# RocNovel vs TaleReader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TaleReader at 56% against RocNovel's 12%. TaleReader also leads on rating (4.3 vs 1.7) and ads (none vs shown). RocNovel's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and chart position (#143 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RocNovel sells 24 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and TaleReader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TaleReader holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TaleReader has 726 ratings behind it against 35, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of RocNovel's written reviews are positive against 56% of TaleReader's.

RocNovel ships an update every 3 weeks, TaleReader every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | RocNovel | TaleReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.7 (35 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rocnovel/id6737119895/reviews) | **[4.3 (726 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talereader/id6749569604/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 35 | **726** |
| Positive reviews | 12.1% of reviews | **56.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#143** | — |
| Size | 66 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [北京鸿达以太科技有限公司](https://appshunter.io/developer/1638030109) | [SUNWIN ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724187777) |

## What reviewers say

### RocNovel

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rocnovel/id6737119895)

**Currently charting:** #143 Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

Access a vast library of novels, from classics to bestsellers. Discover trending books with dynamic rankings and easily pick up where you left off with personalized browsing history. Enjoy a user-friendly interface for effortless navigation and discovery.

**Highlights:** Vast novel library, Dynamic ranking and popular picks, Personalized browsing history, User-friendly interface, Trending bestsellers

**In-app purchases (24)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| weekly9.99 | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly VIP | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| weekly16.99 | $16.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly VIP | $16.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly VIP | $29.99 | per month |
| yearly39.99 | $39.99 | per year |
| Seasonal VIP | $69.99 | per 3 months |
| yearly89.99 | $89.99 | per year |
| yearly119.99 | $119.99 | per year |
| Yearly VIP | $179.99 | per year |
| 100coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 400coins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 500coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coin-1400 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1600 coins | $15.99 | one-time |
| 1700 coins | $16.99 | one-time |
| Coin-1600 | $16.99 | one-time |
| 2000 coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Coin-2000 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3000 coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| Coin-3000 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 4000 coins | $39.99 | one-time |
| Coin-4000 | $39.99 | one-time |


### TaleReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talereader/id6749569604)

Dive into a universe of supernatural and scandalous romance novels. Explore stories of werewolves, vampires, and billionaires with daily new chapters and exclusive content. Personalize your reading experience and connect with a community of fellow romance enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Daily new chapters, Original exclusive stories, Customizable reading experience, Smart recommendations, Community features

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| $14.99 Unlimited Reading/Week | $24.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Reading/2 Months | $49.99 | per 2 months |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/6 Months | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/Year | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good books
- 🤩 Interesting stories
- 🕰️ Short and simple plots

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription issues
- 💸 Too many popups

**Reported bugs**

- Recurring charges after cancellation

**Requested features**

- Buy coins instead of subscription
- Less intrusive monetization


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RocNovel free?

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

### Is TaleReader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RocNovel or TaleReader?

TaleReader is rated higher. RocNovel averages 1.7 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while TaleReader averages 4.3 from 726 ratings.

### Do RocNovel or TaleReader have ads?

RocNovel shows ads; TaleReader does not.

### Which is updated more often, RocNovel or TaleReader?

RocNovel ships an update every 3 weeks, and TaleReader every 2 months. Most recently, RocNovel was updated on September 23, 2026 and TaleReader on September 23, 2026.

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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.*