# NovelsReader vs PixelPages

The clearest difference is rating: PixelPages at 5.0 against NovelsReader's 1.4. PixelPages also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). NovelsReader's advantage is ratings volume (60 vs 2) and chart position (#166 vs unranked). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NovelsReader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. PixelPages asks for nothing beyond the download.

PixelPages holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NovelsReader has 60 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | NovelsReader | PixelPages |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.4 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novelsreader/id6479294644/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixelpages/id6775593531/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **60** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 6.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#166** | — |
| Size | 106 MB | 422 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.4** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HK IReader Technology Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1110639431) | [Michael Clogher IV](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894296610) |

## What reviewers say

### NovelsReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novelsreader/id6479294644)

**Currently charting:** #166 Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

Explore a vast collection of addictive novels across various genres, from romance to fantasy. Get personalized recommendations, bookmark your favorite stories, and enjoy a comfortable reading experience with night mode. Subscribe for unlimited, uninterrupted access to captivating plots and literary journeys.

**Highlights:** Extensive library of novels, Personalized recommendations, Bookmark favorite novels, Night mode for comfortable reading, Seamless reading experience, Unlimited reading with subscription

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NovelsReader weekly VIP | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| NovelsReader weekly VIP | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| NovelsReader yearly VIP | $129.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Stories are excellent
- 👍 Well-written novels
- 👍 No ads or coins needed for reading
- 👍 Cheap weekly subscription (initially)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Extremely expensive subscriptions
- 💸 Deceptive pricing and hidden fees
- 💸 Charged after cancellation
- 💸 Subscription difficult to cancel
- 💸 Not free after initial chapters

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot log out
- App keeps closing when clicking a title
- Loading failed after payment
- Cannot find cancellation option
- Cannot exit a book to go back to the main page

**Requested features**

- Allow users to log out
- Provide clear indication if a series is unfinished
- Offer more new stories
- Improve navigation within the app
- Allow watching ads for chapters


### PixelPages

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixelpages/id6775593531)

This app generates custom illustrated stories for children, allowing users to create personalized narratives by incorporating a child's name. It offers a cozy storytime experience with colorful artwork and gentle storytelling, designed for easy shared reading.

**Highlights:** Personalized stories with child's name, Illustrated story pages, Simple child profiles, Growing library of stories, Large, easy-to-read text, Bedtime-friendly design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NovelsReader free?

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

### Is PixelPages free?

PixelPages is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, NovelsReader or PixelPages?

PixelPages is rated higher. NovelsReader averages 1.4 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while PixelPages averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do NovelsReader or PixelPages have ads?

NovelsReader shows ads; PixelPages does not.

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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.*