# Joy Reader vs GreatReader

The clearest difference is rating: GreatReader at 5.0 against Joy Reader's 1.0. GreatReader also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 9.0). Joy Reader's advantage is device support. On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

GreatReader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Joy Reader | GreatReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joy-reader/id507616869/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/greatreader/id903651112/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | — |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 83 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 | **7.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | — |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [tag.digital Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1757292257) | [Shohei Miyamoto](https://appshunter.io/developer/433398792) |

## What reviewers say

### Joy Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/joy-reader/id507616869)

This application serves as a versatile viewer for numerous file formats, including DPA, PDF, and HTML. It offers multiple convenient methods for adding and accessing your documents, such as direct import from iTunes, URL links, or QR code scanning.

**Highlights:** Supports DPA, PDF, JPG, PNG, HTML file types, Add files from iTunes, Add files via JOY code/direct URL, Built-in QR code scanner, View files anytime, anywhere

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### GreatReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/greatreader/id903651112)

A straightforward PDF reader for iPhone and iPad with a simple interface. Easily access recently read documents, crop pages for better viewing, and navigate using document outlines. Zoom with a double tap and enjoy automatic screen fitting.

**Highlights:** iPhone and iPad support, Simple User Interface, Reading history, Page cropping, Document outline navigation, Double-tap zoom

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Joy Reader free?

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

### Is GreatReader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Joy Reader or GreatReader?

GreatReader is rated higher. Joy Reader averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while GreatReader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

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