# WebiRead vs Dolphin Reader

The clearest difference is rating: Dolphin Reader at 3.3 against WebiRead's 2.9. Dolphin Reader also leads on review sentiment (25% vs 10%). WebiRead's advantage is iOS requirement (11.1 vs 13.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WebiRead sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Dolphin Reader sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dolphin Reader holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 16 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 10% of WebiRead's written reviews are positive against 25% of Dolphin Reader's.

WebiRead ships an update fortnightly, Dolphin Reader every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and August 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WebiRead | Dolphin Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webiread-make-reading-simple/id1522442870/reviews) | **[3.3 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolphin-reader/id1569280416/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 9.5% of reviews | **25.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 58 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.1** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Sengle Tech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516764218) | [Dolphin Technology Company Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1569145150) |

## What reviewers say

### WebiRead

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/webiread-make-reading-simple/id1522442870)

Access a vast library of books, novels, and fiction across various genres like sci-fi, romance, and non-fiction. Read online or download titles for offline enjoyment. Offers membership privileges for an enhanced reading experience.

**Highlights:** Vast book library, Online reading, Offline reading, Multiple genres, Membership privileges, Chapter purchases

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Prime Membership | $5.99 | per month |
| Package of 100 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Package of 500 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Pack for a short novel | $4.99 | one-time |
| Package of 1000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Pack for a novella | $9.99 | one-time |
| Package of 2000 coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Annual Prime Membership | $39.99 | one-time |
| Package of 5000 coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| Package of 10000 coins | $99.99 | one-time |


### Dolphin Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dolphin-reader/id1569280416)

Access a vast library of web novels and fantasy stories across multiple genres. Enjoy popular titles, the latest chapters, and exclusive membership benefits. Read for free or purchase coins for discounted chapter access.

**Highlights:** Extensive book genres: Romance, Mystery, Fantasy, Werewolf/Vampire, Collection of popular web novels and new reads, Latest chapters available, Hundreds of books read over 1 million times, Membership privileges: free books, discounted chapters, bonus coins, Purchase gold coins for chapter access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $5.99 | per month |
| Beginner Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Chapter Unlock Pack 3 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Annual Membership | $39.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WebiRead free?

WebiRead is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Dolphin Reader free?

Dolphin Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, WebiRead or Dolphin Reader?

Dolphin Reader is rated higher. WebiRead averages 2.9 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Dolphin Reader averages 3.3 from 16 ratings.

### Do WebiRead or Dolphin Reader have ads?

Both WebiRead and Dolphin Reader show ads.

### Which is updated more often, WebiRead or Dolphin Reader?

WebiRead ships an update fortnightly, and Dolphin Reader every 9 days. Most recently, WebiRead was updated on September 29, 2026 and Dolphin Reader on August 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*