Comparison

HiReader vs Readgio

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

Head to head
About

HiReader

Organize and read your local ebooks with a feature-rich reader. Supports multiple formats, custom themes, and detailed reading statistics. Sync your progress across devices.

Highlights
  • Multi-format ebook support
  • Organize books into groups
  • Customizable reading layout and themes
  • Detailed reading statistics
  • Cloud sync for progress and files
  • Flexible document import options
Features
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HiReader is a dedicated local ebook reader designed to create a reading space that belongs only to you. It supports a wide range of ebook formats including TXT, EPUB, MOBI, PDF, AZW, AZW3, AZW4, PDB, and PRC, along with powerful features such as detailed reading statistics, bookmarks and notes, cloud sync, and smart document management. Features Group Management • Create unlimited groups to organize your local documents efficiently. Multi-Format Support • Read all major ebook formats: TXT, EPUB, MOBI, PDF, AZW, AZW3, AZW4, PDB, PRC. Flexible Import Options • Import documents via Wi-Fi transfer, iCloud, AirDrop, or share from other apps. Reading Layout • Adjust character spacing, line spacing, paragraph spacing, and margins. • Includes 10 built-in fonts with support for custom fonts. Custom Themes • Choose from 15 built-in themes or create your own themes and covers. Bookmarks & Notes • Add bookmarks and notes at any time, with easy management and review. Reading Statistics • Track detailed reading data with total statistics, daily calendar heatmaps, and per-document insights. Cloud Sync • Sync reading progress, statistics, book files, and bookshelf organization across devices. We are committed to delivering the best reading experience. If you have any questions or feedback, you can always contact us directly within the app. Subscription Terms Unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, your subscription will automatically renew at the agreed price and duration. The fee will be charged to your Apple ID account within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time in your App Store account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. By subscribing, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Privacy Policy: https://t15ehm6hgj9.feishu.cn/docx/Op86dE0i2ovOY1xXPwfcvu6lnVg Terms of Service: https://t15ehm6hgj9.feishu.cn/docx/OArodZ4OXoUiXOxFgIrcplsXn6e

About

Readgio

This app allows you to read your EPUB and PDF files, tracking your reading progress, time, and speed automatically. Save and revisit highlighted passages, and even log physical book reading sessions to keep your entire reading history in one place.

Highlights
  • Automatic reading progress tracking
  • Chapter time estimation
  • Adjustable PDF reader mode
  • Highlighting and quote saving
  • Manual logging for physical books
  • iCloud sync for progress and bookmarks
Features
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Read your own EPUB and PDF books in Readgio. See whether you have time for another chapter, save meaningful passages and track your progress without keeping a manual log. • One more chapter? See an estimate of the minutes left in your EPUB chapter, based on your reading pace. • PDFs without the tiny print. Reader Mode adapts the text to your screen and lets you adjust the font size. The original page layout is always available. • Statistics that track themselves. Reading time, progress, speed and streaks — just read and see yourself getting closer to your goal. • Quotes you can find again. Highlight passages, search your saved quotes and revisit favourite ideas through reminders and a widget. • Paper books count too. Use the timer or log sessions manually to keep your whole reading history together. Read offline. Sync your progress, bookmarks and highlights between iPhone and iPad with iCloud. PDF Reader Mode is available for files with selectable text. Some features require Readgio Pro. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

HiReader4 screens
Readgio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Readgio at 5.0 against HiReader's 4.4. Readgio also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 88%). HiReader's advantage is ratings volume (10 vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.5 vs 18.5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. HiReader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Readgio sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Readgio holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of HiReader's written reviews are positive against 100% of Readgio's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HiReader ships an update every 9 days, Readgio fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
HiReader versus Readgio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHiReaderReadgio
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (10 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings10 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.5 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer云根 付Anna Sadnova

Customer experience

HiReader

All ratings10 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive87.5%
Neutral4.2%
Negative8.3%

Readgio

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

HiReader

Subscriptions2
  • HiReader Pro$1.991 Month
  • HiReader Pro$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • HiReader Pro$19.99
3 purchases

Readgio

Subscriptions2
  • Pro: monthly14 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Pro: annual14 Days trial$13.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro: lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is HiReader free?
HiReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Readgio free?
Readgio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, HiReader or Readgio?
Readgio is rated higher. HiReader averages 4.4 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Readgio averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do HiReader or Readgio have ads?
Neither HiReader nor Readgio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HiReader or Readgio?
HiReader ships an update every 9 days, and Readgio fortnightly. Most recently, HiReader was updated on November 4, 2026 and Readgio on October 31, 2026.

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