TinyReaderHubPro vs xiComic
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TinyReaderHubPro
This application offers a streamlined way to manage and read various comic file formats directly from archives. It features smart file management, personalized reading settings, and multiple transfer options for a smooth, offline reading experience.
- Supports PDF, ZIP, RAR, 7Z archives
- Read files directly from archives
- Automatic file recognition and categorization
- Optimized page turning and zooming
- Customizable themes, fonts, and reading modes
- iCloud and local network file transfer
- Offline reading support
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TinyReaderHub is a beautifully designed local comic reader that makes it easy to manage and read various comic file formats. Key Features: • Multiple File Format Support: PDF, ZIP, RAR, 7Z archives • Direct Reading: Browse files inside archives without extraction • Smart File Management: Automatic file recognition and categorization • Smooth Reading Experience: Optimized page turning and zooming • Personalized Settings: Themes, font sizes, reading modes • File Transfer: iCloud, local network, and various sharing methods • Password Protection: Support for password-protected archives • User Guide: Built-in detailed usage instructions Highlights: • Minimalist Design: Clean and beautiful interface with intuitive controls • Efficient Reading: Fast loading and smooth page turning • Smart Sorting: Automatic sorting by filename, date, etc. • Multi-language Support: Chinese, English, Japanese interfaces • Offline Reading: No internet required, read anywhere Whether you're a comic enthusiast or need to read PDF documents, TinyReaderHub provides an excellent reading experience. Download now and start your reading journey!
xiComic
This app provides a fast and private reading experience for your existing comic and manga files. It supports various import methods and reading modes, including left-to-right, right-to-left, and vertical scrolling. Organize your library effortlessly with collections and automatic grouping.
- Import CBZ, CBR, ZIP, RAR files
- Supports JPG, PNG, WEBP, HEIC, GIF
- Comic, Manga, and Vertical Scroll modes
- Organize library with collections
- Automatic series grouping
- Privacy-focused, no account needed
- Offline reading
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Own the comics — own the experience. xiComic is a blazing-fast, privacy-first reader for the comic and manga files you already have. No storefront, no ads, no account needed — just smooth reading on iPhone, iPad, Mac and even Apple Vision! Also next iPhone ;) — Effortless importing • Open CBZ, CBR, ZIP or RAR from Files, AirDrop, Share Sheet or drag-and-drop • Batch-import entire folders in one tap — RAR5 included! • Also reads loose image folders: JPG, PNG, WEBP, HEIC, GIF — Reading perfected • Comic Mode — left-to-right for Western comics and graphic novels • Manga Mode — right-to-left for authentic manga reading • Vertical Scroll — top-to-bottom for webtoons and long-strip comics • Pinch-to-zoom on any page. Wanna stay focused? Tap to hide all controls! — Organize your way • Create collections and sort your library however you like • Want automatic series grouping? Just tap Magic Organizer! • Grid view with beautiful edge-to-edge covers and blazing-fast search — Privacy & legality first • Your files never leave your device unless you choose to — safely! • Anonymous analytics help improve the app — nothing is ever linked to you • No ads, no account, no interruptions — ever — Accessible & multilingual • Designed with accessibility in mind, with VoiceOver labels for navigation and reading • Fully translated in English, German, Spanish, French, and Italian — more coming soon! — Perfect for • Reading comics, manga, and graphic novels offline on iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Vision Pro • Organizing large digital comic collections • Reading webtoons with vertical scrolling • Enjoying your library without ads, subscriptions, or any interruptions — Frequently asked questions Is xiComic really free? Yes — no in-app purchases, no subscriptions, and no advertisements. All features are currently included at no cost. Does it work without internet? Completely. Your comic library lives on your device. No internet connection needed. What formats can I open? CBZ, CBR, ZIP, RAR (including RAR5), plus folders of JPG, PNG, WEBP, HEIC, and GIF images. Can I read manga right-to-left? Yes! Switch between Comic Mode, Manga Mode, and Vertical Scroll anytime. Is my data safe? xiComic collects zero personal data. No ads, no account required. Your files never leave your device. You own the comics, xiComic helps you enjoy them ;)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: TinyReaderHubPro at 50% against xiComic's 0%. TinyReaderHubPro also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). xiComic's advantage is price (Free vs $9.99). 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
xiComic is free to download; TinyReaderHubPro costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and August 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TinyReaderHubPro | xiComic |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | — | 3.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 118 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 泽勇 周 | Alireza Rezagholian |
Customer experience
TinyReaderHubPro
xiComic
In-app purchases
TinyReaderHubPro
No in-app purchases
xiComic
No in-app purchases
Questions
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