# StoryStack vs Reading Timer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Reading Timer at 88% against StoryStack's 43%. Reading Timer also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.1) and monetization model (ad-supported vs freemium). StoryStack's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StoryStack sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Reading Timer sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Reading Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 54 and 13 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 43% of StoryStack's written reviews are positive against 88% of Reading Timer's.

StoryStack ships an update every 4 days, Reading Timer every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StoryStack | Reading Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (54 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storystack-tbr-book-tracker/id6745990061/reviews) | **[4.8 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-timer-time-and-pages/id6751752917/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **54** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | **87.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 101 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Astralab Studios, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1732231934) | [Seulki Eom](https://appshunter.io/developer/1718927408) |

## What reviewers say

### StoryStack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/storystack-tbr-book-tracker/id6745990061)

Organize your reading list, track progress, and discover new books with smart recommendations. Features include a digital bookshelf, reading timer, and shareable review cards. Perfect for avid readers and BookTok enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Smart book organization, AI book recommendations, Reading progress tracking, Shareable review cards, Advanced reading analytics, Offline functionality

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium Access | $79.99 | one-time |


### Reading Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-timer-time-and-pages/id6751752917)

Track your reading time and pages with a quick timer. Organize your personal library, view detailed reading statistics, and stay motivated with a visual reading heatmap.

**Highlights:** Quick reading timer, Page tracking, Personal library management, Reading statistics and reports, Reading heatmap for streaks, Track reading pace

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Reading Timer Pro | $1.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StoryStack free?

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

### Is Reading Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StoryStack or Reading Timer?

Reading Timer is rated higher. StoryStack averages 4.1 out of 5 from 54 ratings, while Reading Timer averages 4.8 from 13 ratings.

### Do StoryStack or Reading Timer have ads?

Reading Timer shows ads; StoryStack does not.

### Which is updated more often, StoryStack or Reading Timer?

StoryStack ships an update every 4 days, and Reading Timer every 2 weeks. Most recently, StoryStack was updated on September 19, 2026 and Reading Timer on September 20, 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.*