# Comic Reader vs KRed Reader

The clearest difference is rating: KRed Reader at 4.9 against Comic Reader's 4.4. KRed Reader also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (59 vs 5). Comic Reader's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Comic Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. KRed Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

KRed Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KRed Reader has 59 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Comic Reader's written reviews are positive against 92% of KRed Reader's.

Comic Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, KRed Reader monthly. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Comic Reader | KRed Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comic-reader-noxwing/id6746104345/reviews) | **[4.9 (59 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kred-reader-epub-chm-txt-pdf/id6746400449/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **59** |
| Positive reviews | 84.0% of reviews | **91.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 32 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [LexyTech Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1643712954) | [Kingjet Network Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816660382) |

## What reviewers say

### Comic Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comic-reader-noxwing/id6746104345)

This app allows you to read various comic and manga formats offline. It offers smart optimization, customizable settings, and efficient file management for a personalized reading experience. Securely store your files locally with optional privacy features.

**Highlights:** Supports ZIP, PDF, CBZ, CBR, EPUB, MOBI, JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, HEIC, Smart reading optimization (auto-splitting, dual-page, vertical scrolling), Customizable background, brightness, and page-turning effects, Efficient file import and categorization, AI enhancement for display quality, Face ID lock for privacy, Multiple view modes (grid, list, folder)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual subscription | $5.99 | per year |
| PRO | $12.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version | $17.99 | one-time |


### KRed Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kred-reader-epub-chm-txt-pdf/id6746400449)

This app offers a minimalist reading experience for various e-book formats, including EPUB, PDF, and comics. It features customizable layouts, a smart bookshelf, and text-to-speech functionality for convenient reading on the go.

**Highlights:** Supports EPUB, PDF, MOBI, AZW3, TXT, CBZ, CBR, Distraction-free minimalist interface, Customizable fonts, text size, and night mode, Smart bookshelf with auto-categorization, Text-to-Speech (TTS) for TXT files, Multiple import options (WiFi, Web Download, Photo-to-Book)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Comic Reader free?

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

### Is KRed Reader free?

KRed Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Comic Reader or KRed Reader?

KRed Reader is rated higher. Comic Reader averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while KRed Reader averages 4.9 from 59 ratings.

### Do Comic Reader or KRed Reader have ads?

Neither Comic Reader nor KRed Reader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Comic Reader or KRed Reader?

Comic Reader ships an update every 2 weeks, and KRed Reader monthly. Most recently, Comic Reader was updated on November 12, 2026 and KRed Reader on November 12, 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.*