# E vs NovelPlus

The clearest difference is rating: NovelPlus at 4.5 against E's 2.3. NovelPlus also leads on review sentiment (40% vs 0%) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 4 weeks). E's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NovelPlus sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. E asks for nothing beyond the download.

NovelPlus holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of E's written reviews are positive against 40% of NovelPlus's.

E ships an update every 4 weeks, NovelPlus every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on August 21, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | E | NovelPlus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/e-sentral/id464707103/reviews) | **[4.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novelplus/id993607569/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **40.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 64 MB | 136 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Xentral Methods](https://appshunter.io/developer/464707106) | [NovelPlus](https://appshunter.io/developer/963009333) |

## What reviewers say

### E

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/e-sentral/id464707103)

This application serves as an ebook reader for purchased and borrowed EPUB files, including those with DRM encryption. It offers access to free ebooks via Bluetooth in specific locations and tracks reading behavior to encourage longer reading sessions.

**Highlights:** Read EPUB files with DRM, Access purchased ebooks, Borrow ebooks from digital libraries, Discover free ebooks via Bluetooth, Reading behavior analytics, Large ebook store access

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### NovelPlus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novelplus/id993607569)

Access a vast library of books and stories across various genres. Connect with authors and readers, share your thoughts, and even publish your own work. Enjoy a social reading experience on your mobile device.

**Highlights:** Unlimited book and story access, Connect with authors and readers, Comment and discuss stories, Share reading experiences, Publish your own novels, Search by author, title, or genre

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ultimate Novel Plus (1 Month) | $0.99 | per month |
| Pass BukuBebas | $1.49 | per month |
| NovelPlus Premium | $2.49 | per month |
| NovelPlus Pro (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| 580 nCoins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 nCoins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack (3 Chapters) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 950 nCoins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 2500 nCoins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2000 nCoins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4000 nCoins | $7.99 | one-time |
| 5000 nCoins | $8.99 | one-time |
| 10000 nCoins | $17.99 | one-time |
| 9000 nCoins | $17.99 | one-time |
| 12000 nCoins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 15000 nCoins | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is E free?

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

### Is NovelPlus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, E or NovelPlus?

NovelPlus is rated higher. E averages 2.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while NovelPlus averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.

### Do E or NovelPlus have ads?

Neither E nor NovelPlus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, E or NovelPlus?

E ships an update every 4 weeks, and NovelPlus every 8 days. Most recently, E was updated on August 21, 2026 and NovelPlus on September 21, 2026.

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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.*