Bookil vs PDF Library & Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bookil
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Open any PDF the way you'd read a book. Bookil is a PDF reader for iPhone and iPad built around comfortable reading. Import from Files, Safari, or any share sheet to get started. Reading Pages render cleanly in single or two-page spread. Sepia and night modes, plus contrast and film grain adjustments, let you dial in exactly how it looks. Choose from page curl, slide, crossfade, or continuous scroll for page turns. Flip your device and Bookil switches layouts automatically. Covers and chapter-end pages stay centered, just like a physical book. Zoom Double-tap to zoom in on the exact spot you tapped. Pinch to adjust from there. Double-tap again to reset. Library Group PDFs into named collections. Lock private ones with Face ID or Touch ID. Bookil tracks what you've read, what you haven't, and where you left off—per book. Search, sort, filter, or select multiple books for bulk actions. Reading direction Switch between left-bound and right-bound for manga, technical books, or anything else. Export Export your full library as JSON and import it on any device. Runs on iPhone and iPad.
PDF Library & Reader
A minimalist, offline PDF reader allowing users to import documents, track reading progress, and organize their library. It offers a distraction-free reading experience with no signup or internet required.
- Import PDFs from various sources
- Automatic reading progress saving
- Customizable book titles
- Reset reading progress
- Offline functionality
- Distraction-free reading
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PDF Library & Reader is a minimalist, offline PDF reader that gives you full control over your reading experience. Import PDF books, track your progress, and read distraction-free. No signup required. FEATURES: • Add PDFs instantly Import PDFs from anywhere (Files, Safari, AirDrop, etc) into your personal library with a single tap. • Track your reading progress Progress is automatically saved as you scroll. See what you’ve started and pick up where you left off, even after closing the app. • Rename book titles Swipe left on a title in your library to give it a custom name for easier organization. • Reset progress anytime Swipe left on a title in the Reader tab to reset your reading progress and start fresh. PDF Library & Reader is designed to be simple, powerful, and private. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or book lover, this app gives you full control over your PDFs. PDF LIBRARY PRO • Unlock unlimited PDF imports and support future features. No ads. No accounts. No internet required. Just your books.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bookil at none against PDF Library & Reader's 1. PDF Library & Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.4). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. PDF Library & Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Bookil asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Bookil | PDF Library & Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Labee LLC | Wildcatter LLC |
In-app purchases
Bookil
No in-app purchases
PDF Library & Reader
- PDF Library Pro$9.99









