# iBouquiniste Lite vs FBReader

The clearest difference is ads: FBReader at none against iBouquiniste Lite's shown. iBouquiniste Lite's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iBouquiniste Lite sells 4 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.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.8 for iBouquiniste Lite against 3.7 for FBReader. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 49 and 129 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 60% of iBouquiniste Lite's written reviews are positive against 52% of FBReader's.

iBouquiniste Lite ships an update every 3 weeks, FBReader monthly. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iBouquiniste Lite | FBReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.8 (49 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibouquiniste-lite/id533413623/reviews)** | [3.7 (129 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fbreader-epub-and-fb2-reader/id1067172178/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 49 | **129** |
| Positive reviews | **60.0% of reviews** | 52.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 85 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 Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibouquiniste-lite/id533413623)

This app offers a customizable ebook reading experience with support for multiple formats. Adjust fonts, indents, and paper types to mimic reading a physical book. Organize your library by author or recently opened books.

**Highlights:** Supports FB2, EPUB, PDF, DJVU, MOBI, CBR, CBZ, TXT, Adjustable fonts, paragraph indents, paper type, OPDS catalog support, Notes functionality, Send books via email, Author Library organization, Real page numbers

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PDF Support | $0.99 | one-time |
| DJVU Support | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| iBouquiniste Cloud Storage Basic | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app for reading
- 👍 Convenient navigation
- 👍 Nice interface and design
- 👍 Supports multiple formats
- 👍 Good customization options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Intrusive and unclosable ads
- 😠 App crashes frequently
- 😠 Issues with opening/reading certain formats (EPUB, DJVU, FB2)
- 😠 UI can be difficult to use on smaller screens
- 😠 Battery drains quickly

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch or when opening books
- Cannot open certain book formats (EPUB, FB2, DJVU)
- Ads are unclosable or reappear after purchase
- OPDS does not work
- Control codes appear instead of characters

**Requested features**

- Add option to remove ads
- Improve OPDS support
- Add notes and markup features
- Improve handling of large books
- Fix issues with specific file formats


### 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 Lite free?

iBouquiniste Lite 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, iBouquiniste Lite or FBReader?

iBouquiniste Lite is rated higher. iBouquiniste Lite averages 3.8 out of 5 from 49 ratings, while FBReader averages 3.7 from 129 ratings.

### Do iBouquiniste Lite or FBReader have ads?

iBouquiniste Lite shows ads; FBReader does not.

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

iBouquiniste Lite ships an update every 3 weeks, and FBReader monthly. Most recently, iBouquiniste Lite was updated on October 26, 2026 and FBReader on October 26, 2026.

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