# TaleReader vs LemoRead

TaleReader and LemoRead both sit at 4.3 stars, but that hides the real split: 56% of TaleReader's written reviews are positive against 39% of LemoRead's. TaleReader also leads on chart position (#189 vs unranked) and ratings volume (726 vs 117). LemoRead's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TaleReader sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per 7 days and LemoRead sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for TaleReader against 4.2 for LemoRead. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TaleReader has 726 ratings behind it against 117, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of TaleReader's written reviews are positive against 39% of LemoRead's.

TaleReader ships an update every 2 months, LemoRead monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TaleReader | LemoRead |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (726 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talereader/id6749569604/reviews)** | [4.2 (117 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lemoread/id6754311947/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **726** | 117 |
| Positive reviews | **56.4% of reviews** | 38.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#189** | — |
| Size | 70 MB | 112 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [SUNWIN ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724187777) | [Hong Kong Wenlan Technology Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1819869988) |

## What reviewers say

### TaleReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talereader/id6749569604)

**Currently charting:** #189 Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

Dive into a universe of supernatural and scandalous romance novels. Explore stories of werewolves, vampires, and billionaires with daily new chapters and exclusive content. Personalize your reading experience and connect with a community of fellow romance enthusiasts.

**Highlights:** Daily new chapters, Original exclusive stories, Customizable reading experience, Smart recommendations, Community features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| $14.99 Unlimited Reading/Week | $24.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Reading/2 Months | $49.99 | per 2 months |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/6 Months | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/Year | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good books
- 🤩 Interesting stories
- 🕰️ Short and simple plots

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Subscription issues
- 💸 Too many popups

**Reported bugs**

- Recurring charges after cancellation

**Requested features**

- Buy coins instead of subscription
- Less intrusive monetization


### LemoRead

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lemoread/id6754311947)

Immerse yourself in a world of passionate werewolf and vampire romances, featuring powerful heroes and irresistible soulmate bonds. Enjoy daily fresh chapters, personalized reading options, and a curated selection of compelling supernatural stories.

**Highlights:** Daily fresh chapters, Werewolf and vampire romance stories, Personalized reading experience, Curated editor-approved content, Adjustable fonts and night mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/Week | $24.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/2 Months | $49.99 | per 2 months |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/6 Months | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlimited Reading VIP/Year | $199.99 | per year |
| 500 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TaleReader free?

TaleReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LemoRead free?

LemoRead is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TaleReader or LemoRead?

TaleReader is rated higher. TaleReader averages 4.3 out of 5 from 726 ratings, while LemoRead averages 4.2 from 117 ratings.

### Do TaleReader or LemoRead have ads?

Neither TaleReader nor LemoRead shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TaleReader or LemoRead?

TaleReader ships an update every 2 months, and LemoRead monthly. Most recently, TaleReader was updated on September 23, 2026 and LemoRead on September 22, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*