Bookil vs PulseRead
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.
PulseRead
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Read faster. Focus better. Build a reading habit that lasts. PulseRead is a focused reading app designed to help you improve your reading pace, stay engaged, and make reading part of your daily routine. Read short daily texts, import your own documents, follow a guided 7-day reading route, and adjust your reading experience to match your pace and goals. Whether you're studying, working through reports, reading articles, reviewing textbooks, or simply trying to read more consistently, PulseRead gives you a calmer and more intentional way to read. READ AT YOUR OWN PACE Use PulseRead’s focused word-by-word reader to move through text with less distraction. • Adjust reading speed freely • Return to the previous sentence when you need more context • Open the full text at any time • Continue exactly where you left off • Review a summary after each reading session • Answer short comprehension questions to check your understanding BUILD A DAILY READING HABIT The Today screen gives you a simple place to start each day. • Read a free daily text • Set a personal daily reading goal • Continue unfinished reading with one tap • Track your daily progress and consistency • Get optional reading reminders at the time you choose If you complete your daily goal, PulseRead won’t send an unnecessary reminder. FOLLOW A 7-DAY READING ROUTE Build momentum with seven original guided readings. Each day includes a short text and a task based on your personal reading goal. • Seven original reading sessions • Goal-based daily tasks • Personal notes for each day • Progress stays saved even if you miss a day • Days 1 and 2 are available for free Continue the full route with PulseRead Pro. BRING YOUR OWN DOCUMENTS Turn the material you already want to read into focused reading sessions. Import: • PDF • EPUB • ODT • Text documents Free users receive 3 document imports every calendar month. Your monthly allowance refreshes automatically. Built-in PulseRead readings do not use your import allowance. SEE YOUR PROGRESS Keep track of how your reading develops over time. • Reading time • Words read • Reading speed • Daily progress • Reading streaks • Session history MAKE READING COMFORTABLE Customize PulseRead to fit the way you like to read. Choose your preferred appearance, typography, reading speed, and other reading settings for a more comfortable experience. PULSEREAD PRO Upgrade to Pro to unlock: • Unlimited document imports • Full access to the 7-day reading route • Focus Session timer • Full Pro reading experience Start small. Read with focus. Build consistency. Subscription Information: PulseRead Pro is available as an auto-renewable yearly subscription. Pricing may vary by region and will be shown before purchase. Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://serhatbilenn.github.io/pulseread-privacy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bookil at none against PulseRead's 1. Bookil also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). 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
Both are free to download. PulseRead sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Bookil asks for nothing beyond the download.
Bookil ships an update fortnightly, PulseRead every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bookil | PulseRead |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 | 17.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Labee LLC | Onur Sendur |
In-app purchases
Bookil
No in-app purchases
PulseRead
- PulseRead Pro$9.991 Year









