Comparison

MMReader vs xiComic

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

Head to head
About

MMReader

This app is a powerful local reader for comics and ebooks, supporting numerous formats without conversion. It offers a clean, ad-free interface for easy organization and an immersive reading experience with multiple modes and progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Supports MOBI, EPUB, PDF, ZIP, CBZ, RAR, CBR
  • Fast local import, no internet needed
  • Organized collection management
  • Multiple reading modes
  • Ad-free minimalist interface
  • iPhone and iPad support
Features
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Read your own comics with MMReader. Import CBZ, CBR, ZIP, RAR and PDF files, or comic images from EPUB, MOBI and AZW3. Download from supported cloud drives or your NAS, then read offline. AI enhancement, colorization, translation and panel reading help you enjoy your collection on iPhone and iPad. 【Powerful AI Features】AI‑powered image enhancement to eliminate blurry comics, AI coloring to instantly get colored comics, AI translation for barrier‑free access to global comics, and AI panel segmentation for an optimal mobile comic‑reading experience. 【Full Format Support】Compatible with multiple formats including MOBI, EPUB, PDF, ZIP, CBZ, RAR, CBR, JPG and PNG. No transcoding required; enjoy instant import and immediate reading. 【Cloud Disk/NAS Import】Supports imports via Baidu Netdisk, 123 Cloud Disk, NAS, Wi‑Fi transfer and more. 【Customized Reading Experience】Custom vertical‑scroll webcomic reading mode; auto‑page‑turning, auto‑edge cropping and other features deliver immersive enjoyment. Multiple reading modes and reading progress tracking are available to keep you immersed and deliver a smooth reading experience. Key Features: • Comprehensive Format Support: Compatible with common comic and e‑book formats such as MOBI, EPUB, PDF, ZIP, CBZ, RAR and CBR • Diverse Import Methods: Local import, Wi‑Fi transfer, Baidu Netdisk import • Immersive Reading Experience: Various page‑turning methods and full‑screen mode for more comfortable reading • Collection & Bookshelf Management: Clear categorization for easy compilation of comic sets • Clean & Ad‑Free: Distraction‑free interface focusing purely on reading • Supports iPhone and iPad with consistent cross‑device experience Whether you are a die‑hard comic fan or a casual reader who browses on the go, this is your ideal destination for comics. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

xiComic

This app provides a fast and private reading experience for your existing comic and manga files. It supports various import methods and reading modes, including left-to-right, right-to-left, and vertical scrolling. Organize your library effortlessly with collections and automatic grouping.

Highlights
  • Import CBZ, CBR, ZIP, RAR files
  • Supports JPG, PNG, WEBP, HEIC, GIF
  • Comic, Manga, and Vertical Scroll modes
  • Organize library with collections
  • Automatic series grouping
  • Privacy-focused, no account needed
  • Offline reading
Features
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Own the comics — own the experience. xiComic is a blazing-fast, privacy-first reader for the comic and manga files you already have. No storefront, no ads, no account needed — just smooth reading on iPhone, iPad, Mac and even Apple Vision! Also next iPhone ;) — Effortless importing • Open CBZ, CBR, ZIP or RAR from Files, AirDrop, Share Sheet or drag-and-drop • Batch-import entire folders in one tap — RAR5 included! • Also reads loose image folders: JPG, PNG, WEBP, HEIC, GIF — Reading perfected • Comic Mode — left-to-right for Western comics and graphic novels • Manga Mode — right-to-left for authentic manga reading • Vertical Scroll — top-to-bottom for webtoons and long-strip comics • Pinch-to-zoom on any page. Wanna stay focused? Tap to hide all controls! — Organize your way • Create collections and sort your library however you like • Want automatic series grouping? Just tap Magic Organizer! • Grid view with beautiful edge-to-edge covers and blazing-fast search — Privacy & legality first • Your files never leave your device unless you choose to — safely! • Anonymous analytics help improve the app — nothing is ever linked to you • No ads, no account, no interruptions — ever — Accessible & multilingual • Designed with accessibility in mind, with VoiceOver labels for navigation and reading • Fully translated in English, German, Spanish, French, and Italian — more coming soon! — Perfect for • Reading comics, manga, and graphic novels offline on iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Vision Pro • Organizing large digital comic collections • Reading webtoons with vertical scrolling • Enjoying your library without ads, subscriptions, or any interruptions — Frequently asked questions Is xiComic really free? Yes — no in-app purchases, no subscriptions, and no advertisements. All features are currently included at no cost. Does it work without internet? Completely. Your comic library lives on your device. No internet connection needed. What formats can I open? CBZ, CBR, ZIP, RAR (including RAR5), plus folders of JPG, PNG, WEBP, HEIC, and GIF images. Can I read manga right-to-left? Yes! Switch between Comic Mode, Manga Mode, and Vertical Scroll anytime. Is my data safe? xiComic collects zero personal data. No ads, no account required. Your files never leave your device. You own the comics, xiComic helps you enjoy them ;)

Screenshots

MMReader4 screens
xiComic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MMReader at 94% against xiComic's 0%. MMReader also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.5) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). xiComic's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MMReader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. xiComic asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MMReader holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MMReader has 27 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of MMReader's written reviews are positive against 0% of xiComic's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MMReader ships an update every 2 weeks, xiComic every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
MMReader versus xiComic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMMReaderxiComic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (27 ratings) — better3.5 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews93.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings27 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size168 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer奕兴 宋Alireza Rezagholian

Customer experience

MMReader

All ratings27 ratings
Positive85.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.8%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive93.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.1%

xiComic

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

MMReader

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$9.991 Year
One-time2
  • 10-Day Trial$1.99
  • Lifetime Membership$19.99
None

xiComic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MMReader free?
MMReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is xiComic free?
xiComic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MMReader or xiComic?
MMReader is rated higher. MMReader averages 4.3 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while xiComic averages 3.5 from 4 ratings.
Do MMReader or xiComic have ads?
Neither MMReader nor xiComic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MMReader or xiComic?
MMReader ships an update every 2 weeks, and xiComic every 2 months. Most recently, MMReader was updated on November 7, 2026 and xiComic on October 30, 2026.

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