Comparison

eComics vs Redwing

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

Head to head
About

eComics

Browse, organize, and read your digital comic collection on your device. Supports popular comic formats and offers easy navigation with page previews. Add favorites and share with friends.

Highlights
  • Comic book browser with thumbnails
  • Supports CBZ, CBR, and ZIP formats
  • Quick page switching with preview
  • Compatible with all screen resolutions
  • Add comics to favorites list
  • Organize and order comics
Features
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eComics is a fast, clean comic book reader built for people who already have a library of CBR, CBZ, and ZIP files and just want a great way to read them. KEY FEATURES - Full support for CBR, CBZ, and ZIP comic formats - Smooth page-by-page reading with page curl transition - Quick thumbnail browser to jump to any page instantly - Grid and list view for organizing your library your way - Automatic resume — pick up exactly where you left off - Add comics to Favorites for one-tap access - Works with all screen sizes and resolutions - Import comics directly from your device or cloud storage WHY USERS PICK eComics Most comic readers force you to deal with clunky file management or limited format support. eComics was built to solve exactly that — import your collection, organize it the way you want, and get back to reading in seconds. Whether you're catching up on the latest manga release, revisiting a favorite superhero arc, or working through a stack of indie graphic novels, eComics keeps your entire library organized and instantly accessible. ORGANIZE YOUR WAY Switch between grid view for visual browsing and list view for quick scanning. Mark favorites, track your reading progress automatically, and never lose your place again. Download eComics today and turn your device into a portable comic book library. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you — your input shapes every update.

About

Redwing

This app helps you discover the correct reading order for your favorite comic books. Track your progress through complex story arcs and plan your comic reading journey.

Highlights
  • Comic reading order guidance
  • Progress tracking
  • Story arc planning
  • Character-based order
  • Interweaving story-arc support
Features
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Your companion app that provides the reading order for your favorite comics and allows you to keep track of your progress. From characters to singular and interweaving story-arcs, Redwing enables you to track your Comic Book reading and will help you plan the perfect reading order. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

eComics4 screens
Redwing4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: eComics at 4.1 against Redwing's 2.6. Redwing's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. eComics sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Redwing sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

eComics holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 12 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 50% and 50% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

eComics ships an update every 3 months, Redwing every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
eComics versus Redwing: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametereComicsRedwing
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (7 ratings) — better2.6 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings712 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB65 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperEyermin Colon SanchezRedwing Tech Limited

Customer experience

eComics

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral14.3%
Negative14.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Redwing

All ratings12 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

eComics

One-time1
  • eComics$6.99
3 purchases

Redwing

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$49.99

Questions

Is eComics free?
eComics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Redwing free?
Redwing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, eComics or Redwing?
eComics is rated higher. eComics averages 4.1 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Redwing averages 2.6 from 12 ratings.
Do eComics or Redwing have ads?
eComics shows ads; Redwing does not.
Which is updated more often, eComics or Redwing?
eComics ships an update every 3 months, and Redwing every 4 weeks. Most recently, eComics was updated on September 15, 2026 and Redwing on September 25, 2026.

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