Comparison

LumyStories vs ReadGlow

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

Head to head
About

LumyStories

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Transform bedtime into a magical moment with LumyStories, the AI-powered story app where your child becomes the hero of their own adventures. Each story is created in less than a minute using advanced artificial intelligence, delivering unique, age-appropriate tales with high-definition illustrations. No story is ever the same, each one is created especially for your child. A personalized avatar that truly looks like your child Upload a photo, choose eye color, hair color and hairstyle, and LumyStories creates an avatar that really looks like your child. Each illustration faithfully represents their appearance, making the experience personal and immersive. Your child will recognize themselves in every scene, boosting confidence, imagination and love for reading. Worlds for every taste Choose from ten types of stories: classic fairy tales, adventures, mysteries, fantasy, science fiction, action, gentle thrills and educational themes such as Science and History. Select a hero such as a princess, knight, pirate, astronaut, magician, fairy or explorer, and add, if you wish, a moral theme such as kindness, courage, friendship, sharing or perseverance. Each story encourages empathy, curiosity and creativity in a positive and safe environment. Two reading modes Audio mode: a warm and natural voice tells the story, perfect for a calm bedtime. Reading mode: your child reads aloud while LumyStories listens, detects hesitations or pronunciation mistakes, and provides gentle feedback at the end of each chapter. A detailed report highlights progress and builds reading confidence. Invite friends into the story With the My Friends feature, your child can invite friends, siblings or cousins to join the adventure. Each one becomes a character in the story, talking, helping and exploring together. Immersive and peaceful settings Choose an animated background such as a beach, forest, river, meadow or fireplace to create a magical and soothing atmosphere. An intuitive multilingual library All stories are automatically saved and sorted by theme and hero. LumyStories is available in multiple languages, ad free and designed for a calm, safe reading environment. More than a reading app LumyStories sparks imagination, builds self-confidence and strengthens family bonds. Each night becomes a unique adventure full of emotion and discovery. Download LumyStories and make bedtime truly magical, personal and unforgettable.

About

ReadGlow

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ReadGlow creates enchanting short stories with beautiful illustrations, helping toddlers and early readers fall in love with reading. MAGICAL STORIES, MADE FOR YOUR CHILD Each story is uniquely generated with AI, featuring themes your child loves — friendly animals, faraway kingdoms, space adventures, and more. Every story is short, sweet, and perfect for bedtime or anytime reading. BEAUTIFUL ILLUSTRATIONS Choose from six gorgeous art styles: watercolor, colored pencil, digital cartoon, oil painting, collage, and claymation. Each page comes alive with colorful illustrations that capture your little one's imagination. TWO FONT STYLES FOR EVERY READER Switch between a warm handwritten font and clear uppercase print to match your child's reading level. Perfect for kids learning their first letters all the way to confident early readers. PERSONALIZED ADVENTURES Describe your child's favorite character in detail, or tap "Surprise me!" and let ReadGlow create something unexpected and magical. EXPORT & SHARE Save any story as a beautifully formatted PDF or video. Print it, share it with grandparents, or enjoy it offline — your stories go wherever you go. YOUR STORY LIBRARY Every story is saved in your personal library with its own illustrated cover. Build a growing collection of bedtime favorites your child will want to read again and again.

Screenshots

LumyStories4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: LumyStories at 3 against ReadGlow's —. LumyStories also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price 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. LumyStories sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and ReadGlow sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
LumyStories versus ReadGlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLumyStoriesReadGlow
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size452 MB88 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developervladimir mezerayAlberto Gimeno

In-app purchases

3 purchases

LumyStories

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Bronze subscription1 Month trial$3.991 Month
  • Monthly Silver subscription1 Month trial$6.991 Month
  • Monthly Gold subscription1 Month trial$8.991 Month
3 purchases

ReadGlow

One-time3
  • 25 Credits$4.99
  • 100 Credits$13.99
  • 500 Credits$49.99

Questions

Is LumyStories free?
LumyStories is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ReadGlow free?
ReadGlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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