Comparison

Comixor vs ShelfStream

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

Head to head
About

Comixor

A fast and modern reader for comics, manga, and webtoons. Import your files, organize your library with tags and filters, and enjoy a smooth, distraction-free reading experience with customizable tools.

Highlights
  • Support for CBZ, CBR, PDF, and EPUB formats
  • Organize with collections and custom tags
  • Multiple reading modes (scroll, page, webtoon)
  • Image auto-enhancements
  • Page annotations (Pro feature)
  • Smart image upscaling (Pro feature)
Features
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Comixor is a fast, modern comic, manga, and webtoon reader designed for a smooth, distraction-free experience. Import your own files, organize even large libraries with tags and advanced filters, enhance images, annotate pages, and read with complete control. Comixor supports CBZ, CBR, PDF, Comic EPUB, CB7, and image-based formats—ideal for manga, webtoons, western comics, indie releases, and scanned archives. --- KEY FEATURES --- IMPORT & ORGANIZATION • Support for CBZ, CBR, PDF, Comic EPUB, CB7, and image folders • Batch import, drag-and-drop, and folder-to-comic packaging • Organize with collections, custom tags, and favorites • Browse and filter using multiple tags for precise library search • Combined filters with author and series for faceted browsing IMMERSIVE READING • Modes: Single Page, Double Page, Vertical Scroll, and Webtoon • Left-to-right and right-to-left navigation support • Customizable tap zones, swipe gestures, zoom, and pan • Auto-enhancements: Contrast, tint correction, and margin cropping ADVANCED TOOLS (PRO) • Page annotations using Apple Pencil or touch • Capture and crop panels with optional watermarks • Smart image upscaling and AI text enhancement • Detailed reading statistics, streaks, and time tracking • Unlimited collections and multi-tag filtering MANAGEMENT & PRIVACY • Cache and storage management tools to save space • Parental controls via passcode or biometrics (FaceID/TouchID) • Clean, ad-free reading experience for everyone Start reading for free today. Upgrade to Comixor Pro to unlock advanced filtering, annotations, and powerful image tools. Terms of Use: https://comixor.app/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://comixor.app/privacy/

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. ■ 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 • 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 ■ 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

Comixor4 screens
ShelfStream4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ShelfStream at 100% against Comixor's 0%. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Comixor sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Comixor ships an update every 9 days, ShelfStream weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Comixor versus ShelfStream: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterComixorShelfStream
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS1717.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB19 MB
Age rating+94+
DeveloperRatan Lal Prasad株式会社リモシア

Customer experience

Comixor

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

ShelfStream

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Comixor

Subscriptions2
  • Comixor Pro Monthly7 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Comixor Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Comixor Pro v1$17.99
2 purchases

ShelfStream

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

Questions

Is Comixor free?
Comixor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShelfStream free?
ShelfStream is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Comixor or ShelfStream have ads?
Neither Comixor nor ShelfStream shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Comixor or ShelfStream?
Comixor ships an update every 9 days, and ShelfStream weekly. Most recently, Comixor was updated on September 9, 2026 and ShelfStream on September 15, 2026.

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