Readingo vs HiReader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Readingo
This app is a versatile reader supporting numerous file formats including TXT, EPUB, MOBI, and PDF. It offers extensive customization for reading themes, fonts, and bookshelf styles, along with advanced features like highlighting, notes, and audiobook support.
- Supports TXT, EPUB, MOBI, PDF, and more
- Opens compressed files (RAR, ZIP)
- Comprehensive category management
- Extensive formatting and page-turning options
- 24 built-in reading themes
- Highlighting and notes
- Audiobook support
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Basic Features: A powerful novel reading tool Currently supports TXT, EPUB, MOBI, AZW, AZW3, DOC, DOCX, CHM, UMD and PDF file formats. Supports opening RAR, ZIP, 7Z, and TAR compressed files directly within the app Comprehensive category management Extensive formatting options and multiple page-turning methods 24 built-in reading themes with color and texture options Clean interface and user-friendly interaction Global night mode Advanced Features: Powerful statistics system Highlighting and notes WiFi remote management Auto-read feature Audiobook support Customizable reading themes Customizable bookshelf styles Customizable covers Customizable fonts Direct TXT file editing More powerful configurations available in the Pro version
HiReader
Organize and read your local ebooks with a feature-rich reader. Supports multiple formats, custom themes, and detailed reading statistics. Sync your progress across devices.
- Multi-format ebook support
- Organize books into groups
- Customizable reading layout and themes
- Detailed reading statistics
- Cloud sync for progress and files
- Flexible document import options
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HiReader is a dedicated local ebook reader designed to create a reading space that belongs only to you. It supports a wide range of ebook formats including TXT, EPUB, MOBI, PDF, AZW, AZW3, AZW4, PDB, and PRC, along with powerful features such as detailed reading statistics, bookmarks and notes, cloud sync, and smart document management. Features Group Management • Create unlimited groups to organize your local documents efficiently. Multi-Format Support • Read all major ebook formats: TXT, EPUB, MOBI, PDF, AZW, AZW3, AZW4, PDB, PRC. Flexible Import Options • Import documents via Wi-Fi transfer, iCloud, AirDrop, or share from other apps. Reading Layout • Adjust character spacing, line spacing, paragraph spacing, and margins. • Includes 10 built-in fonts with support for custom fonts. Custom Themes • Choose from 15 built-in themes or create your own themes and covers. Bookmarks & Notes • Add bookmarks and notes at any time, with easy management and review. Reading Statistics • Track detailed reading data with total statistics, daily calendar heatmaps, and per-document insights. Cloud Sync • Sync reading progress, statistics, book files, and bookshelf organization across devices. We are committed to delivering the best reading experience. If you have any questions or feedback, you can always contact us directly within the app. Subscription Terms Unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, your subscription will automatically renew at the agreed price and duration. The fee will be charged to your Apple ID account within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. By subscribing, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Privacy Policy: https://t15ehm6hgj9.feishu.cn/docx/Op86dE0i2ovOY1xXPwfcvu6lnVg Terms of Service: https://t15ehm6hgj9.feishu.cn/docx/OArodZ4OXoUiXOxFgIrcplsXn6e
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Readingo at 4.8 against HiReader's 4.4. Readingo also leads on ratings volume (118 vs 10). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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. Readingo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and HiReader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Readingo holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Readingo has 118 ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Readingo's written reviews are positive against 88% of HiReader's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Readingo | HiReader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (118 ratings) — better | 4.4 (10 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 93.2% of reviews — better | 87.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 118 — better | 10 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | 15.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 40 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Beijing Idee Technology Co., Ltd. | 云根 付 |
Customer experience
Readingo
HiReader
In-app purchases
Readingo
- Reading Pro$9.99
HiReader
- HiReader Pro$1.991 Month
- HiReader Pro$9.991 Year
- HiReader Pro$19.99








