# Hardcover.app vs Checkbox Reader

The clearest difference is rating: Checkbox Reader at 5.0 against Hardcover.app's 4.2. Checkbox Reader also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Hardcover.app's advantage is ratings volume (66 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hardcover.app sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Checkbox Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Checkbox Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hardcover.app has 66 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hardcover.app | Checkbox Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (66 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hardcoverapp/id1663379893/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkbox-reader/id6469853174/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **66** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 52.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 6 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hardcover LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1663379895) | [Ovisly](https://appshunter.io/developer/1631065925) |

## What reviewers say

### Hardcover.app

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hardcoverapp/id1663379893)

This app helps you organize and discover books. Track what you've read, create custom lists, and see what friends are reading. Set reading goals and share your thoughts on books.

**Highlights:** Track read and to-read books, Organize with lists and tags, See friends' reading activity, Discover trending books, Rate and review books, Set reading goals, Track reading statistics

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Supporter - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Supporter - Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


### Checkbox Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/checkbox-reader/id6469853174)

This app helps you build a consistent reading habit by breaking down large books into small, manageable reading sessions. Track your progress with streaks and calendars, and organize your personal library with custom covers and reviews. Enjoy a private reading experience with no ads or subscriptions.

**Highlights:** Break books into 5-15 minute reading sessions, Track reading progress with streaks and calendars, Search and discover books via Google Books, Add custom book covers and personal reviews, Organize and manage your book collection, Share reading progress on your terms, One-time purchase, no subscriptions or ads

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Purchase Full App | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hardcover.app free?

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

### Is Checkbox Reader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hardcover.app or Checkbox Reader?

Checkbox Reader is rated higher. Hardcover.app averages 4.2 out of 5 from 66 ratings, while Checkbox Reader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Hardcover.app or Checkbox Reader have ads?

Neither Hardcover.app nor Checkbox Reader shows ads.

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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.*