Comparison

Reddy vs Lurker Reader

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

Head to head
About

Reddy

Features
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Meet Reddy—the smoothest way to browse Reddit. Vertical, full-screen feed Images, GIFs & videos Instant discovery Jump between popular subreddits or type your own Clean & private No accounts, cookies or trackers—preferences stay on your device NSFW & keyword filters for a family-friendly feed Swipe in, zone out—Reddy turns Reddit into a snackable, social video experience. Download now and scroll happy!

About

Lurker Reader

A fast and clean Reddit client designed with a distraction-free interface. Browse your home feed, explore communities, and manage your inbox efficiently. Built with privacy as a priority, it offers a clutter-free experience without ads or tracking.

Highlights
  • Distraction-free home feed
  • Organized community list
  • Rich subreddit post previews
  • Streamlined inbox view
  • Privacy-focused design
  • No ads or tracking
Features
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Lurker is a clean, fast Reddit client built natively with SwiftUI. Browse your home feed, explore any subreddit, manage your communities, and stay on top of your inbox, all without the clutter. • Home Feed: Scroll through posts from your subscribed communities with a clean, distraction-free interface • Communities: Access all your subreddits in one organized list, with quick search to jump to any sub • Subreddit Browsing: Dive into any subreddit and browse posts with rich previews including images, links, and YouTube videos • Inbox: Keep up with replies, mentions, and messages in a streamlined conversation view Built with privacy in mind. No ads, no tracking, just Reddit.

Screenshots

Reddy3 screens
Lurker Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Reddy at none against Lurker Reader's 2. Reddy also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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

Both are free to download. Lurker Reader sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Reddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Reddy ships an update every 3 days, Lurker Reader weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Reddy versus Lurker Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReddyLurker Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—7 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB8 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMUAZZEZ EVIN BILGICZabir Raihan

In-app purchases

None

Reddy

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Lurker Reader

One-time2
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Generous Tip$4.99

Questions

Is Reddy free?
Reddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lurker Reader free?
Lurker Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Reddy or Lurker Reader have ads?
Neither Reddy nor Lurker Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Reddy or Lurker Reader?
Reddy ships an update every 3 days, and Lurker Reader weekly. Most recently, Reddy was updated on October 18, 2026 and Lurker Reader on October 31, 2026.

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