Comparison

MMReader vs ShelfStream

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 allows you to read your own comics and manga by importing various file formats from local storage or cloud services. It offers AI-powered enhancements like colorization and translation for an improved reading experience on mobile devices.

Highlights
  • AI image enhancement and colorization
  • AI translation for global comics
  • Supports CBZ, CBR, PDF, EPUB, MOBI, and more
  • Cloud and NAS import options
  • Customizable reading modes
  • Ad-free reading experience
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

ShelfStream

This app is a powerful comic and manga viewer that supports a wide range of file formats and cloud storage services. It offers a premium reading experience with intelligent prefetching and multiple viewing modes, along with easy library management.

Highlights
  • Cloud storage integration (iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box)
  • NAS and server connection (SMB, WebDAV, FTP/SFTP)
  • Zero load time prefetching
  • Multiple reading modes (single, spread, vertical scroll)
  • Support for ZIP, CBZ, RAR, CBR, PDF, 7z
  • Library organization and bookmarks
Features
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【The Ultimate Comic & Manga Viewer】 ShelfStream is the next-generation viewer designed for comic enthusiasts who want the best reading experience for their scanned ebook and comic collection. ■ iPhone Duo Support • Open your iPhone Duo and keep reading the same page—the fold becomes the book's spine and you read in a two-page spread • Scanned two-page spreads open as one image, centered on the fold • Half-open in portrait: read on the top half, browse and turn pages on the bottom half • Right-to-left and left-to-right books are laid out just like printed books ■ Cloud Storage Support (Premium) • Works with iCloud Drive, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Box • Read your files where they are, without copying them to your device ■ NAS & Server Connection (Premium) • SMB, WebDAV, FTP/SFTP protocols supported • Open books on your home server without copying them • Handle massive libraries effortlessly ■ Comfortable Reading Experience • ZIP/CBZ files prefetch page by page, so you can start reading without waiting for the whole file (RAR/CBR/7z/PDF are retrieved in full before display) • 7 reading styles (single page, two-page spread, vertical scroll (Webtoon), and more) • Right-to-left and left-to-right reading support • New Page Curl mode: pages curl like paper as you turn them (not available for vertical reading or scrolling) • Save display settings per book and series ("Apply to Series" for batch setup) • Set the fit method separately for portrait/landscape, plus a landscape layout option ■ Extensive Format Support • ZIP, CBZ, RAR, CBR, PDF, 7z compatible • Image files (JPEG, PNG, WebP) ■ Easy Library Management • Organize by series • Bookmarks and reading history (reading position is stored on this device) • Intuitive library controls • Works on iPhone, iPad, and iPhone Duo ■ Pricing • Free: local file reading, all 7 reading styles, series management, bookmarks • ShelfStream Premium: cloud and NAS connections with streaming  Monthly plan (1 month, auto-renewing) US$0.49 / Yearly plan (1 year, auto-renewing) US$5.99  Both include a 7-day free trial • No ads, including on the free plan Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. The ultimate viewer for digital comic collectors. Start free today. --- Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://shelfstream.remosia.biz/privacy/

Screenshots

MMReader4 screens
ShelfStream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ShelfStream at 5.0 against MMReader's 4.3. MMReader's advantage is ratings volume (27 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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 and ShelfStream sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ShelfStream holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MMReader has 27 ratings behind it against 2, 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 100% of ShelfStream's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MMReader ships an update every 2 weeks, ShelfStream weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 14, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MMReader versus ShelfStream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMMReaderShelfStream
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (27 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews93.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings27 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size168 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer奕兴 宋株式会社リモシア

Customer experience

MMReader

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

ShelfStream

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
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
2 purchases

ShelfStream

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan7 Days trial$0.491 Month
  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial$5.991 Year

Questions

Is MMReader free?
MMReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShelfStream free?
ShelfStream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MMReader or ShelfStream?
ShelfStream is rated higher. MMReader averages 4.3 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while ShelfStream averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do MMReader or ShelfStream have ads?
Neither MMReader nor ShelfStream shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MMReader or ShelfStream?
MMReader ships an update every 2 weeks, and ShelfStream weekly. Most recently, MMReader was updated on November 14, 2026 and ShelfStream on November 13, 2026.

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