# ComicReader vs Screens 5

The clearest difference is rating: Screens 5 at 4.5 against ComicReader's 3.5. Screens 5 also leads on review sentiment (49% vs 13%) and ratings volume (568 vs 51). ComicReader's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ComicReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Screens 5 sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Screens 5 holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screens 5 has 568 ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of ComicReader's written reviews are positive against 49% of Screens 5's.

ComicReader ships an update every 3 weeks, Screens 5 every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ComicReader | Screens 5 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comicreader/id1597314495/reviews) | **[4.5 (568 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screens-5-vnc-remote-desktop/id1663047912/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 51 | **568** |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | **49.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pablo Clemente](https://appshunter.io/developer/721792087) | [Edovia Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/284606519) |

## What reviewers say

### ComicReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comicreader/id1597314495)

This application is designed for iPad users with extensive comic collections. It offers a polished interface to manage and read thousands of comics without performance issues. Import comics via iTunes, Wi-Fi web server, or the Files app.

**Highlights:** Polished interface, Handles large comic collections (1500+ comics), Background comic import, No pre-processing required, Supports CBR, CBZ, and PDF, Multiple import methods (iTunes, Wi-Fi, Files app)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ComicReader Plus | $8.99 | one-time |


### Screens 5

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screens-5-vnc-remote-desktop/id1663047912)

Access and control your Mac, Windows, Linux, or Raspberry Pi computers remotely from any device. Enjoy fast, secure connections with features like privacy masking, multi-display support, and file transfer.

**Highlights:** Remote computer access, Secure connections, Multi-display support, Clipboard sharing, File transfer, Privacy masking (Curtain Mode)

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.49 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Family Upgrade | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent remote access
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🔒 Secure SSH-based remote control
- 👍 Native to Apple ecosystem
- 🚀 High-quality remote desktop rendering

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Unreliable connection and frequent disconnections
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Requires complex networking setup (port forwarding, Tailscale)
- 🐛 Issues with full-screen mode and window management
- 🐛 Telemetry and analytics cannot be disabled

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to delete auto-saved nearby devices
- Inconsistent behavior when editing device configurations
- Screens Connect failing to work reliably

**Requested features**

- Ability to block remote input while keeping remote desktop visible
- File transfer between Mac and iOS/iPadOS
- Upgrade pricing for existing users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ComicReader free?

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

### Is Screens 5 free?

Screens 5 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ComicReader or Screens 5?

Screens 5 is rated higher. ComicReader averages 3.5 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while Screens 5 averages 4.5 from 568 ratings.

### Do ComicReader or Screens 5 have ads?

Neither ComicReader nor Screens 5 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ComicReader or Screens 5?

ComicReader ships an update every 3 weeks, and Screens 5 every 2 weeks. Most recently, ComicReader was updated on October 13, 2026 and Screens 5 on October 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.*