# GW Reader vs TopStories

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TopStories at 88% against GW Reader's 0%. TopStories also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (45 vs 8). GW Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GW Reader sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and TopStories sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TopStories holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TopStories has 45 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of GW Reader's written reviews are positive against 88% of TopStories's.

## The numbers

| Metric | GW Reader | TopStories |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gw-reader/id1635936451/reviews) | **[4.8 (45 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topstories-a-virtual-library/id6475161541/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **45** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **88.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 66 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [GW READER SDN. BHD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1635936453) | [MATERIAL DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1691979263) |

## What reviewers say

### GW Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gw-reader/id1635936451)

Discover a vast library of web novels, including bestsellers and exclusive originals across various genres. Customize your reading experience with adjustable settings and earn rewards through daily tasks and community engagement. Writers can also join to share their work with a global audience.

**Highlights:** Vast web novel library, Customizable reading experience, Daily task rewards, Community engagement, Personalized recommendations, Writer platform

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 200 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 400 | $3.99 | one-time |
| 800 | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1400 | $13.99 | one-time |
| 2000 | $19.99 | one-time |


### TopStories

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topstories-a-virtual-library/id6475161541)

Dive into a vast collection of fiction tailored to your mood, from romance and paranormal to contemporary stories. Experience enchanting literary adventures anytime, anywhere, and unlock the power of your imagination.

**Highlights:** Personalized fiction library, Mood-based story selection, Diverse genres (romance, paranormal, contemporary), Anytime, anywhere reading, Imaginative storytelling

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TopStories Coins item 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| TopStories Coins item 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| TopStories Coins item 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| TopStories Coins item 4 | $14.99 | one-time |
| TopStories Coins item 5 | $24.99 | one-time |
| TopStories Coins item 6 | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GW Reader free?

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

### Is TopStories free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GW Reader or TopStories?

TopStories is rated higher. GW Reader averages 3.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while TopStories averages 4.8 from 45 ratings.

### Do GW Reader or TopStories have ads?

TopStories shows ads; GW Reader does not.

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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.*