features • Works with Apple's File application. • Supports dark themes. • Supports passcode or biometric locking. • Supports iCloud synchronization. (Sync only the data in the read information, the file will not be synchronized.) • Support a wide range of other default options ◆ Laboratory functions • EPUB (epub2, epub3)extracts only text from file to represent viewer • Page movement using volume up and down physical buttons • Page movement via Bluetooth keyboard • Text to Speech (TTS) support • Status bar always displays • External documents and storage access • Hide hidden files ◆ If you have any questions, please send them directly to the app at [Settings] - [Contact] or segunleedev@gmail.com. ◆ The Labatory feature can make some error. ◆ If the app shuts down immediately when running, switch on iOS [Settings]App -> [LightComics] -> reset and re-run * The saved reading list is deleted. icon provide: https://icons8.com

About

Mobile IDentification App

This app allows you to store and use government-issued digital identification cards on your smartphone. It offers the same legal validity as physical IDs, providing a convenient and secure way to verify your identity for various purposes.

Highlights
  • Mobile Resident Registration Card
  • Mobile Driver's License
  • Mobile National Veterans Registration Card
  • Mobile Overseas Koreans Identity Verification Card
  • Secure smartphone storage
  • Same legal effect as traditional IDs
Features
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※If the app is not updated, errors may occur during app operation. Mobile ID, Mobile Resident Registration Card, Mobile Driver’s License, Mobile National Veterans Registration Card, and Mobile Overseas Koreans Identity Verification Card are IDs that can be issued on personal smartphones and have same legal effect as traditional IDs. [Mobile ID App Introduction] Mobile ID, Mobile Resident Registration Card, Mobile Driver’s License, Mobile National Veterans Registration Card, and Mobile Overseas Koreans Identity Verification Card are government-issued IDs stored securely on personal smartphones, carrying the same legal effect as traditional IDs and provides convenient usage. [Introduction to Mobile Resident Registration Card and Driver’s License] The Mobile Resident Registration Card and Driver’s License are legal IDs securely encrypted and stored on personal smartphones, issued by the Ministry of the Interior and Safety and the Korean National Police Agency. [Eligibility and Requirements] - Holders of a Resident Registration Card or Driver’s License, or new applicants - Smartphone registered under the applicant’s name - Subscriber to a domestic mobile network enabling personal identity verification iOS 16 or higher, with biometric authentication and NFC support ※For non-IC ID holders, QR issuance is available at community centers (Resident Registration Card) or driver’s license test centers (Driver’s License). ※Subscriber of mobile virtual network operator (MVNOs) can also apply. (Excluding TPlus (KCT – Korea Cable Telecom)) ※Corporate-issued phone or anonymous prepaid phones currently cannot be used. [How to Apply for a Mobile Driver’s License] To issue your Mobile Driver’s License quickly, bring your physical driver’s license and a smartphone with the Mobile ID app installed to a driver’s license test center. Applications can also be submitted at police department offices or through the Korea Road Traffic Authority's Integrated Driver’s License Services website for online IC driver’s license requests. ▶Issuance Methods (Resident Registration Card, Driver’s License): - Method 1: Replace your physical ID with an IC ID and issue the mobile ID directly by scanning (tagging) it with your smartphone. - Method 2: Use on-site QR issuance at community centers (Resident Registration Card) or driver’s license test centers (Driver’s License) without replacing the physical ID. ※ Mobile IDs (Resident Registration Card, Driver’s License) are legal IDs, and at least one in-person identity verification process is required at the issuing agency. ※ If a physical ID is replaced with an IC ID, future reissuance of a mobile ID upon changing smartphones will not require a revisit to the issuing agency. ※ IC Resident Registration Card: Application is available only at community centers, and it takes about 15 days for issuance. ※ IC Driver’s License: Issuance is available on the same day at license test centers or takes approximately 15 days when applying through police departments. ※ For online applications of IC driver’s licenses, select a date for receipt at least 15 days after the application date (excluding public holidays). ※ For details on IC Driver’s License issuance, visit the Korea Road Traffic Authority’s website (www.safedriving.or.kr). [Precautions] - Tagging IC IDs (Resident Registration Card, Driver’s License): Remove the smartphone case, place the IC ID on a flat surface, and ensure contact for 3–4 seconds. ※ Tagging area: Back upper section (near the camera). ※ Avoid overlapping IC IDs with other items like transit cards, as it may cause duplicate recognition. - Facial Recognition Procedure: Clean the smartphone's front camera and position it in a well-lit area. Keep your face about 40–50 cm (arm’s length) away, look straight ahead, and follow the instructions (e.g., blink, turn your head right and left). [Inquiries] Mobile ID Call Center: 1688-0990

Screenshots

LightComics4 screens
Mobile IDentification App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: LightComics at 90% against Mobile IDentification App's 27%. LightComics also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.4) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). Mobile IDentification App's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. LightComics sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mobile IDentification App asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LightComics holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 50 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 90% of LightComics's written reviews are positive against 27% of Mobile IDentification App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LightComics ships an update every 2 weeks, Mobile IDentification App monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
LightComics versus Mobile IDentification App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLightComicsMobile IDentification App
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (16 ratings) — better2.4 (50 ratings)
Positive reviews89.7% of reviews — better27.5% of reviews
Number of ratings1650 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size66 MB228 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeGun Lee행정안전부

Customer experience

LightComics

All ratings16 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews58 reviews
Positive89.7%
Neutral3.4%
Negative6.9%

Mobile IDentification App

All ratings50 ratings
Positive32.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative64.0%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive27.5%
Neutral7.8%
Negative64.7%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

LightComics

One-time1
  • Remove banner ads$0.99
None

Mobile IDentification App

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LightComics free?
LightComics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mobile IDentification App free?
Mobile IDentification App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LightComics or Mobile IDentification App?
LightComics is rated higher. LightComics averages 4.7 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while Mobile IDentification App averages 2.4 from 50 ratings.
Do LightComics or Mobile IDentification App have ads?
LightComics shows ads; Mobile IDentification App does not.
Which is updated more often, LightComics or Mobile IDentification App?
LightComics ships an update every 2 weeks, and Mobile IDentification App monthly. Most recently, LightComics was updated on October 4, 2026 and Mobile IDentification App on October 13, 2026.

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