# Haread vs TaleReader

The clearest difference is rating: TaleReader at 4.3 against Haread's 3.8. TaleReader also leads on review sentiment (56% vs 37%) and ratings volume (726 vs 51). Haread's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Haread sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TaleReader has 726 ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of Haread's written reviews are positive against 56% of TaleReader's.

Haread ships an update fortnightly, TaleReader every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Haread | TaleReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/haread/id6738407062/reviews) | **[4.3 (726 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talereader/id6749569604/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 51 | **726** |
| Positive reviews | 37.1% of reviews | **56.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#176** |
| Size | 99 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [CANTREE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780736765) | [SUNWIN ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724187777) |

## What reviewers say

### Haread

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/haread/id6738407062)

Explore a vast collection of digital books featuring romance, werewolf tales, vampire lore, and mysteries. Enjoy daily new chapters, curated lists, and personalized reading experiences from global authors.

**Highlights:** Vast collection of romance and werewolf novels, Daily new chapters added, Curated reading lists and editor recommendations, Bespoke reading environment adjustments, Diverse global authors

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| $4.99 Membership/Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| $9.99 Membership/Week | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| $19.99 Membership/Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/Week | $24.99 | per 7 days |
| $29.99 Membership/Month | $29.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/2 Months | $49.99 | per 2 months |
| $49.99 Membership/3 Month | $49.99 | per 3 months |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/6 Months | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| $99.99 Membership/6 Month | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/Year | $199.99 | per year |
| Haread US$0.99 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Haread US$1.99 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Haread US$4.99 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Haread US$9.99 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Haread US$29.99 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Haread US$49.99 | $49.99 | one-time |


### TaleReader

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

**Currently charting:** #176 Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

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 Haread free?

Haread 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, Haread or TaleReader?

TaleReader is rated higher. Haread averages 3.8 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while TaleReader averages 4.3 from 726 ratings.

### Do Haread or TaleReader have ads?

Neither Haread nor TaleReader shows ads.

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

Haread ships an update fortnightly, and TaleReader every 2 months. Most recently, Haread was updated on October 5, 2026 and TaleReader on October 15, 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.*