Comparison

Айчиталка vs FBReader

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Айчиталка

Features
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Айчиталка — это тысячи лучших книг по подписке и бесплатно. Наверстать школьную программу по литературе, стоя в пробках, или ехать в полутёмном плацкартном вагоне под Акунина или Ерофеева. Айчиталка — это самое красивое, быстрое и тактильно безупречное приложение для покупки книг. Вы без труда найдёте желаемое в обширном и удобно структурированном каталоге, откроете для себя новые горизонты, изучая любовно собранные нами тематические коллекции, узнаете, что любят другие, и что рекомендуем мы. Вы оцените быструю загрузку, разбивку на главы и прочие незаметные, но очень приятные мелочи. Установите Айчиталку и читайте всё самое лучшее! Получите полный доступ к каталогу, воспользовавшись любой из подписок: – Подписка на неделю за 349 ₽ – Подписка на месяц за 599 ₽ – Подписка на три месяца за 1390 ₽ – Подписка на год за 4490 ₽ Эти подписки продлеваются автоматически, пока не будут отменены пользователем (как минимум за 24 часа до окончания действия текущей подписки). Управление подписками и их отмена осуществляются в настройках учётной записи. Средства будут списаны с вашей учётной записи в момент подтверждения покупки. Условия использования: https://patephone.com/terms.html Политика конфиденциальности: https://patephone.com/privacy.html

About

FBReader

A fast and versatile e-book reader supporting multiple formats like ePub, Kindle, and fb2. It offers cloud syncing for reading progress and a customizable interface. Upgrade to unlock unlimited library access and advanced features.

Highlights
  • Supports ePub, Kindle azw3, fb2, RTF, Word, HTML, and text
  • ePub3 and Readium LCP DRM support
  • Cloud syncing of library and reading positions
  • Customizable appearance and behavior options
  • Direct opening of downloaded files
  • Free version with library limits
Features
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FBReader is a fast and easy-to-use e-book reader for iPhone and iPad. It supports all major e-book formats, including ePub (with key ePub3 features), Kindle azw3, and fb2 (.zip). You can open both unprotected books and ePub files protected with Readium LCP DRM. FBReader also reads RTF, Word (.doc), HTML, and plain text, so you can keep all your books and documents in one place. Read anywhere and pick up right where you left off. FBReader can sync your library, reading positions, bookmarks, and more across devices using the FBReader Book Network, a cloud service powered by Google Drive. If you prefer managing files yourself, you can download books in your browser and open them directly with FBReader. A wide range of appearance and behavior options lets you customize the reading experience to match your preferences. Free version and upgrade options: • The free version allows up to 10 books in your library. • The built-in translation feature is disabled. Upgrade to the full version to remove these limits and enjoy the complete FBReader experience.

Screenshots

Айчиталка4 screens
FBReader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Айчиталка at 5.0 against FBReader's 3.7. Айчиталка also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). FBReader's advantage is ratings volume (128 vs 3). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Айчиталка sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and FBReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Айчиталка holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FBReader has 128 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Айчиталка's written reviews are positive against 52% of FBReader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on October 15, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Айчиталка versus FBReader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterАйчиталкаFBReader
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better3.7 (128 ratings)
Positive reviews56.8% of reviews — better52.5% of reviews
Number of ratings3128 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB22 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperEuropean Business Challenge UABFBReader.ORG Limited

Customer experience

Айчиталка

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews148 reviews
Positive56.8%
Neutral4.7%
Negative38.5%

FBReader

All ratings128 ratings
Positive64.8%
Neutral9.4%
Negative25.8%
Written reviews322 reviews
Positive52.5%
Neutral14.0%
Negative33.5%

User reviews

Айчиталка

From 3 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 📚 Extensive Russian book collection
  • 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
  • 💰 Affordable book prices
  • 🎨 Customizable reading settings (font, brightness, contrast)
  • 🔄 Seamless synchronization across devices

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing
  • 📉 Poor performance after updates
  • 💸 Purchased books disappear after updates
  • ⚠️ Lost bookmarks and reading progress
  • 🔌 Severe lag and slow loading

FBReader

From 128 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and smooth reading experience
  • 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
  • 💡 Customizable font, margin, and layout options
  • 🔒 Secure syncing across devices
  • 🎨 Retro background textures

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
  • 🔧 Lack of advanced organization features (folders, shelves)
  • 🚫 No PDF support
  • 🔍 Inconsistent search and book discovery
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns around data collection

Bugs and requests

Айчиталка

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • Books disappear after purchase or update
  • Text vanishes after paying for books
  • App crashes on startup after purchase
  • Books fail to load or open
  • Settings and bookmarks reset on update
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  • Severe performance lag on iPhone 4 and older devices
  • Page turning freezes and delays
  • Demo versions cause app to hang for extended periods
  • Incompatibility with iOS 5
  • App crashes when opening books
  • Glitches with free preview followed by paid purchase
  • Double charging on purchases
  • Orientation display issues (portrait vs landscape)

Requested features

10 requests
  • Preserve current page position after updates
  • Automatic login persistence
  • Text selection and quote saving functionality
  • Page numbers and progress percentage display
  • Landscape/two-page book view option
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  • In-app book search and purchase (not requiring website)
  • Gesture controls for brightness and font adjustment
  • Offline reading capability
  • More free books in library
  • Better handling of custom FB2 format uploads

FBReader

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Syncing issues with Google Drive
  • Deletion of books from library
  • Formatting problems with large footnotes
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Vertical scrolling mode
  • Improved bookmark and annotation tools
  • Ability to add/change book covers
  • Text-to-speech functionality
  • Better library management (read/unread, collections)

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Айчиталка

Subscriptions3
  • Подписка на книги7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Подписка на книги$8.491 Month
  • Подписка на книги$19.993 Months
One-time7
  • Book category 1$0.99
  • Book category 2$1.99
  • Book category 3$2.99
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  • Book category 4$3.99
  • Book category 5$4.99
  • Book category 6$5.99
  • Book category 9$8.99
1 purchases

FBReader

One-time1
  • FBReader Full Edition2 variants$12.99

Questions

Is Айчиталка free?
Айчиталка is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FBReader free?
FBReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Айчиталка or FBReader?
Айчиталка is rated higher. Айчиталка averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while FBReader averages 3.7 from 128 ratings.
Do Айчиталка or FBReader have ads?
Neither Айчиталка nor FBReader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Айчиталка or FBReader?
Айчиталка ships an update monthly, and FBReader monthly. Most recently, Айчиталка was updated on October 15, 2026 and FBReader on October 15, 2026.

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