iPhanpy for Mastodon vs Silverleaf Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iPhanpy for Mastodon
This app provides a smoother and more efficient experience for accessing Mastodon, running natively on iOS with fewer performance restrictions than a web browser. It offers a streamlined interface and improved memory management for a better user experience.
- Native iOS app experience
- Smoother performance
- Improved memory management
- Streamlined interface
- Fewer browser performance restrictions
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iPhanpy brings everything that Phanpy has, but runs smoother, stays longer in memory, and has a neat Liquid Glass icon! I am not the original developer of Phanpy, so all props go to Chee Aun. I merely adapted the original web app into a version that is installable as a “native” iOS app - it faces way less performance restrictions compared to running on the browser.
Silverleaf Reader
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Silverleaf is a calm, focused RSS reader designed for people who care about blogs. Built to work seamlessly with Micro.blog, Silverleaf keeps your reading list in sync across devices while staying fast, lightweight, and distraction-free. No algorithms, no noise—just the posts you choose, presented beautifully. Why Silverleaf? Micro.blog's Inkwell Sync Connect your Micro.blog account and keep feeds, read status, and bookmarks in sync automatically. A Reader, Not a Feed Farm Silverleaf is designed for thoughtful reading, not endless scrolling. Clean typography and a minimalist layout help you focus on the writing. Fast & Lightweight Opens instantly, syncs quietly in the background, and stays out of your way. Offline Reading Save posts and read them later—even without an internet connection. Privacy-First No tracking, no analytics, no ads. Your reading habits are yours alone. Silverleaf is made by Silverpine Software, an independent studio focused on crafting thoughtful, long-lasting apps. If you enjoy reading blogs the way they were meant to be read, Silverleaf is for you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Silverleaf Reader at every 8 days against iPhanpy for Mastodon's monthly. iPhanpy for Mastodon's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
iPhanpy for Mastodon ships an update monthly, Silverleaf Reader every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on August 13, 2026 and September 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iPhanpy for Mastodon | Silverleaf Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 17 MB | 261 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Matheus Fantinel | Silver Pine Software |
In-app purchases
iPhanpy for Mastodon
No in-app purchases
Silverleaf Reader
No in-app purchases





