# Favoread vs RillStory

The clearest difference is rating: RillStory at 4.5 against Favoread's 3.0. RillStory also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (32% vs 20%). Favoread's advantage is chart position (#193 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Favoread sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per 7 days and RillStory sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RillStory holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 281 and 443 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Favoread's written reviews are positive against 32% of RillStory's.

Favoread ships an update every 2 months, RillStory every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Favoread | RillStory |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (281 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/favoread/id1621443204/reviews) | **[4.5 (443 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rillstory/id6745937356/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 281 | **443** |
| Positive reviews | 19.8% of reviews | **32.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#193** | — |
| Size | 49 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Multibook International Publishing Group Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1554810047) | [CANTREE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780736765) |

## What reviewers say

### Favoread

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/favoread/id1621443204)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pack | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Pack | $99.99 | per year |
| 1 Month Pack | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📖 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)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💳 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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### RillStory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rillstory/id6745937356)

Immerse yourself in addictive romance stories featuring dark desires, forbidden love, and thrilling plot twists. Discover exclusive tales with daily new chapters and customize your reading experience. Connect with a community of passionate readers.

**Highlights:** Daily new chapters, Exclusive original stories, Customizable reading experience, Smart recommendations, Reader community features

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/Week | $24.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/2 Months | $49.99 | per 2 months |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/6 Months | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/Year | $199.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Favoread free?

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

### Is RillStory free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Favoread or RillStory?

RillStory is rated higher. Favoread averages 3.0 out of 5 from 281 ratings, while RillStory averages 4.5 from 443 ratings.

### Do Favoread or RillStory have ads?

Favoread shows ads; RillStory does not.

### Which is updated more often, Favoread or RillStory?

Favoread ships an update every 2 months, and RillStory every 3 weeks. Most recently, Favoread was updated on November 7, 2026 and RillStory on November 8, 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.*