Manga Grove vs ComicShelf Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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/
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.
- 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
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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
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Verdict
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
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.
| Parameter | Manga Grove | ComicShelf Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 浩然 张 | Thomas Eggenberger |
In-app purchases
Manga Grove
- Premium (Monthly)$0.991 Month
- Premium (Quarterly)$1.993 Months
- Premium (Annual)$2.991 Year
ComicShelf Reader
No in-app purchases








