# KedaReader vs ComicShelf Reader

The clearest difference is rating: ComicShelf Reader at 5.0 against KedaReader's 4.5. ComicShelf Reader also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8). KedaReader's advantage is ratings volume (200 vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. KedaReader sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. ComicShelf Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ComicShelf Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KedaReader has 200 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | KedaReader | ComicShelf Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (200 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kedareader/id1545372338/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comicshelf-reader/id6781883679/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **200** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 85.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 247 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [晖铠 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1545370672) | [Thomas Eggenberger](https://appshunter.io/developer/6772668034) |

## What reviewers say

### KedaReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kedareader/id1545372338)

Read your DRM-free digital comic collections on iOS devices with a rich experience. Supports various archive formats, nested files, and cloud storage integration. Offers advanced reading modes and streaming capabilities for seamless access to your library.

**Highlights:** Supports PDF, ZIP, RAR, CBZ, CBR, EPUB, MOBI, AZW3, Reads archives without decompression, Supports nested archives and folders, Cloud sync via iCloud, Box, Dropbox, OneDrive, Connects to Komga, Kavita, Calibre via OPDS, Streaming reading from WebDAV/SMB servers, AI-based image enhancement

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy me an ice cream~ | $0.99 | one-time |
| Buy me a milk tea | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buy me a coffee | $2.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime (Early supporter) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Buy me a happy day~ | $3.99 | one-time |
| Buy me a happy week~ | $8.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $9.99 | one-time |
| Buy me a happy month~ | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best manga reader
- 👍 Excellent features
- 🔒 Secure and private
- 💡 Innovative upscaling
- 👍 Seamless NAS integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 🔒 Concerns about paywall and monetization

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with page orientation and rotation
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Inconsistent behavior when switching Apple IDs

**Requested features**

- Add reading mode with eye-friendly display
- Support for EPUB format and text-based books
- Implement Apple TV and macOS support
- Add bookmark and favorite features
- Improve page orientation and rotation handling


### ComicShelf Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comicshelf-reader/id6781883679)

Organize and read your digital comic collection with support for multiple formats like CBZ, CBR, PDF, and EPUB. Enjoy various library and reading views, including panel-by-panel zoom and cloud storage integration. Designed for a seamless reading experience on iPhone and iPad.

**Highlights:** Supports CBZ, CBR, PDF, EPUB formats, Carousel, Shelf, and Grid library views, Paginated, Panel, and Scroll reading modes, Right-to-left reading for manga, Cloud storage integration (Google Drive, iCloud, WebDAV), Handcrafted dark UI with optional red theme

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KedaReader free?

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

### Is ComicShelf Reader free?

ComicShelf Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, KedaReader or ComicShelf Reader?

ComicShelf Reader is rated higher. KedaReader averages 4.5 out of 5 from 200 ratings, while ComicShelf Reader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do KedaReader or ComicShelf Reader have ads?

Neither KedaReader nor ComicShelf Reader shows ads.

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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.*