# PiRead vs AudioToon

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AudioToon at 100% against PiRead's 61%. AudioToon also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). PiRead's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PiRead sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per 7 days and AudioToon sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

PiRead ships an update every 2 months, AudioToon every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PiRead | AudioToon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (258 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/piread/id6751937545/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **258** | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 77 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [HONG KONG LITERARY EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1837614049) | [Mangatoon HK Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1385287092) |

## What reviewers say

### PiRead

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/piread/id6751937545)

Discover a vast library of novels across numerous genres, including romance, fantasy, and suspense. Enjoy customizable reading settings, daily updates, and exclusive original stories. Earn rewards to unlock premium content and immerse yourself in unforgettable tales.

**Highlights:** Vast novel collection, Customizable reading settings, Daily story updates, Rewards and bonus events, Original stories, Exclusive content

**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/6 Months | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| Unlimited Reading/Year | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great place to find interesting novels
- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Súper good to read
- 👍 Tiene buenas historias
- 👍 Love it the novels are great to read

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Has good books but the revenue to get points are too much, too manny ads
- 💸 I don't like the ads but good stories
- 💸 Other than the prices I would recommend

**Reported bugs**

- Quick reads, most interesting - just overpriced so not worth subscribing

**Requested features**

- Longer chapters


### AudioToon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiotoon/id6781567351)

Experience stories through cinematic short dramas and a vast library of audiobooks. Enjoy a smooth, immersive audio experience with customizable playback and offline listening. Read the original novels alongside the audio for a richer, dual-mode storytelling adventure.

**Highlights:** Cinematic short dramas, Vast audiobook library, Customizable audio playback, Offline listening, Dual read/listen mode, High-fidelity sound

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Akses tak terbatas selama 1 minggu | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| وصول غير محدود لمدة أسبوع واحد | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Acceso ilimitado durante 1 semana | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Acesso ilimitado por 1 semana | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Access for 1 week | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| وصول غير محدود لمدة عام واحد | $39.99 | per year |
| 100 Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| 200 Diamonds | $1.99 | one-time |
| 600 Diamonds | $5.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Diamonds | $19.99 | one-time |
| 6000 Diamonds | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PiRead free?

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

### Is AudioToon free?

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

### Do PiRead or AudioToon have ads?

AudioToon shows ads; PiRead does not.

### Which is updated more often, PiRead or AudioToon?

PiRead ships an update every 2 months, and AudioToon every 10 days. Most recently, PiRead was updated on October 20, 2026 and AudioToon on October 20, 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.*