Comparison

Kanman Reader vs Comiglot Reader

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

Head to head
About

Kanman Reader

This comic reader helps Chinese language learners immerse themselves in manhua. Easily look up definitions for unfamiliar words by scanning the page, and manage your library of DRM-free comics.

Highlights
  • Supports ZIP, RAR, CBR, CBZ formats
  • Horizontal or vertical scrolling
  • On-page word definition lookup
  • Manhua library management
  • Resume reading from last point
Features
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Kanman Reader is a comic reader designed for Chinese learners who want a smooth experience when reading Chinese comics (also known as manhua). Upload DRM-free manhua in ZIP/RAR/CBR/CBZ format and start reading to immerse yourself more deeply in the language. If you come across a word you don’t know while reading a manhua on Kanman Reader, you can quickly hold the page to scan it and extract the text. Tapping on a word you don’t recognize will effortlessly pull up the definition for that word. Spend less time trying to look up unfamiliar characters, and spend more time immersing yourself in the Chinese language! Features: - Supports multiple file formats: Manhua can be opened in ZIP/RAR/CBR/CBZ formats - Customizable reading experience: Choose whether you want to flip through manhua horizontally or scroll downwards - Easily look up definitions: Scan manhua to pull up English definitions for unfamiliar Chinese words - Manhua management: Stores previously accessed manhua in a library and lets you easily pick up from where you last left off

About

Comiglot Reader

Features
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Comiglot Reader is a clean, lightweight, and easy-to-use comic viewer designed for a comfortable reading experience. In addition to standard viewing, it is built to open and display *.cmgt translation files created in the main Comiglot: AI Comic Translator application. Key features: • Open Translation Files: Seamlessly import and read *.cmgt translation packages. • Fast & Lightweight: Quick startup and smooth page navigation optimized for mobile. • Reading Comfort: Enjoy an intuitive, distraction-free interface. • Simple Library: Manage your imported files and keep track of your reading list. Please note: Comiglot Reader is a viewer-only application. To translate comics or create new translation projects, use the main creator app: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/comiglot-ai-comic-translator/id6758002613 Visit our website for more details: https://comiglot.app Privacy Policy: https://comiglot.app/privacy-policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Kanman Reader3 screens
Comiglot Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kanman Reader at none against Comiglot Reader's 1. Comiglot Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.4). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Comiglot Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Kanman Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Kanman Reader versus Comiglot Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKanman ReaderComiglot Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAkash CherianILIA KALUGIN

In-app purchases

None

Kanman Reader

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Comiglot Reader

One-time1
  • Remove Ads Forever$4.99

Questions

Is Kanman Reader free?
Kanman Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Comiglot Reader free?
Comiglot Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Kanman Reader or Comiglot Reader have ads?
Neither Kanman Reader nor Comiglot Reader shows ads.

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