# BoxBook vs BookShelves eBook Reader

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BoxBook at none against BookShelves eBook Reader's 4. BoxBook also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.4). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BookShelves eBook Reader sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. BoxBook asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | BoxBook | BookShelves eBook Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[3.8 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelves-ebook-reader/id6756848973/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **19** |
| Positive reviews | — | 61.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 0 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Denis Lyakhovich](https://appshunter.io/developer/1281669183) | [CPE Verm. GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1863249600) |

## What reviewers say

### BoxBook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boxbook/id1622763718)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### BookShelves eBook Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelves-ebook-reader/id6756848973)

This app allows you to read EPUB, PDF, and comic books with access to over 1.5 million free public domain books. Organize your library, customize your reading experience with multiple themes and fonts, and sync your progress across devices.

**Highlights:** 1.5 million+ free books, EPUB, PDF, and comic reader, Customizable themes and fonts, iCloud sync across devices, Smart library management, Highlighting and note-taking, Export highlights

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $3.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $8.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BoxBook free?

BoxBook is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is BookShelves eBook Reader free?

BookShelves eBook Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do BoxBook or BookShelves eBook Reader have ads?

Neither BoxBook nor BookShelves eBook Reader shows ads.

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