iComix vs eComics
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iComix
Read your digital comic collection in CBR and CBZ formats. Seamlessly access comics stored in cloud services like Dropbox, Google Drive, and OneDrive directly within the app. Import comics from other applications or via iTunes if you prefer.
- CBR/CBZ comic reader
- Cloud support (Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, Box)
- In-app comic downloading
- Import from other apps
- iTunes file sharing
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Your comics, organized and ready to read. iComix is a CBR, CBZ, and PDF reader for iPhone and iPad. Import your own files from Files or another app, then browse a cover-based library grouped by series. READ COMFORTABLY Enjoy a reader that keeps the artwork in focus. Turn pages, browse page thumbnails, and pick up where you left off with saved reading progress. ORGANIZE YOUR COLLECTION View comics by series, keep track of your reading progress, and create reading lists to plan what to read next. Embedded ComicInfo metadata and file names help organize imported comics. BRING YOUR OWN COMICS Read downloaded comics offline. Optional cloud connections let you browse and download files from your own storage, while iCloud helps keep library information in sync. iComix is a reader for files you supply. No comics or comic subscription are included. Please import only content you own or have permission to use.
eComics
Browse, organize, and read your digital comic collection on your device. Supports popular comic formats and offers easy navigation with page previews. Add favorites and share with friends.
- Comic book browser with thumbnails
- Supports CBZ, CBR, and ZIP formats
- Quick page switching with preview
- Compatible with all screen resolutions
- Add comics to favorites list
- Organize and order comics
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eComics is a fast, clean comic book reader built for people who already have a library of CBR, CBZ, and ZIP files and just want a great way to read them. KEY FEATURES - Full support for CBR, CBZ, and ZIP comic formats - Smooth page-by-page reading with page curl transition - Quick thumbnail browser to jump to any page instantly - Grid and list view for organizing your library your way - Automatic resume — pick up exactly where you left off - Add comics to Favorites for one-tap access - Works with all screen sizes and resolutions - Import comics directly from your device or cloud storage WHY USERS PICK eComics Most comic readers force you to deal with clunky file management or limited format support. eComics was built to solve exactly that — import your collection, organize it the way you want, and get back to reading in seconds. Whether you're catching up on the latest manga release, revisiting a favorite superhero arc, or working through a stack of indie graphic novels, eComics keeps your entire library organized and instantly accessible. ORGANIZE YOUR WAY Switch between grid view for visual browsing and list view for quick scanning. Mark favorites, track your reading progress automatically, and never lose your place again. Download eComics today and turn your device into a portable comic book library. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you — your input shapes every update.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: eComics at 4.1 against iComix's 3.2. iComix's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and device support 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
Both are free to download. eComics sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iComix asks for nothing beyond the download.
eComics holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iComix has 56 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 54% of iComix's written reviews are positive against 50% of eComics's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
iComix ships an update every 2 months, eComics every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iComix | eComics |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.2 (56 ratings) | 4.1 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 54.2% of reviews — better | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 56 — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 118 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | SteveZ | Eyermin Colon Sanchez |
Customer experience
iComix
eComics
Bugs and requests
iComix
Reported bugs
4 issues- Crashes when opening certain comics
- Incorrect page order rendering
- Inconsistent cloud sync behavior
- Compatibility issues with iOS updates
Requested features
5 requests- Add iCloud Drive support
- Implement bookmarking/resume reading
- Allow renaming/reorganizing of comics
- Add manga/right-to-left reading mode
- Improve PDF support
eComics
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
iComix
No in-app purchases
eComics
- eComics$6.99






