Comic Reader vs riceflow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Comic Reader
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.
- 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)
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NoxWing — The Ultimate Offline Manga Reading Tool for Enthusiasts ► With NoxWing, you can effortlessly enjoy: Full Format Support: Directly read ZIP/PDF/CBZ/CBR/EPUB/MOBI and more Support JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, HEIC, no conversion needed Smart Reading Optimization: Auto-splitting pages, dual-page mode, and vertical scrolling for long images Customizable Settings: Personalize background color, brightness, and page-turning effects Efficient File Management: Quick import via Files/iTunes with smart categorization ► Key Features: AI Enhancement: Intelligently optimizes display quality Flexible Controls: Dual-page browsing, volume-key page turning Privacy Protection: Face ID lock for sensitive content Multiple View Modes: Grid, list, and folder display options ► Data Security: All files are stored locally only ►Subscription Terms: Upon selecting a subscription plan, your iTunes account will be charged after the free trial ends or upon purchase confirmation. If auto-renewal is not turned off at least 24 hours before the current billing cycle ends, the subscription will automatically renew. You can manage your subscription and disable auto-renewal in your iTunes account settings. ►User Agreement: https://golden-chocolate-1cb.notion.site/Term-of-use-20749fc1f0ee80aea3b4efb37bc4618e
riceflow
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A minimalist item and wish management tool: record lifespan and maintenance plans, track wish lists, and apply knowledge templates to items with just one click. Simple and easy-to-use, helping you better manage daily items.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: riceflow at none against Comic Reader's 3. Comic Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Comic Reader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year. riceflow asks for nothing beyond the download.
Comic Reader ships an update fortnightly, riceflow weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Comic Reader | riceflow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 96 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | LexyTech Ltd. | Thanh Hoang Van |
In-app purchases
Comic Reader
- Annual subscription$5.991 Year
- PRO$9.99
- Pro Version$17.99
riceflow
No in-app purchases
