# Novel Master vs Janitor

The clearest difference is rating: Janitor at 4.4 against Novel Master's 3.8. Janitor also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Novel Master sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per 7 days and Janitor sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Janitor 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 complicate that: 68% of Novel Master's written reviews are positive against 61% of Janitor's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Novel Master ships an update weekly, Janitor every 10 days. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Novel Master | Janitor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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/janitor-interactive-stories/id6692609366/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2.6K | **3.5K** |
| Positive reviews | **67.9% of reviews** | 60.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #115 | **#16** |
| Size | 38 MB | 106 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.5 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Sungai Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1497446062) | [JanitorAI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1768862451) |

## What reviewers say

### Novel Master

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

**Currently charting:** #115 Top Grossing · Book, #198 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 (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 7 Days vip subscription | $12.99 | 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 |
| 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


### Janitor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/janitor-interactive-stories/id6692609366)

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Free · Book, #23 Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

Step inside stories and interact with characters to shape the narrative. This app allows you to create and explore fictional worlds, catering to fans of romance, fantasy, and fanfiction.

**Highlights:** Interactive storytelling, Character interaction, Story creation tools, Genre selection, Community-driven content, Fanfiction support

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Janitor+ Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Janitor+ Monthly | $12.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Novel Master free?

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

### Is Janitor free?

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

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

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

### Do Novel Master or Janitor have ads?

Novel Master shows ads; Janitor does not.

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

Novel Master ships an update weekly, and Janitor every 10 days. Most recently, Novel Master was updated on September 24, 2026 and Janitor on September 24, 2026.

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

Novel Master currently peaks at #115 in the App Store charts, and Janitor at #16. 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.*