Box of Fun vs TTS Comic Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Box of Fun
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A beautifully designed comic book viewer for everybody. It makes reading comics fun again. The only thing missing is the smell of the pulp and ink. •Compatible with cbr, cbz, and pdf files. •Advanced Comic Book Format compatible to provide translations, frames, and text–to–speech. •Customizable viewing for landscape and portrait modes. •Fun reading surfaces let you pretend you're reading on the floor or secretly in your notebook at school. •Choose from 6 different app icons to match your favorite genre. •Import files from any app that offers file sharing, or add them in iTunes' File Sharing.
TTS Comic Reader
This app transforms comic reading with advanced text-to-speech narration, offering multiple reading modes and full accessibility features. It supports importing comic collections and automatically downloading new issues, making comics accessible for everyone.
- Smart Text-to-Speech narration
- Multiple reading modes (Panel, Speed, Guided, Audio)
- Full accessibility options
- CBZ file import
- RSS feed integration
- Advanced search
- OpenDyslexic font support
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Transform your comic reading experience with advanced text-to-speech technology. TTS Comic Reader makes comics accessible for everyone through intelligent voice narration, multiple reading modes, and powerful customization options. KEY FEATURES: • Smart Text-to-Speech - Automatic voice narration with language detection and speed control • Multiple Reading Modes - Normal, Panel, Speed Reading, Guided, and Audio modes • Full Accessibility - High contrast themes, adjustable fonts, VoiceOver support • CBZ Support - Import and organize your comic collection • RSS Feed Integration - Automatically download new comics from your favorite sources • Advanced Search - Find text across all your comics instantly • OpenDyslexic Font - Built-in dyslexia-friendly reading support READING MODES: - Panel Mode: Navigate panel by panel with highlighting - Speed Reading: RSVP word-by-word display (100-800 WPM) - Guided Reading: Two-phase narration with descriptions and dialogue - Audio Mode: Hands-free continuous playback ACCESSIBILITY FIRST: Designed for users with visual impairments, reading difficulties, and anyone who prefers audio content. Comprehensive VoiceOver support, customizable contrast modes, and adjustable text display options. Perfect for commuting, multitasking, or simply enjoying comics in a new way.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: TTS Comic Reader at Free against Box of Fun's $2.99. On update cadence, ads, 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
TTS Comic Reader is free to download; Box of Fun costs $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Box of Fun ships an update every 6 months, TTS Comic Reader every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Box of Fun | TTS Comic Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 1.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 5 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Steve Mills | Ian Quinn |
In-app purchases
Box of Fun
No in-app purchases
TTS Comic Reader
No in-app purchases
