Comparison

Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF vs ComicShelf Reader

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

Head to head
About

Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF

This app allows users to read comic books in CBR, CBZ, and PDF formats. It offers features like smart library organization, automatic progress saving, and an ad-free experience. Premium features include unlimited imports and custom collections.

Highlights
  • Supports CBR, CBZ, and PDF formats
  • Import from local storage/USB
  • Automatic reading progress saving
  • Customizable comic collections
  • Ad-free reading experience
  • Eye comfort mode (blue light filter)
Features
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The Comic Reader App for CBR, CBZ & PDF Fans ComiQuest is a powerful and elegant comic reader app designed for enthusiasts of every kind — whether you’re reading .cbr comics, .cbz archives, or .pdf issues. Dive into your favorite stories with smooth navigation, smart library features, and zero distractions. Read Comic Books Enjoy full support for popular file formats: CBR, CBZ, and PDF. Open your collection without converting or switching apps. Easy File Access Import comic books directly from your local storage or USB drives. ComiQuest recognizes and opens your files effortlessly. Save Your Reading Progress Jump back into your comics right where you left off. Your reading progress is automatically tracked for every title and format. Organize Your Comic Book Collection Sort your comics into custom comic book collections. Whether you’re managing graphic novels, manga, or webtoons, your library stays tidy and easy to navigate. 100% Ad-Free Reading Focus on your comics without distractions. ComiQuest offers a clean, ad-free reading experience across all supported formats. Eye Comfort Mode An experimental blue light filter helps reduce eye strain — currently available for CBR and CBZ files. Go Premium to Unlock: Unlimited imports of CBR, CBZ & PDF files Unlimited custom collections Continuous feature updates and ad-free access Payments and Renewal: Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Account settings at any time after purchase No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active period. Read our privacy policy and terms of use: https://madmustachecompany.com/comiquest-privacy-policy.html https://madmustachecompany.com/comiquest-terms.html

About

ComicShelf Reader

Organize and read your digital comic collection with support for multiple formats like CBZ, CBR, PDF, and EPUB. Enjoy various library and reading views, including panel-by-panel zoom and cloud storage integration. Designed for a seamless reading experience on iPhone and iPad.

Highlights
  • Supports CBZ, CBR, PDF, EPUB formats
  • Carousel, Shelf, and Grid library views
  • Paginated, Panel, and Scroll reading modes
  • Right-to-left reading for manga
  • Cloud storage integration (Google Drive, iCloud, WebDAV)
  • Handcrafted dark UI with optional red theme
Features
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ComicShelf Reader is the ultimate comic reading experience for iPhone and iPad. Whether you're a lifelong collector or just getting started, ComicShelf Reader puts your entire library at your fingertips — beautifully organized and a joy to read. READ EVERY FORMAT CBZ, CBR, PDF, and EPUB — ComicShelf Reader handles them all. No conversions, no workarounds. Just open and read. THREE STUNNING LIBRARY VIEWS • Carousel — Flip through your collection like a physical longbox with a stunning 3D carousel and reflective display • Shelf View — See your comics organized by series on a classic bookshelf • Grid View — A clean, dense layout for collectors with large libraries THREE READING MODES • Paginated — Tap or swipe page by page, just like holding a real comic • Panel View — Zoom in panel by panel for the ultimate reading experience on any screen size • Scroll View — Continuous vertical scrolling, perfect for webtoons and manga MANGA SUPPORT Full right-to-left reading mode for manga fans. ComicShelf Reader adapts to the way you read. YOUR LIBRARY, YOUR WAY Connect your existing cloud storage and read directly from your collection — no re-uploading required. • Google Drive • iCloud Drive • WebDAV servers BEAUTIFUL BY DESIGN ComicShelf Reader features a handcrafted dark UI with an optional Bloodied red theme — built for late-night reading sessions. Every detail, from the animated carousel to the per-panel zoom, is designed to keep you in the story. PRIVACY FIRST ComicShelf Reader does not collect, sell, or share your personal data. Your library stays yours. Support: support@comicshelf.app Privacy Policy: https://comicshelf.app/reader/privacy

Screenshots

Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF4 screens
ComicShelf Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ComicShelf Reader at 5.0 against Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF's 4.5. ComicShelf Reader also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 11). Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF's advantage is ratings volume (36 vs 1). 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. Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. ComicShelf Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ComicShelf Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF has 36 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF versus ComicShelf Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterComic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDFComicShelf Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (36 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews87.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings36 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAlexandre GuidetThomas Eggenberger

Customer experience

Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF

All ratings36 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive87.0%
Neutral4.3%
Negative8.7%

ComicShelf Reader

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF

Subscriptions8
  • Monthly subscription$1.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Monthly subscription sale1 Month trial$4.991 Month
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  • Monthly subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription$12.991 Year
  • Lifetime$17.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription$29.991 Year
  • Yearly subscription sale1 Year trial$29.991 Year
One-time3
  • Lifetime$22.99
  • Lifetime$34.99
  • Lifetime Premium$69.99
None

ComicShelf Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF free?
Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ComicShelf Reader free?
ComicShelf Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF or ComicShelf Reader?
ComicShelf Reader is rated higher. Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF averages 4.5 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while ComicShelf Reader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF or ComicShelf Reader have ads?
Neither Comic Reader CBR, CBZ & PDF nor ComicShelf Reader shows ads.

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