Comparison

EbookLib vs ePub Reader

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

Head to head
About

EbookLib

Read full description

EbookLib lets the user to add and store in his iCloud public OPDS catalogs for browsing and finding publicly available eBooks. The Catalog list is shared (through user's iCloud) across user's iOS devices (iPhone, iPad) so catalog list will not be lost. The eBooks found in catalogs are available for download (FB2, ePub) and could be read with user's reader of choice or application built-in reader. Application also features Library to store, browse and read EPUB and PDF books using built-in reader, and FB2 books using FB2 reader of choice. Library has tabs for faster access and search of user's downloaded books, and also books that were opened for reading (with their progress preserved) Books in the reading tab could be marked as finished and/or removed from reading tab. They will not be removed from the Library without explicit remove request in one of the Library book list tabs (All Books, Recent, Series tabs)

About

ePub Reader

An intuitive e-book reader supporting EPUB, PDF, TXT, RTF, and DOCX. Customize fonts, text size, and themes. The Pro version offers night mode, unlimited books, and easier importing.

Highlights
  • Supports EPUB, PDF, TXT, RTF, DOCX
  • Customizable font, size, and themes
  • Night mode (Pro version)
  • Unlimited book additions (Pro version)
  • Wi-Fi, iTunes, and app importing (Pro version)
  • Recently opened books access
Read full description

Our application is an intuitive e-book reader designed to make managing your digital library and reading experience effortless. It supports popular formats such as EPUB, PDF, TXT, RTF, and DOCX, allowing you to add up to five books in the free version. The app offers personalized reading options including the choice of font, text size, and color themes, with several font styles and color schemes to suit your preferences. You can also easily access up to five recently opened books, making it convenient to switch between titles. For users seeking enhanced features, the Pro version of our application unlocks a night mode for comfortable reading in low light, advanced font size customization, and support for additional file formats. The Pro upgrade also removes the limit on the number of books you can add, allowing unlimited additions to your library. It offers extended personalization options for reading, along with unlimited access to your recently opened books. Moreover, the Pro version simplifies book importing through multiple methods including Wi-Fi transfer, browsing, iTunes, and other apps, providing a seamless experience for building your collection. Whether you are a casual reader or a dedicated book lover, our application adapts to your needs with its smart and flexible features. This application contains auto-renewable subscriptions and In-App Purchases. 1 week; Weekly $4.99, 1 month; Monthly - $12.99, 1 year; Yearly - $39.99, Lifetime - $59.99 You can cancel your subscription at any time. Terms of Use Link: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy Link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KYfmS_3vwqqO-UvViYygPokPcRhqoyPqvzy10cr19vs/edit?tab=t.0

Screenshots

EbookLib4 screens
ePub Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ePub Reader at Free against EbookLib's $4.99. ePub Reader also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). EbookLib's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On update cadence, ads and device support 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

ePub Reader is free to download; EbookLib costs $4.99 up front. ePub Reader sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. EbookLib asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

EbookLib ships an update monthly, ePub Reader every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
EbookLib versus ePub Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEbookLibePub Reader
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEugene RoitbergJames Reed

In-app purchases

None

EbookLib

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

ePub Reader

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Weekly-Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly$12.991 Month
Show 1 more
  • Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is EbookLib free?
EbookLib costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ePub Reader free?
ePub Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do EbookLib or ePub Reader have ads?
Neither EbookLib nor ePub Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, EbookLib or ePub Reader?
EbookLib ships an update monthly, and ePub Reader every 3 weeks. Most recently, EbookLib was updated on September 9, 2026 and ePub Reader on September 13, 2026.

Other comparisons