# ReelShort Novel vs ReadShort

The clearest difference is rating: ReadShort at 4.3 against ReelShort Novel's 1.2. ReadShort also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (31% vs 0%). ReelShort Novel's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ReelShort Novel sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and ReadShort sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReadShort holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 28 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of ReelShort Novel's written reviews are positive against 31% of ReadShort's.

## The numbers

| Metric | ReelShort Novel | ReadShort |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.2 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reelshort-novel/id6636532586/reviews) | **[4.3 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readshort/id6786505613/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **28** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **31.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 50 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [CMS Media Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1762997631) | [BUBBLE GROUP HK LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/6786505615) |

## What reviewers say

### ReelShort Novel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reelshort-novel/id6636532586)

Immerse yourself in a world of captivating stories, from romance and fantasy to vampires and billionaires. Read chapter by chapter, discover new authors, and enjoy daily updates on trending titles. Perfect for quick reading sessions or cozy nights in.

**Highlights:** Diverse story genres, Chapter-by-chapter reading, Content from bestselling authors, Daily updates, New and exclusive content, Reader community

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Coin Package | $9.99 | per month |
| VIP Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| VIP Quarterly | $27.99 | per 3 months |
| VIP Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Coin Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| 200 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 600 coins | $6.99 | one-time |
| 1000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2500 coins | $24.99 | one-time |
| 3000 coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 10000 coins | $99.99 | one-time |


### ReadShort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readshort/id6786505613)

Experience novels like never before with AI-narrated drama episodes. Watch stories unfold with expressive voices and cinematic pacing, then dive deeper into the original novels. Discover thousands of stories across all genres, with new content added daily.

**Highlights:** AI-narrated drama episodes, Cinematic pacing and expressive voices, Seamless switch between watching and reading, Vast library of stories and genres, Personalized daily story feed, New episodes and chapters added daily, Flexible consumption options

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Vip | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Vip | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Vip | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Vip | $19.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Vip | $24.99 | per 7 days |
| One-time Purchase | $0.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $4.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $9.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $14.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $19.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $29.99 | one-time |
| One -time Purchase | $35.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $49.99 | one-time |
| One-time Purchase | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ReelShort Novel free?

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

### Is ReadShort free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ReelShort Novel or ReadShort?

ReadShort is rated higher. ReelShort Novel averages 1.2 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while ReadShort averages 4.3 from 28 ratings.

### Do ReelShort Novel or ReadShort have ads?

ReelShort Novel shows ads; ReadShort 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.*