Comparison

Favoread vs NovelBar

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Favoread

Access a vast library of books across numerous genres, including romance, fantasy, and LGBTQ+ stories. Enjoy a curated reading experience with personalized recommendations. Subscribe for unlimited access and exclusive benefits.

Highlights
  • Extensive book library
  • Multiple genres available
  • Personalized recommendations
  • Subscription for unlimited reading
  • Free trial option
  • User feedback integration
Features
Currently charting
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Favorite readings In this APP, you can read all kinds of books freely, which covering a rich variety of genres like Romance, Werewolf, Fantasy, CEO, Mafia, Youth, LGBTQ+, and so on. And all books and content are displayed by a screen elaborately and recommendation specially. Favorite subscription In order to achieve the most convenient and the most cost-effective reading of all books, we launch the subscription package in this app. By subscribing to our Membership, you will get the exclusive benefits, such as read in free, a free trial, one-button subscription. Favorite app team We encourage every user to express valuable suggestions and ideas regarding all aspects of our app by sending a feedback to us. And we will take every feedback into our account and try our best to optimize the reading experience and product functionality of each place in our app. Now, don’t hesitate anymore, download our app and give us a chance to be your favorite reading place! 【Membership Description of Auto Subscription Service】 1. Subscription Period:1 week/1 year 2. Subscription Price:First week 0.99 then 9.99 (Weekly) / 3 days free trial then $79.99 (Yearly) 3. Buying subscription Membership will automatically debit your iTunes account and extend the service period 24 hours before service expires. 4. If you want to unsubscribe, please open the iOS "Settings" —> enter "iTunes Store and App Store" —> click "Apple ID", select "View Apple ID", go to the "Account Settings" page, click "Subscribe" ", choose Novelink to unsubscribe. If you do not unsubscribe at least 24 hours before the end of the subscription period, this subscription will be automatically renewed. 5. Service Agreement:https://terms.noveltells.net/Favoread 6. Privacy Agreement:https://privacy.noveltells.net/Favoread

About

NovelBar

Discover a vast library of trending novels across diverse genres, from romance to fantasy. This platform offers an immersive reading experience with curated selections for every preference. Aspiring authors can also apply to have their work featured.

Highlights
  • Vast library of trending novels
  • Diverse genres including romance and fantasy
  • Curated book selections
  • Immersive reading experience
  • Platform for aspiring authors
Features
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NovelBar is an innovative reading platform that offers a vast library of trending novels across diverse genres. From passionate romances to thrilling adventures, NovelBar provides an extensive selection of books designed to leave you spellbound. We believe reading is more than just a pastime—it’s a way to escape, relax, and explore new worlds. That’s why our collection is carefully curated to cater to every preference. Whether you're drawn to heartfelt love stories or edge-of-your-seat fantasy, NovelBar has the perfect book waiting for you. Behind our expansive library is Letterlux, a dynamic platform where talented authors bring fresh, high-quality content to readers like you. If you're an aspiring author, you can apply to become a Letterlux signed writer through the link: https://letterlux.tech/ and have your novel featured on NovelBar. So whether you're a seasoned reader or simply looking to broaden your literary horizons, NovelBar is your go-to app for immersive, unforgettable stories. Subscription Agreement 1. Period:monthly(auto-renewable subscriptions) 2. Price:$19.99/month 3. Payment: The purchase will be charged to your iTunes account. 4. Renewal: The Apple iTunes account will automatically deduct fees within 24 hours before the subscription expires. After successful deduction, the subscription will be postponed for one cycle. 5. Cancel:You can cancel your subscription at any time 24 hours before the subscription expires. 6. Manage subscriptions: You can view and manage your renewals. 7. Award:After subscribing, the coins and bonus received each month are limited. If you need more coins, please make an additional recharge. 8. Privacy:https://api.novelbars.com/privacy_policy 9. Term of Service:https://api.novelbars.com/user_agreement

Screenshots

Favoread4 screens
NovelBar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NovelBar at 4.1 against Favoread's 3.0. NovelBar also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (2.2K vs 281). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Favoread sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days and NovelBar sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NovelBar holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NovelBar has 2.2K ratings behind it against 281, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Favoread's written reviews are positive against 23% of NovelBar's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Favoread ships an update every 2 months, NovelBar every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Favoread versus NovelBar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFavoreadNovelBar
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (281 ratings)4.1 (2.2K ratings) — better
Positive reviews19.8% of reviews22.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2812.2K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#156#32 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size49 MB154 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMultibook International Publishing Group LimitedQVON

Customer experience

Favoread

All ratings263 ratings
Positive44.9%
Neutral7.2%
Negative47.9%
Written reviews131 reviews
Positive19.8%
Neutral3.1%
Negative77.1%

NovelBar

All ratings2,173 ratings
Positive77.3%
Neutral2.3%
Negative20.4%
Written reviews527 reviews
Positive22.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative73.8%

User reviews

Favoread

From 281 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 📖 Ability to watch ads for bonus points and free chapter unlocks
  • ✨ Decent character pricing options
  • 📚 Short, quick-read stories suitable for busy people
  • 💰 Some promotional pricing available ($2.99 trials)

Room to improve

  • 💳 Extremely high subscription costs ($14.99-$15 per week / ~$60 per month)
  • 🚫 Impossible to cancel subscriptions through app or website
  • 🔄 Recurring unauthorized charges after cancellation attempts
  • 📖 Incomplete and unfinished stories marked as complete
  • 🔀 Stories that change plot, character names, and genders mid-narrative

NovelBar

From 2.2K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great stories
  • 👍 Enjoyable reading experience
  • 💡 Variety of book options

Room to improve

  • 💰 Exorbitant costs for reading chapters
  • 🔒 Lack of transparency around subscription model
  • 🐛 Technical issues like freezing, glitches
  • ⏱️ Slow coin accumulation for free reading

Bugs and requests

Favoread

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Request timeout errors preventing app functionality
  • Blank screens after subscription purchase
  • App crashes and freezes during use
  • Network connectivity issues
  • Subscription not appearing in Apple subscriptions list despite active billing
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  • Inability to access purchased content
  • Stories failing to load or display properly
  • Navigation difficulties between stories and home page

Requested features

9 requests
  • Ability to earn coins through daily check-ins or reading streaks
  • Option to watch ads to unlock chapters instead of mandatory subscription
  • Monthly subscription option at reasonable pricing
  • Clear, accessible in-app subscription cancellation button
  • Free trial period to test app before charging
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  • Better story curation and quality control
  • Author communication or feedback system
  • Transparent pricing and billing practices
  • Refund policy for incomplete or poor-quality stories

NovelBar

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inconsistent chapter pricing
  • Subscription benefits not being properly applied
  • Search function not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Option to purchase full books instead of chapters
  • Improved customer support responsiveness
  • Better editing and proofreading of stories

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Favoread

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Pack7 Days trial$19.997 Days
  • Yearly Pack$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • 1 Month Pack$29.99
10 purchases

NovelBar

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly subscription$9.997 Days
  • Monthly subscription$19.991 Month
  • Monthly subscription1 Month trial$19.991 Month
One-time7
  • 500 Coins$4.99
  • 900 Coins$8.99
  • 1000 Coins$9.99
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  • 2000 Coins$19.99
  • 3000 Coins$29.99
  • 4100 Coins$40.99
  • 6000 Coins$59.99

Questions

Is Favoread free?
Favoread is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NovelBar free?
NovelBar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Favoread or NovelBar?
NovelBar is rated higher. Favoread averages 3.0 out of 5 from 281 ratings, while NovelBar averages 4.1 from 2.2K ratings.
Do Favoread or NovelBar have ads?
Both Favoread and NovelBar show ads.
Which is updated more often, Favoread or NovelBar?
Favoread ships an update every 2 months, and NovelBar every 3 weeks. Most recently, Favoread was updated on November 3, 2026 and NovelBar on November 3, 2026.
Which is more popular, Favoread or NovelBar?
Favoread currently peaks at #156 in the App Store charts, and NovelBar at #32. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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