Comparison

Iconfactory Tapestry vs Silverleaf Reader

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

Head to head
About

Iconfactory Tapestry

Aggregate content from various social media, blogs, podcasts, and video channels into a single, chronological feed. Organize your digital life with custom timelines, powerful search, and spoiler-blocking rules for a personalized browsing experience.

Highlights
  • Unified chronological timeline
  • Supports social media, blogs, RSS, podcasts, YouTube
  • Customizable timelines
  • Spoiler and topic muting rules
  • Cross-device sync
  • Private by design
  • Custom connectors
Features
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Tapestry weaves your favorite blogs, social media, and more into a unified and chronological timeline. ⁕ The Web Your Way Tapestry combines posts from your favorite social media services like Bluesky, Mastodon, Tumblr along with others like RSS feeds, podcasts, YouTube channels, and more. All of your content is presented in chronological order, with no algorithm deciding what you should or shouldn't see. ⁕ Join The Conversation Compose new posts, reply to your friends, and read discussions on Bluesky or Mastodon right from inside of Tapestry. No need to switch to another app when you want to interact. ⁕ A Bird's Eye View Tapestry makes it easier than ever to browse content from dozens or even hundreds of sources. Create custom timelines, seamlessly sync your reading position across devices, and keep track of feeds in an easy-to-read, color-coded stream of content. ⁕ Avoid Spoilers Everywhere Quickly create powerful rules that control what you do and don't see across all your feeds. Avoid potential spoilers and stay clear of unwanted topics by creating rules that muffle and mute items in everything you follow. ⁕ Powerful Searching Search for topics and terms across all feeds simultaneously. Tapestry makes it easy to find that blog post, YouTube video, or podcast you're looking for - and easy to mark it for later. ⁕ Private By Design Your privacy is a priority. Tapestry works with content stored on your device, so searching and viewing content is completely private. We never sell or share your data with third parties. ⁕ Custom Connectors Expand Tapestry’s potential with third-party connectors. Import custom connectors from trusted developers, or even write your own to add your favorite bit of data to the timeline. If there's an open data feed available, a connector can weave it into Tapestry. Additional Features: • Universal app for iOS, iPadOS and macOS • Quickly open posts in your favorite third party apps to take action • Syncs your reading position via iCloud across devices • Fully accessible using VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, and more • Customize Tapestry's app icon, layout, and fonts • Create custom timelines of your favorite feeds • Mark your favorite items to read later • Light and dark mode support -------- Tapestry uses auto-renewing subscriptions. The subscription provides access to premium features like ad removal, custom timelines, feed customization, and more. The subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions will automatically renew at the end of your subscription period and will be charged through your iTunes account. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renewal at any time from your iTunes account settings. Cancellation of the current active subscription period is not allowed. Terms of Use: https://tapestry.iconfactory.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://tapestry.iconfactory.com/privacy

About

Silverleaf Reader

Features
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Silverleaf is a calm, focused RSS reader designed for people who care about blogs. Built to work seamlessly with Micro.blog, Silverleaf keeps your reading list in sync across devices while staying fast, lightweight, and distraction-free. No algorithms, no noise—just the posts you choose, presented beautifully. Why Silverleaf? Micro.blog's Inkwell Sync Connect your Micro.blog account and keep feeds, read status, and bookmarks in sync automatically. A Reader, Not a Feed Farm Silverleaf is designed for thoughtful reading, not endless scrolling. Clean typography and a minimalist layout help you focus on the writing. Fast & Lightweight Opens instantly, syncs quietly in the background, and stays out of your way. Offline Reading Save posts and read them later—even without an internet connection. Privacy-First No tracking, no analytics, no ads. Your reading habits are yours alone. Silverleaf is made by Silverpine Software, an independent studio focused on crafting thoughtful, long-lasting apps. If you enjoy reading blogs the way they were meant to be read, Silverleaf is for you.

Screenshots

Iconfactory Tapestry4 screens
Silverleaf Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Silverleaf Reader at none against Iconfactory Tapestry's 3. Silverleaf Reader also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. Iconfactory Tapestry sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Silverleaf Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Iconfactory Tapestry ships an update every 4 weeks, Silverleaf Reader every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Iconfactory Tapestry versus Silverleaf Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIconfactory TapestrySilverleaf Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (300 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings300 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.4 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB261 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperThe IconfactorySilver Pine Software

Bugs and requests

Iconfactory Tapestry

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inconsistent behavior when rotating device
  • Occasional feed sync issues
  • Crashes when trying to screenshot certain screens

Requested features

8 requests
  • Add ability to mark posts as read
  • Implement bookmarking/saving functionality
  • Allow custom font size and theme options
  • Provide more granular control over muting/filtering
  • Add in-app engagement features (likes, replies, etc.)
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  • Improve connector discovery and setup process
  • Develop a dedicated newsletter connector
  • Release a companion Mac app

Silverleaf Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Iconfactory Tapestry

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Tapestry Lifetime Purchase$149.99
None

Silverleaf Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Iconfactory Tapestry free?
Iconfactory Tapestry is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Silverleaf Reader free?
Silverleaf Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Iconfactory Tapestry or Silverleaf Reader have ads?
Neither Iconfactory Tapestry nor Silverleaf Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Iconfactory Tapestry or Silverleaf Reader?
Iconfactory Tapestry ships an update every 4 weeks, and Silverleaf Reader every 8 days. Most recently, Iconfactory Tapestry was updated on September 25, 2026 and Silverleaf Reader on September 12, 2026.

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