Comparison

Manga Capsule vs File Reader

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

Head to head
About

Manga Capsule

This app is a reader for manga enthusiasts, offering a seamless cross-device experience for collecting and enjoying comics. It supports multiple file formats and storage options, with customizable reading modes and AI-powered image enhancement.

Highlights
  • Cross-device reading sync
  • Supports EPUB, MOBI, PDF, ZIP, RAR, JPG, PNG
  • Connects to WebDAV, SMB, Aliyun Drive
  • Multiple reading modes (RTL, LTR, vertical)
  • AI upscaling for low-resolution images
  • Smart bookshelf organization
Features
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Manga Capsule is a reader designed for manga lovers, helping you enjoy both collecting and reading manga. We love reading manga, and we also love product design. Our goal is to provide you with the best reading experience: - Continue Reading Across Devices From iPhone to iPad, Manga Capsule works seamlessly across all iOS devices. And yes—it also runs smoothly on M-series Macs. - Multiple Formats, Smooth Reading Supports popular formats including EPUB, MOBI, PDF, ZIP, RAR, JPG, PNG and more. Even large files open quickly. - Local, NAS & Cloud Storage Connect via WebDAV and SMB, or link Aliyun Drive. You can also download cloud files for offline reading. - Reading Modes for All Styles Whether it’s Japanese right-to-left, Western left-to-right, or webtoon vertical scroll, Manga Capsule adapts. Optimized layouts for big screens, plus multiple page-turning modes: panning, continuous scroll, realistic flip and more. - Beautiful Bookshelf Smart cropping and sorting ensure your covers look their best. - AI Upscaling Bring old manga back to life. AI enhances low-resolution images for a clear, sharp reading experience. - Rotate & Pan Easily adjust pages to handle tricky reading situations. Note: Manga Capsule does not provide or host any manga sources or content. We only provide the reading tool—thanks for understanding. Subscription Plans Yearly: $9.99 / year Lifetime: one-time purchase, no subscription (Prices may vary by region.) Subscriptions are charged to your iTunes account. They automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited once a subscription is purchased. Terms of Service: https://wechatobsidian.com/manga_iapagreement_en.html Privacy Policy: https://wechatobsidian.com/manga_privacy_en.html For feedback or questions, please use Feedback in the app. We’d love to hear from you! Made with love by Capsule Studio.

About

File Reader

Easily open and view various document and archive formats, including PDFs, ZIPs, RARs, and image files. Enjoy fast, smooth reading of large files and browse archives directly within the app. It works offline, making your documents accessible anywhere.

Highlights
  • Supports PDF, ZIP, RAR, CBZ, CBR
  • Image file support (JPG, PNG, HEIC, TIFF)
  • Fast and smooth large file viewing
  • Built-in archive browsing
  • Offline functionality
  • Clean reading interface
Features
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Use ZIP, RAR, CBZ, CBR, and more—22 file extensions in all. Bring PDFs, image archives, and images into one on-device library, then always pick up where you left off. File Reader is made for people who want to read the files they already have on their iPhone. Turn downloaded comics, self-scanned books, course handouts, work documents, and image collections into a calm, organized reading shelf. Import from Files or the Share menu, open, read, and come back later—without creating an account and without ads getting in the way. READ ZIP, RAR, CBZ, AND CBR IMAGE ARCHIVES • Open image-based ZIP/CBZ and RAR/CBR archives directly in the reader • Read pages in natural filename order, so 2 comes before 10 • Choose left-to-right or right-to-left page direction for comics and manga • Switch between fit-to-page and fit-to-width views • Choose Paper, Ink, or Dusk tones to suit the room and the material • Save reading progress automatically and resume from the same page • Enter a password when opening supported password-protected RAR archives The archive reader displays images inside your collection as pages in filename order. SEARCH, READ, AND MARK UP PDFs • Use continuous vertical scrolling or turn pages with horizontal swipes • Zoom in on diagrams, fine print, and scanned pages • Search the text layer of a PDF and move through matching results • Find imported PDFs from the library by title, filename, or indexed body text • See a short text snippet around each library search result • Write with the pencil, add marker strokes, erase your own marks, and undo or redo changes • Keep your current page and reading progress for the next session • Adjust the reading tone without changing the original document Text search works when the PDF contains selectable text. The app does not perform OCR on image-only scans, and its markup tools are for reading notes—not advanced PDF editing, conversion, forms, or digital signatures. ONE LOCAL LIBRARY FOR THE FILES YOU READ Instead of hunting through folders every time, keep reading material together in a simple on-device library. • Search by title and filename, plus body text for indexed PDFs • Filter the shelf by file type • Sort by recently opened, title, date added, or progress • Pin important items so they stay easy to reach • Rename imported items, remove them from the app, and see progress at a glance • Reopen a file and continue from your saved position When you import a file, the app keeps its own local copy so it remains available offline. That makes it useful on a commute, on a flight, while traveling, or anywhere you do not want reading to depend on a connection. 22 FILE EXTENSIONS AVAILABLE File Reader supports PDF, HTML, HTM, ZIP, CBZ, RAR, CBR, JPG, JPEG, PNG, HEIC, HEIF, TIF, TIFF, WebP, GIF, BMP, AVIF, JXL, JP2, J2K, and ICO. JPG/JPEG and TIF/TIFF are counted separately because they are distinct filename extensions. “22 extensions” does not mean 22 separate rendering engines. Some other files may open through the iOS Quick Look preview when the system supports them; availability and behavior can vary by file and iOS version. PRIVATE, QUIET, AND OFFLINE • No account registration • No advertising • Your imported reading library stays on the device • Core reading works without an internet connection • No cloud library, NAS, WebDAV, or cross-device sync to configure Because imported files are copied into the app, they use additional device storage. Keep the originals or a backup of anything important. TRY IT FREE, THEN EXPAND YOUR LIBRARY The free version lets you import and read up to 3 files, so you can test the readers with your own PDFs, comics, and images. Reader Pro removes the file-count limit. Current availability and purchase details are shown in the app. Import a file, settle into a focused reader, and let your iPhone remember the page for next time.

Screenshots

Manga Capsule4 screens
File Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: File Reader at free against Manga Capsule's subscription. File Reader also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). Manga Capsule's advantage is review sentiment (87% vs 67%). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Manga Capsule sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and File Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Manga Capsule ships an update fortnightly, File Reader every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Manga Capsule versus File Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterManga CapsuleFile Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (20 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews86.7% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings20 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.3 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer景 贺Ryota Kando

Customer experience

Manga Capsule

All ratings20 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews60 reviews
Positive86.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative6.7%

File Reader

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Manga Capsule

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Plan1 Month trial$0.991 Month
  • 连续包季$1.993 Months
  • Annual Plan1 Year trial$9.991 Year
One-time6
  • 终身会员·内测专享Free
  • 活动买断$4.99
  • 活动买断$5.99
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  • Lifetime Access$15.99
  • Lifetime Access$17.99
  • Lifetime Access$19.99
1 purchases

File Reader

One-time1
  • Reader Pro$1.99

Questions

Is Manga Capsule free?
Manga Capsule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is File Reader free?
File Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Manga Capsule or File Reader have ads?
Neither Manga Capsule nor File Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Manga Capsule or File Reader?
Manga Capsule ships an update fortnightly, and File Reader every 5 days. Most recently, Manga Capsule was updated on October 25, 2026 and File Reader on October 19, 2026.

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