Bookov vs ReadGem
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Bookov
This app allows you to import and read your own EPUB, FB2, and PDF books with customizable typography and themes. It also offers AI-powered summaries, quote saving, and a distraction-free reading experience, prioritizing user privacy and data ownership.
- Import EPUB, FB2, PDF files
- Customizable reading experience
- AI-powered book summaries
- Save quotes and notes
- Organize books into custom shelves
- Privacy-focused, local data storage
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Bookov is reading app designed for book lovers who want to own their personal collection, not rent it. Import your EPUB, FB2, and PDF books to read with beautiful typography, or discover new titles to add to your wishlist. Or add them manually. YOUR LIBRARY, YOUR WAY ⢠Add any book to your library without purchasing or uploading ⢠Create custom bookshelves organized by author, genre, or your own categories ⢠Import your existing book files in EPUB, FB2, and PDF formats ⢠Generate AI summaries for any book ⢠All your data belongs to you - stored locally on your device BEAUTIFUL READING EXPERIENCE ⢠Choose from 8 carefully selected fonts: PT Serif, Inter, Spectral, IBM Plex Sans, and more ⢠Customize margins, line spacing, and text size for perfect readability & aesthetics ⢠4 color themes: White, Sepia, Gray, and Dark mode ⢠Smart pagination that perfectly fills every page AI-POWERED SUMMARIES ⢠Generate AI summaries of any book in your library ⢠Choose your style: quick overview, deep analysis, or key ideas ⢠Customize language and format to match your preferences SAVE QUOTES & NOTES ⢠Highlight and save quotes as you read ⢠Add your thoughts to quotes ⢠Access all your saved quotes in one place DESIGNED FOR READERS ⢠Lightning-fast performance on books of any size ⢠Resumes exactly where you left off ⢠Seamless page turning with natural gestures ⢠Clean, distraction-free interface that gets out of your way PRIVACY & OWNERSHIP ⢠No tracking, no ads ⢠Your books and data stay on your device ⢠We believe in "file over app" philosophy ⢠You own your library, not us BUILT FOR iOS Native iOS app crafted specifically for iPhone. No web wrappers, no compromises - just a premium reading experience that feels right at home on your device. --- Perfect for readers who want: - Complete control over their book collection - Professional typography and reading experience - Privacy and data ownership - Support for multiple book formats - Beautiful, customizable interface Download Bookov and start building the personal library you've always wanted. BOOKOV PRO Bookov Pro is an optional auto-renewing subscription. It unlocks your full reading history and statistics, the premium app icons, and 30 AI credits every month. ⢠Bookov Pro Monthly ā US$6.99 per month ⢠Bookov Pro Annual ā US$49.99 per year Prices may vary by region. Every plan starts with a 7-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple Account when the trial ends, and the subscription renews automatically unless it is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings ā Apple Account ā Subscriptions. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://web.bookov.app/privacy-policy
ReadGem
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Read books. Learn languages. Read the original. Compare translations. Understand more with AI. ReadGem turns reading into a natural way to learn languages. Explore the original text alongside its translation, compare how the same sentence is expressed across languages, and discover meaning through real books and real context. When a sentence is difficult, ask AI for an explanation. When a translation feels awkward, use AI to suggest a better one. Go beyond simply reading a translation ā read, compare, understand, and learn. Read the original and translation together Explore the original text alongside its translation and see how meaning moves from one language to another. Instead of studying isolated words and grammar, experience language through real sentences, expressions, and context from books. Reading becomes learning naturally. Compare translations across languages See how the same sentence is expressed in different languages. Compare translations sentence by sentence and discover differences in wording, expression, and nuance. Whether you're learning English or exploring another language, ReadGem helps you see beyond a single translation. Understand more with AI Some sentences need more than a translation. Ask AI to explain difficult sentences, expressions, context, and nuance. Explore why a sentence means what it does and gain a deeper understanding of both the original text and the language you're learning. Use AI not just to get an answer, but to understand what you're reading. Improve translations with AI Found a translation that sounds awkward or doesn't fully capture the original? Ask AI to suggest a better translation. Compare the suggestion with the original and decide whether it expresses the meaning more naturally and accurately. Exploring better translations can itself become part of learning a language. Read and listen Listen to sentences while you read. Hear pronunciation and rhythm while following the text, and use books to practice listening and pronunciation as well as reading. Everything you need for EPUB reading ReadGem also includes essential EPUB reading features: Table of contents and chapter navigation Highlights and bookmarks Automatic reading position saving Font and reading appearance settings Offline reading for downloaded books ReadGem is for you if you want to: Learn English by reading original books Learn languages naturally through reading Read original text alongside translations Compare expressions across different languages Understand difficult sentences with AI Explore better translations with AI Read. Compare. Understand. Improve. A book is more than something to read. It can also be a rich source of real language and context. With ReadGem, read the original, compare translations, understand with AI, and discover better ways to express every sentence.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ReadGem at none against Bookov's 7. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Bookov sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. ReadGem asks for nothing beyond the download.
Bookov ships an update every 5 days, ReadGem every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 8, 2026.
| Parameter | Bookov | ReadGem |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | ā |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 4 days ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No ā better |
| Monetization | Free | ā |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 ā better | 17.6 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 105 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kirill Oleinichenko | NEXTAOI, Inc |
In-app purchases
Bookov
- 10 AI Credits$0.99
- 50 AI Credits$2.99
- Supporter$4.99
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- 250 AI Credits$9.99
- Believer$19.99
- 1000 AI Credits$29.99
- Evangelist$49.99
ReadGem
No in-app purchases









