# Onlynovel vs Yep Novel

The clearest difference is rating: Onlynovel at 4.5 against Yep Novel's 3.1. Yep Novel's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Onlynovel sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Yep Novel sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Onlynovel holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 35 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Onlynovel's written reviews are positive against 64% of Yep Novel's.

Onlynovel ships an update every 4 months, Yep Novel every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Onlynovel | Yep Novel |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onlynovel/id1616766748/reviews)** | [3.1 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yep-novel/id6443792115/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **35** |
| Positive reviews | **72.0% of reviews** | 64.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 76 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [HK Qingmo Technology limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530149553) | [炜东 辜](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530167164) |

## What reviewers say

### Onlynovel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onlynovel/id1616766748)

Discover a vast library of novels across various genres, including romance, fantasy, and sci-fi. Enjoy a comfortable reading experience with customizable settings and offline access. Get personalized recommendations and stay updated with the latest chapters.

**Highlights:** Millions of novels across genres, Copyrighted content, Quick chapter updates, Smart personalized recommendations, Customizable reader settings, Offline reading capability

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1260 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 2100 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 4200 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 8400 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 21000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Captivating stories
- 📖 Engaging plots
- 💖 Steamy romance
- ✨ Incredible world-building
- 😊 Touching relationships

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Expensive to read
- 💰 High cost per chapter
- 😩 Frustrating payment model
- 👎 Poor translation quality
- ❌ No free reading options

**Reported bugs**

- Connection issues with Facebook/Google
- Login problems

**Requested features**

- Option to watch ads for coupons
- Daily coin rewards
- Make more chapters free
- Alternative payment methods for younger users


### Yep Novel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yep-novel/id6443792115)

Discover a vast library of werewolf, vampire, fantasy, and suspense novels. Enjoy curated recommendations, daily rewards, and a platform for aspiring writers. This app offers an immersive reading experience with diverse genres tailored for fans of captivating stories.

**Highlights:** Extensive collection of original novels, Curated recommendations, Daily rewards and free reading opportunities, Platform for original creators, Multiple genres including Werewolf and Fantasy

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Membership Card (Monthly) | $14.99 | per month |
| 500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Reading | $59.99 | one-time |
| 8000 Coins | $79.99 | one-time |
| yep.con.9.svip | $79.99 | one-time |
| yep.con.10.svip | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📚 Wide variety of books
- 🌟 Engaging stories
- 🎁 Daily check-in rewards
- 💡 Reader-centric development
- 💖 Romantic stories available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent loading/network errors
- 💸 High cost of books/coins
- ⏳ Slow coin earning rate
- 🤔 Confusing reward system
- 📉 Low free points/rewards

**Reported bugs**

- App not loading/showing network errors
- Login issues with Apple ID/hidden emails
- Subscription cancellation link leads to chapter book
- App servers always down

**Requested features**

- Option to buy books at once instead of chapters
- More ways to earn coins
- Faster coin accumulation
- Improved support system
- Manual sign-in option for hidden emails


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Onlynovel free?

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

### Is Yep Novel free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Onlynovel or Yep Novel?

Onlynovel is rated higher. Onlynovel averages 4.5 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Yep Novel averages 3.1 from 35 ratings.

### Do Onlynovel or Yep Novel have ads?

Onlynovel shows ads; Yep Novel does not.

### Which is updated more often, Onlynovel or Yep Novel?

Onlynovel ships an update every 4 months, and Yep Novel every 10 days. Most recently, Onlynovel was updated on November 3, 2026 and Yep Novel on November 3, 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.*