Comparison

Manga Grove vs ComicShelf Reader

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

Head to head
About

Manga Grove

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Manga Grove is an app that helps you read local comic files on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. If you have comics downloaded to your device, it assists you in organizing and reading them more conveniently. 【Free Version Features】 * Bookshelf Management: Add unlimited books to easily organize your entire collection. * Image Format Support: Directly read common image formats including JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, and more * File Import: Import books from local storage, iCloud, NAS, or other cloud services (such as Dropbox, OneDrive) through the iOS Files app * WiFi Transfer: Transfer books from your computer to your device via wireless network * Book Tags: Add tags to each book for easy categorization * Reading Progress: Automatically saves your last reading position for convenient resume 【Premium Features】 * Batch Add Books: Select folders to import all books at once * Batch WiFi Transfer: Transfer multiple books to your device simultaneously * Clear Bookshelf: Quickly clear bookshelf content for easy reorganization We are committed to providing a simple and reliable tool to help you manage and read your comic collection more easily. 【Subscription Information】 * Premium version is subscription-based, offering monthly, quarterly, and annual subscription options * Subscriptions will be charged to your Apple ID account * Subscriptions automatically renew 24 hours before the end of the current period unless auto-renew is turned off * You can manage subscriptions or turn off auto-renewal in your App Store account settings * Current subscriptions cannot be canceled during the active subscription period * Any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription 【Related Links】 * Privacy Policy: https://hikaruel.github.io/MangaGrove.github.io/privacy.en * Membership Terms of Service: https://hikaruel.github.io/MangaGrove.github.io/iapagreement.en * End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ComicShelf Reader

Organize and read your digital comic collection with support for multiple formats like CBZ, CBR, PDF, and EPUB. Enjoy various library and reading views, including panel-by-panel zoom and cloud storage integration. Designed for a seamless reading experience on iPhone and iPad.

Highlights
  • Supports CBZ, CBR, PDF, EPUB formats
  • Carousel, Shelf, and Grid library views
  • Paginated, Panel, and Scroll reading modes
  • Right-to-left reading for manga
  • Cloud storage integration (Google Drive, iCloud, WebDAV)
  • Handcrafted dark UI with optional red theme
Features
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ComicShelf Reader is the ultimate comic reading experience for iPhone and iPad. Whether you're a lifelong collector or just getting started, ComicShelf Reader puts your entire library at your fingertips — beautifully organized and a joy to read. READ EVERY FORMAT CBZ, CBR, PDF, and EPUB — ComicShelf Reader handles them all. No conversions, no workarounds. Just open and read. THREE STUNNING LIBRARY VIEWS • Carousel — Flip through your collection like a physical longbox with a stunning 3D carousel and reflective display • Shelf View — See your comics organized by series on a classic bookshelf • Grid View — A clean, dense layout for collectors with large libraries THREE READING MODES • Paginated — Tap or swipe page by page, just like holding a real comic • Panel View — Zoom in panel by panel for the ultimate reading experience on any screen size • Scroll View — Continuous vertical scrolling, perfect for webtoons and manga MANGA SUPPORT Full right-to-left reading mode for manga fans. ComicShelf Reader adapts to the way you read. YOUR LIBRARY, YOUR WAY Connect your existing cloud storage and read directly from your collection — no re-uploading required. • Google Drive • iCloud Drive • WebDAV servers BEAUTIFUL BY DESIGN ComicShelf Reader features a handcrafted dark UI with an optional Bloodied red theme — built for late-night reading sessions. Every detail, from the animated carousel to the per-panel zoom, is designed to keep you in the story. PRIVACY FIRST ComicShelf Reader does not collect, sell, or share your personal data. Your library stays yours. Support: support@comicshelf.app Privacy Policy: https://comicshelf.app/reader/privacy

Screenshots

Manga Grove4 screens
ComicShelf Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ComicShelf Reader at none against Manga Grove's 3. 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. Manga Grove sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ComicShelf Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Manga Grove versus ComicShelf Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterManga GroveComicShelf Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.517.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer浩然 张Thomas Eggenberger

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Manga Grove

Subscriptions3
  • Premium (Monthly)$0.991 Month
  • Premium (Quarterly)$1.993 Months
  • Premium (Annual)$2.991 Year
None

ComicShelf Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Manga Grove free?
Manga Grove is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ComicShelf Reader free?
ComicShelf Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Manga Grove or ComicShelf Reader have ads?
Neither Manga Grove nor ComicShelf Reader shows ads.

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