# Novel Master vs Novelpack

The clearest difference is rating: Novelpack at 4.4 against Novel Master's 3.8. Novelpack also leads on review sentiment (76% vs 68%). Novel Master's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Novel Master sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per 7 days and Novelpack sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Novelpack holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.6K and 3.5K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Novel Master's written reviews are positive against 76% of Novelpack's.

Novel Master ships an update weekly, Novelpack fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 18, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Novel Master | Novelpack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (2.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novel-master/id6446075788/reviews) | **[4.4 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novelpack/id6446772457/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.6K | **3.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 67.7% of reviews | **76.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#108** | #110 |
| Size | 38 MB | 183 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Sungai Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1497446062) | [HK IReader Technology Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1110639431) |

## What reviewers say

### Novel Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novel-master/id6446075788)

**Currently charting:** #108 Top Grossing · Book, #190 Top Free · Book (US App Store)

Discover and enjoy a vast collection of short stories across diverse genres. This app offers a high-quality reading experience with customizable settings and smart recommendations. Save your favorites and read offline to immerse yourself in literary worlds anytime, anywhere.

**Highlights:** Extensive short story collection, Customizable reading experience, Smart recommendations, Save favorites and bookmarks, Offline reading support, Reader community interaction

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7 Days vip subscription | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| 1499_USD_Sub_7 | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| 7 Days vip subscription | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| 7 Days vip subscription | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| 30 Days Vip | $24.99 | per month |
| 7 Days vip subscription | $24.99 | per 7 days |
| 30 Days vip subscription | $33.99 | per month |
| Buy 300 Book Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Buy 500 Book Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Novel Master member 3 Day | $6.99 | one-time |
| Buy 1000 Book Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Novel Master member 7 Day | $9.99 | one-time |
| Novel Master member 3 Day | $9.99 | one-time |
| Novel Master member 7 Day | $12.99 | one-time |
| Novel Master member 3 Day | $14.99 | one-time |
| Novel Master member 7 Day | $19.99 | one-time |
| Novel Master member 3 Day | $19.99 | one-time |
| Novel Master member 7 Day | $24.99 | one-time |
| Buy 3000 Book Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 30 Days membership | $39.99 | one-time |
| Novel Master member 30 Day | $49.99 | one-time |
| Novel Master member 365 Day | $269.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great stories
- 🤩 Captivating and entertaining
- 👌 Easy to use interface
- 🎨 Variety of genres
- 🎧 Audiobook integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🔒 Limited free access
- ⏳ Stories end on cliffhangers
- 🤑 Monetization tactics
- 🤯 Frustrating paywall

**Reported bugs**

- Payment issues and failed transactions
- Server errors and connectivity problems
- Inconsistent story formatting

**Requested features**

- Offer more affordable pricing options
- Implement a free trial period
- Provide a way to earn free access (e.g. watching ads)
- Improve transparency around story lengths and pricing
- Allow users to purchase individual stories instead of subscriptions


### Novelpack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novelpack/id6446772457)

**Currently charting:** #110 Top Grossing · Book, #135 Top Free · Book (US App Store)

Discover a vast library of captivating stories across multiple genres, including romance, fantasy, and mystery. Enjoy daily updates, unlock new chapters through in-app activities, and personalize your reading experience with customizable settings. Your privacy and data are protected in this secure reading space.

**Highlights:** Vast library of stories, Multiple genres available, Daily chapter updates, Unlock chapters with activities, Personalized reading experience, Customizable settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Novelpack_VIP | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Novelpack_VIP | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Novelpack Weekly VIP | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Novelpack Weekly VIP | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Novelpack VIP | $12.99 | per month |
| Novelpack Weekly VIP | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Novelpack VIP | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Novelpack weekly | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Novelpack VIP | $19.99 | per month |
| Novelpack_VIP | $39.99 | per year |
| Novelpack Yearly VIP | $129.99 | per year |
| 1000 iCoins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 9000 iCoins | $14.99 | one-time |
| 2000 icoins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 5000 iCoins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 10000 iCoins | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📚 Engaging and captivating stories
- 👍 Wide variety of genres and stories
- 🤩 Immersive reading experience
- 🎉 Fun and entertaining books

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
- 🤖 Repetitive and cliche storylines
- 🚫 Limited free content access

**Reported bugs**

- Subscription issues and unauthorized charges
- Inability to access purchased content
- Glitches and crashes during reading

**Requested features**

- Reward system to earn free chapters
- More options to access content without subscription
- Improved customer support and communication


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Novel Master free?

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

### Is Novelpack free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Novel Master or Novelpack?

Novelpack is rated higher. Novel Master averages 3.8 out of 5 from 2.6K ratings, while Novelpack averages 4.4 from 3.5K ratings.

### Do Novel Master or Novelpack have ads?

Both Novel Master and Novelpack show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Novel Master or Novelpack?

Novel Master ships an update weekly, and Novelpack fortnightly. Most recently, Novel Master was updated on October 18, 2026 and Novelpack on October 18, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Novel Master or Novelpack?

Novel Master currently peaks at #108 in the App Store charts, and Novelpack at #110. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*