# K MANGA vs GlobalComix

The clearest difference is ads: GlobalComix at none against K MANGA's shown. GlobalComix also leads on review sentiment (55% vs 26%) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. K MANGA sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and GlobalComix sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GlobalComix holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.9K and 4.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 26% of K MANGA's written reviews are positive against 55% of GlobalComix's.

K MANGA ships an update every 5 weeks, GlobalComix every 9 days. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | K MANGA | GlobalComix |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/k-manga/id1637040002/reviews) | **[4.8 (4.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globalcomix/id6444957733/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.9K | **4.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 26.2% of reviews | **55.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #45 | **#22** |
| Size | 81 MB | 128 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Kodansha Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/373970453) | [Global Publishing Interactive, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1658085188) |

## What reviewers say

### K MANGA

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/k-manga/id1637040002)

**Currently charting:** #45 Top Grossing · Book, #75 Top Free · Book (US App Store)

Access a vast library of Kodansha manga, including popular titles and new original series. Read a new chapter for free daily and explore diverse genres. Support your favorite authors through official releases.

**Highlights:** Vast collection of over 500 Kodansha manga titles, Over 60 original manga series simulpubbed with Japan, Read a new chapter for free every day, Diverse genres including Action, Romance, Fantasy, and more, Official service supporting favorite authors, Explore popular series like Attack on Titan and Tokyo Revengers

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100Points | $1.00 | one-time |
| 100Points+100Bonus Points | $1.00 | one-time |
| 100Points + 50Bonus Points | $1.00 | one-time |
| 100Points+100Bonus Points(New) | $1.00 | one-time |
| 400Points | $4.00 | one-time |
| 800Points | $8.00 | one-time |
| 800Points + 120Bonus Points | $8.00 | one-time |
| 1600Points | $16.00 | one-time |
| 2500Points+80Bonus Points | $25.00 | one-time |
| 2500Points+80Bonus Points(New) | $25.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great customer support
- 👍 Enjoying latest chapters and love ticket promotions
- 👍 Nothing wrong tbh

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Monthly Payment
- 💰 Incredible Cash Grab
- 💰 Pricing system is awful
- 💰 Terrible, why no subscription service?
- 💰 Horrible Monetization

**Reported bugs**

- Screenshots
- App not allowing sign on

**Requested features**

- Landscape mode when browsing
- Subscription option
- Make free chapters downloadable


### GlobalComix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/globalcomix/id6444957733)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Free · Magazines & Newspapers, #31 Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers, #62 Top Grossing · Book, #70 Top Free · Book (US App Store)

Access a vast library of over 100,000 comics, manga, webcomics, and graphic novels from major publishers and independent creators. Enjoy a customizable reading experience with features like vertical scrolling and offline downloads. Discover new stories weekly and support the creators behind them.

**Highlights:** Vast library of 100K+ comics, manga, webtoons, Customizable reading experience (vertical scroll, double page), Offline reading with subscription, Advanced search and discovery filters, Track titles and organize library, Support for creators and publishers, Panel-to-panel reading for cinematic experience

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GC Gold Month Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| GC Gold Year Subscription | $69.00 | per year |
| Book Unlock - Price Point 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Book Unlock - Price Point 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Book Unlock - Price Point 3.59 | $3.59 | one-time |
| Book Unlock - Price Point 4.49 | $4.49 | one-time |
| Book Unlock - Price Point 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Book Unlock - Price Point 5.39 | $5.39 | one-time |
| Book Unlock - Price Point 6 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Book Unlock - Price Point 10 | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent reading experience
- 👍 Vast library of comics
- 💡 Diverse selection of publishers
- 🚀 Smooth vertical scrolling
- 👍 Customizable reading options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription-based model
- 🐛 Occasional loading issues
- 🔒 Paywall after certain pages
- 🐛 Buggy login/account management

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unable to access purchased content
- Sync issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Add Marvel and DC comics
- Improve search and discovery
- Implement offline reading mode
- Allow partial comic purchases


## Frequently asked questions

### Is K MANGA free?

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

### Is GlobalComix free?

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

### Which has better reviews, K MANGA or GlobalComix?

GlobalComix is rated higher. K MANGA averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while GlobalComix averages 4.8 from 4.8K ratings.

### Do K MANGA or GlobalComix have ads?

K MANGA shows ads; GlobalComix does not.

### Which is updated more often, K MANGA or GlobalComix?

K MANGA ships an update every 5 weeks, and GlobalComix every 9 days. Most recently, K MANGA was updated on November 12, 2026 and GlobalComix on November 12, 2026.

### Which is more popular, K MANGA or GlobalComix?

K MANGA currently peaks at #45 in the App Store charts, and GlobalComix at #22. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*