Comparison

ComicShare vs Manga Capsule

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ComicShare

This app is a versatile e-book reader that supports a wide range of file formats and cloud storage services. It allows users to view scanned comics and images directly from various servers without decompressing files, offering features like iCloud synchronization and image processing.

Highlights
  • Supports ZIP, RAR, EPUB, PDF, and image files
  • Connects to SMB, FTP, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Box, WebDAV, OPDS, SFTP, and Web servers
  • View archives without decompressing
  • iCloud synchronization for browsing history and bookmarks
  • Image processing and filters
  • Folder password protection
  • Touch and remote control customization
Features
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ComicShare is a High-function e-book reader. SMB, FTP, GoogleDrive, Dropbox, OneDrive(Business), Box, webDAV, OPDS, SFTP, Web(HTTP) support. zip(cbz), rar(cbr), 7zip(cb7), lzh(lha), tar(cbt), txt(rtf), epub, pdf support. This application allows you to view scanned comics on iPhone/iPod touch/iPad. You can easily transfer scanned images(ZIP,RAR,7ZIP,TAR,LZH,PDF) from your computer to your iPhone/iPod touch/iPad, and view (ZIP,RAR,7ZIP,TAR,LZH)-files without decompressing on the local FTP, SMB, GoogleDrive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Box, WebDAV, SFTP, Web server. If there is an server function, you can view images directly files stored NAS, Windows, the Mac, etc.. The iCloud feature, synchronization of browsing history, bookmark can be done in iPhone / iPod / iPad between different. ・ZIP(CBZ), RAR(CBR), 7ZIP(CB7), TAR(CBT), LZH(LHA), EPUB, pdf ・Supports image file jpg, png, apng, bmp webp, gif, avif, heic, jxl, tif, ico etc.... ・Supports txt, rtf ・Split view of facing pages ・Graph and ranking display ・History function ・Bookmark function(Number of pages you read to the end) ・Bookmark folder ・Spread view of a single page (width) (Scroll invalid) ・Cache browsing function ・Individual settings ・Cover-image display (thumbnail) ・Save-image (Photos) or copy (clipboard) ・Image processing(Filters, Margin trim, Rotation) ・Server Scan ・webDAV,HTTP server ・Customization of touch Settings ・Folder password function ・Synchronization of browsing history by iCloud ・Archive in archive read (only uncompressed file) ・Slide show ・Start-up path code ・Bookshelf / tile display ・Folder hierarchy display / move ・The page movement by sound ・Operation function by remote connection ・TouchID ・Bluetooth Keyboard ・Bookshelf zoom ・Camera roll ・Double tap swipe zoom ・Page move by the wink and smile ・Server of the file delete, rename, etc ・Web browsing and image download function ・PDF Reflow (This is a simple function, so pages that read vertically, have columns, or use a lot of images will have a disrupted layout.) etc... ※Screenshot  Title:Give My Regards to Black Jack  Author:SHUHO SATO
  Site Name:Manga on Web
  URL:http://mangaonweb.com ※"This product includes software developed by the OpenSSL Project for use in the OpenSSL Toolkit.(http://www.openssl.org/)"  This product includes cryptographic software written by Eric Young(eay@cryptsoft.com) ※Icons8 https://icons8.com

About

Manga Capsule

This app is a reader for manga enthusiasts, offering a seamless cross-device experience for collecting and enjoying comics. It supports multiple file formats and storage options, with customizable reading modes and AI-powered image enhancement.

Highlights
  • Cross-device reading sync
  • Supports EPUB, MOBI, PDF, ZIP, RAR, JPG, PNG
  • Connects to WebDAV, SMB, Aliyun Drive
  • Multiple reading modes (RTL, LTR, vertical)
  • AI upscaling for low-resolution images
  • Smart bookshelf organization
Features
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Manga Capsule is a reader designed for manga lovers, helping you enjoy both collecting and reading manga. We love reading manga, and we also love product design. Our goal is to provide you with the best reading experience: - Continue Reading Across Devices From iPhone to iPad, Manga Capsule works seamlessly across all iOS devices. And yes—it also runs smoothly on M-series Macs. - Multiple Formats, Smooth Reading Supports popular formats including EPUB, MOBI, PDF, ZIP, RAR, JPG, PNG and more. Even large files open quickly. - Local, NAS & Cloud Storage Connect via WebDAV and SMB, or link Aliyun Drive. You can also download cloud files for offline reading. - Reading Modes for All Styles Whether it’s Japanese right-to-left, Western left-to-right, or webtoon vertical scroll, Manga Capsule adapts. Optimized layouts for big screens, plus multiple page-turning modes: panning, continuous scroll, realistic flip and more. - Beautiful Bookshelf Smart cropping and sorting ensure your covers look their best. - AI Upscaling Bring old manga back to life. AI enhances low-resolution images for a clear, sharp reading experience. - Rotate & Pan Easily adjust pages to handle tricky reading situations. Note: Manga Capsule does not provide or host any manga sources or content. We only provide the reading tool—thanks for understanding. Subscription Plans Yearly: $9.99 / year Lifetime: one-time purchase, no subscription (Prices may vary by region.) Subscriptions are charged to your iTunes account. They automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited once a subscription is purchased. Terms of Service: https://wechatobsidian.com/manga_iapagreement_en.html Privacy Policy: https://wechatobsidian.com/manga_privacy_en.html For feedback or questions, please use Feedback in the app. We’d love to hear from you! Made with love by Capsule Studio.

Screenshots

ComicShare3 screens
Manga Capsule4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Manga Capsule at Free against ComicShare's $3.99. ComicShare's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.3). On review sentiment, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Manga Capsule is free to download; ComicShare costs $3.99 up front. ComicShare sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Manga Capsule sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ComicShare holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 47 and 19 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 85% of ComicShare's written reviews are positive against 89% of Manga Capsule's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ComicShare ships an update every 4 weeks, Manga Capsule every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ComicShare versus Manga Capsule: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterComicShareManga Capsule
Price$3.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (47 ratings) — better4.1 (19 ratings)
Positive reviews84.7% of reviews89.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings47 — better19
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.3
Further details — not scored
Size85 MB173 MB
Age rating17+4+
Developeryoshitaka haneda景 贺

Customer experience

ComicShare

All ratings47 ratings
Positive85.1%
Neutral8.5%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews118 reviews
Positive84.7%
Neutral7.6%
Negative7.6%

Manga Capsule

All ratings19 ratings
Positive73.7%
Neutral10.5%
Negative15.8%
Written reviews56 reviews
Positive89.3%
Neutral5.4%
Negative5.4%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

ComicShare

One-time4
  • Donate 3$$2.99
  • Donate 6$$5.99
  • Donate 12$$11.99
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  • Donate 30$$29.99
9 purchases

Manga Capsule

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Plan1 Month trial$0.991 Month
  • 连续包季$1.993 Months
  • Annual Plan1 Year trial$9.991 Year
One-time6
  • 终身会员·内测专享Free
  • 活动买断$4.99
  • 活动买断$5.99
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  • Lifetime Access$6.99
  • Lifetime Access$7.99
  • Lifetime Access$9.99

Questions

Is ComicShare free?
ComicShare costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Manga Capsule free?
Manga Capsule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ComicShare or Manga Capsule?
ComicShare is rated higher. ComicShare averages 4.4 out of 5 from 47 ratings, while Manga Capsule averages 4.1 from 19 ratings.
Do ComicShare or Manga Capsule have ads?
Neither ComicShare nor Manga Capsule shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ComicShare or Manga Capsule?
ComicShare ships an update every 4 weeks, and Manga Capsule every 3 weeks. Most recently, ComicShare was updated on October 10, 2026 and Manga Capsule on October 12, 2026.

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