# iBouquiniste vs FBReader

The clearest difference is price: FBReader at Free against iBouquiniste's $3.99. iBouquiniste's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 3.7) and review sentiment (77% vs 52%). On ratings volume, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

FBReader is free to download; iBouquiniste costs $3.99 up front. iBouquiniste sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and FBReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

iBouquiniste holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 161 and 128 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of iBouquiniste's written reviews are positive against 52% of FBReader's.

iBouquiniste ships an update every 4 weeks, FBReader monthly. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iBouquiniste | FBReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $3.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.7 (161 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibouquiniste/id527050465/reviews)** | [3.7 (128 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fbreader-epub-and-fb2-reader/id1067172178/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **161** | 128 |
| Positive reviews | **76.6% of reviews** | 52.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 83 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Sandr](https://appshunter.io/developer/485309164) | [FBReader.ORG Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1067172177) |

## What reviewers say

### iBouquiniste

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibouquiniste/id527050465)

This app offers a highly customizable ebook reading experience, supporting a wide range of formats. It allows users to adjust fonts, paper types, and indents for a personalized feel, akin to reading a physical book. Features include note-taking, cloud synchronization, and organized libraries.

**Highlights:** Supports FB2, EPUB, MOBI, PDF, DJVU, CBR, CBZ, TXT, Adjustable fonts, spacing, margins, paper type, Author and Favorites Libraries, Cloud synchronization for books and reading progress, Note-taking and bookmarking, Real page numbers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Medium Storage of 1500 books for 1 month | $0.99 | one-time |
| Large Storage of 3000 books for 1 month | $1.99 | one-time |
| Extra Large Storage of 5000 books for 1 month | $2.99 | one-time |
| 100GB iBouquiniste Cloud Storage for 1 month | $3.99 | one-time |
| Medium Storage of 1500 books for 1 year | $5.99 | one-time |
| Large Storage of 3000 books for 1 year | $7.99 | one-time |
| Extra Large Storage of 5000 books for 1 year | $9.99 | one-time |
| 100GB iBouquiniste Cloud Storage for 1 year | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📚 Realistic book-like reading experience
- 🔍 Supports wide range of file formats
- 🖍 Customizable reading settings
- 🌙 Night mode and eye-friendly features
- 📦 Cloud storage integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and stability issues
- 🔖 Lack of advanced bookmarking/annotation features
- 📚 Limited customization options for book shelves
- 🔍 Inconsistent file format support
- 🔄 Slow library loading on some devices

**Reported bugs**

- Page number issues with some books
- Corrupted book formatting
- Inconsistent performance on older devices

**Requested features**

- Highlight and annotate text
- Custom bookshelves and collections
- Dictionary/translation integration
- Improved iCloud/cloud sync
- Faster library loading


### FBReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fbreader-epub-and-fb2-reader/id1067172178)

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:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FBReader Full Edition | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iBouquiniste free?

iBouquiniste costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is FBReader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iBouquiniste or FBReader?

iBouquiniste is rated higher. iBouquiniste averages 4.7 out of 5 from 161 ratings, while FBReader averages 3.7 from 128 ratings.

### Do iBouquiniste or FBReader have ads?

Neither iBouquiniste nor FBReader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iBouquiniste or FBReader?

iBouquiniste ships an update every 4 weeks, and FBReader monthly. Most recently, iBouquiniste was updated on October 20, 2026 and FBReader on October 20, 2026.

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