# Yomu EBook Reader vs Readest

The clearest difference is rating: Yomu EBook Reader at 4.8 against Readest's 4.5. Yomu EBook Reader also leads on ratings volume (1.6K vs 178). Readest's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Yomu EBook Reader sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Readest sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Yomu EBook Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Yomu EBook Reader has 1.6K ratings behind it against 178, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 80% of Yomu EBook Reader's written reviews are positive against 85% of Readest's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Yomu EBook Reader ships an update monthly, Readest fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 22, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Yomu EBook Reader | Readest |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yomu-ebook-reader/id562211012/reviews)** | [4.5 (178 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readest-ebook-reader/id6738622779/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 178 |
| Positive reviews | 79.9% of reviews | **85.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 60 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Beat Raess](https://appshunter.io/developer/381075846) | [Bilingify LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1781524090) |

## What reviewers say

### Yomu EBook Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yomu-ebook-reader/id562211012)

An independent ebook reader designed for distraction-free reading with customizable styles and layouts. Supports a wide range of formats and offers robust library management features. Cloud synchronization is available for pro users.

**Highlights:** Customizable reading styles and themes, Supports EPUB, MOBI, Kindle, CBZ, CBR, PDF, Dynamic text and margin adjustment, Library organization with folders and tags, Cloud synchronization for books and annotations (Pro), Text highlighting and note-taking, Widgets for quick access to books and quotes

**Features:** Family Sharing, Siri integration

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yomu Pro | $7.99 | one-time |
| Yomu Pro (Karma) | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Customizable reading experience
- 📚 Supports wide range of file formats
- 💻 Seamless sync across devices
- 🔒 No DRM or subscription issues
- 🗂️ Effective organization with folders and tags

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs with highlighting and page turning
- 🔍 Limited search functionality
- 📚 Lack of nested folders for better organization
- 🔧 Some customization options could be improved
- 🖼️ Thumbnails/cover art could be larger

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Inconsistent behavior when swiping to turn pages
- Syncing issues between devices
- Formatting problems with certain ebook files

**Requested features**

- Add support for text-to-speech
- Improve PDF handling with annotation and text selection
- Implement nested folder structure for better organization
- Expand font and theme customization options
- Introduce a continuous scrolling mode


### Readest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readest-ebook-reader/id6738622779)

This app is a powerful ebook reader designed for deep thinkers and researchers. It offers advanced annotation tools, seamless device syncing, and robust library management with OPDS and Calibre support. Enjoy a distraction-free reading experience with customizable modes and multi-book viewing for enhanced study and analysis.

**Highlights:** OPDS Online Libraries, Calibre Integration, Sync Across Devices, Bookshelf Management, Customizable Reading Modes, Multi-Book View, Advanced Annotations & Highlights

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscribe to Plus Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Subscribe to Pro Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 GB | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2 GB | $14.99 | one-time |
| 5 GB | $29.99 | one-time |
| 10 GB | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Yomu EBook Reader free?

Yomu EBook Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Readest free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Yomu EBook Reader or Readest?

Yomu EBook Reader is rated higher. Yomu EBook Reader averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Readest averages 4.5 from 178 ratings.

### Do Yomu EBook Reader or Readest have ads?

Neither Yomu EBook Reader nor Readest shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Yomu EBook Reader or Readest?

Yomu EBook Reader ships an update monthly, and Readest fortnightly. Most recently, Yomu EBook Reader was updated on September 22, 2026 and Readest on September 22, 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.*