# RillStory vs TaleReader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TaleReader at 56% against RillStory's 32%. RillStory's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and rating (4.5 vs 4.3). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RillStory sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 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.

RillStory holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 414 and 726 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 32% of RillStory's written reviews are positive against 56% of TaleReader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | RillStory | TaleReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (414 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rillstory/id6745937356/reviews)** | [4.3 (726 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talereader/id6749569604/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 414 | **726** |
| Positive reviews | 32.2% of reviews | **56.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 95 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

### RillStory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rillstory/id6745937356)

Immerse yourself in addictive romance stories featuring dark desires, forbidden love, and thrilling plot twists. Discover exclusive tales with daily new chapters and customize your reading experience. Connect with a community of passionate readers.

**Highlights:** Daily new chapters, Exclusive original stories, Customizable reading experience, Smart recommendations, Reader community features

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/Week | $24.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/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 |


### 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 RillStory free?

RillStory 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, RillStory or TaleReader?

RillStory is rated higher. RillStory averages 4.5 out of 5 from 414 ratings, while TaleReader averages 4.3 from 726 ratings.

### Do RillStory or TaleReader have ads?

Neither RillStory nor TaleReader shows ads.

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

RillStory ships an update every 3 weeks, and TaleReader every 2 months. Most recently, RillStory 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.*