NovelQuest vs EverChapter
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NovelQuest
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Turn your reading journey into an adventure with NovelQuest! Earn XP in unique “Skills” by marking books as read. Can you reach Level 5 in Love, Magic, Mythology, or Artificial Intelligence? Whether you love romance, thrillers, sci-fi, history, or fantasy, there’s a skill tailored just for you. Timeline Dive into a vibrant social feed where you can explore what others are reading, share your progress, and compare skills with fellow book lovers. You can also recommend books or ask the community for suggestions. My Books Effortlessly manage your want-to-read, currently-reading, and read lists. Powered by Open Library, finding your next read is easier than ever. Skills Curious about what to read next? Discover books that boost your XP in specific skills. Learn something new or master the ones you already love! Badges Embark on a treasure hunt! Unlock badges by reading books that match two specific skills. Can you collect them all? My Profile Track your skills and customize how your profile is displayed to other readers. Share your top skills as a sleek graphic and inspire others to join the adventure. Ready to level up your reading? Download NovelQuest today!
EverChapter
This app helps you track your reading progress, set goals, and organize your personal bookshelf. Earn rewards, level up your character, and discover new books by connecting with friends.
- Personal bookshelf organization
- Reading progress tracking
- Goal setting and motivation
- Chapter completion rewards
- Friend activity and book discovery
- Book rating and reviews
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EverChapter is your cozy reading companion designed to make every book feel like an adventure. Build your personal bookshelf, track your reading progress, set meaningful goals, and stay motivated one chapter at a time. Whether you are working through your next fantasy series, trying to read more this year, or simply want a beautiful place to keep up with the stories you love, EverChapter makes your reading life feel more rewarding. Create reading goals, celebrate completed chapters, and organize books you want to read, are currently reading, or have finished. Rate the books you read and share your thoughts with friends. Add friends to see what they are currently reading, discover their favorite books, and keep up with their reviews. As you read, you will earn rewards that help you level up your character and unlock new items in the EverChapter shop. Customize your companion, collect fun rewards, and make your reading journey feel personal. Turn your reading routine into something you look forward to every day. Your next great story is waiting. Start your chapter with EverChapter. 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: NovelQuest at none against EverChapter's 2. NovelQuest also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.5). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. EverChapter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. NovelQuest asks for nothing beyond the download.
NovelQuest ships an update fortnightly, EverChapter monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NovelQuest | EverChapter |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 26.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 74 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Hydra Softworks | Zero Day Technology LLC |
In-app purchases
NovelQuest
No in-app purchases
EverChapter
- Premium Monthly$7.991 Month
- Premium Yearly$79.991 Year
