TaqReader vs Rubatar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TaqReader
This application allows users to download and read EPUB files directly from web links. It offers a straightforward and efficient reading experience for digital books.
- EPUB reader
- Download from links
- Fast performance
- Reliable functionality
- Free to use
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Simple, fast, reliable and free epub reader. Just enter a link to an epub file, download it and read it :)
Rubatar
Experience a harmonious blend of classical poetry and traditional regional music. Listen to curated playlists, read timeless verses, and find a space for reflection. Discover art and emotion united in a unique digital sanctuary.
- Listen to curated traditional music playlists
- Read classical poetry selections
- Daily poetry available without subscription
- Connect Apple Music account
- Future poem analysis and bookmarking
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Rubatar is a simple space where traditional regional music and classical poetry meet. Listen, read, and reflect, all in harmony. What is Rubatar? The name Rubatar blends Rubaii (رباعی), a classical four-line poetic form, and Tār (تار), a traditional Persian string instrument. Together, they symbolize the union of verse and sound, timeless expressions of art and emotion. How it works • Connect your Apple Music account to listen to curated playlists of traditional and regional instrumental music. • Read selections of classical poems from across cultures while immersing yourself in these sounds. • Even without an active Apple Music subscription, you can still read and enjoy the daily poetry in Rubatar. Coming soon We’re working on new features including: • Poem analysis and commentary • Bookmarking and sharing poems • Search and discovery tools for poetry and music Join the community Rubatar grows with its listeners and readers. If you curate traditional or classical regional music, or play instruments such as the Tār, Se Tār, Santoor, Oud, or Tonbak, we’d love to feature your work. Independent poets are also welcome to reach out and share their art. Contact us We’re building Rubatar for those who love poetry, music, and reflection. Your feedback helps shape the journey, let us know your thoughts and ideas.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Rubatar at 5.0 against TaqReader's 4.4. Rubatar also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 6 weeks). TaqReader's advantage is ratings volume (1K vs 1) and chart position (#111 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Rubatar holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TaqReader has 1K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
TaqReader ships an update every 6 weeks, Rubatar every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TaqReader | Rubatar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (1K ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 58.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1K — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #111 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 71 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Madan Ali Abu Hayzah | Meghdad Abbaszadegan |
Customer experience
TaqReader
Rubatar
Bugs and requests
TaqReader
Reported bugs
4 issues- Frequent app crashes
- Audiobook playback issues
- Inconsistent page/progress tracking
- Subscription/purchase problems
Requested features
4 requests- Add dark mode option
- Improve iPad/iOS compatibility and features
- Implement annotation and highlighting tools
- Add custom folder organization for books
Rubatar
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
TaqReader
No in-app purchases
Rubatar
No in-app purchases









