Wen Reader vs Book
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Wen Reader
This app provides a clean, modern way for intermediate Chinese learners to read native-level EPUB books. It offers instant, context-aware dictionary definitions with a simple long-press and supports offline reading with customizable typography. Users can import their own EPUBs and utilize tools for sharing text to other learning apps.
- EPUB import and reading
- Instant dictionary pop-ups
- Offline CC-CEDICT definitions
- Context-aware word segmentation
- Text sharing to Pleco/ChatGPT
- Simple navigation and auto-save
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Built out of a genuine love for learning Chinese, Wen Reader gives intermediate readers a clean, modern way to read native-level books while getting context-aware dictionary definitions with a simple long-press. Import your own EPUBs, read with great typography, and stay fully offline. Features: - EPUB Import & Smooth Reading: open standard EPUB files from Files, with fast pagination powered by Readium and adjustable margins, fonts, and line spacing. - Instant Dictionary Pop-Ups: long-press any Chinese text to see an inline definition panel using offline CC-CEDICT data. - Lightweight On-Device ML: context-aware word boundary segmentation and dictionary definition ranking. - Context & Sharing Tools: quickly copy the selected word, sentence, or paragraph, or send text to Pleco or ChatGPT (when installed) for deeper explanation. - Simple, Focused Navigation: tap the book title to browse the table of contents, and Wen Reader automatically saves your reading position as you go. Who is Wen Reader For? - Readers who can understand native Chinese text with some effort. - Learners who want a modern, clean EPUB reading experience without distractions. - Users who benefit from quick dictionary support but do not need the full ecosystem of flashcards, handwriting input, OCR, etc. Privacy - No analytics, no tracking, and no personal data collection. - No external API calls. - Everything stays on your device. Open Source & Licenses - Wen Reader uses open dictionary, models, and library components. - Full license information is available inside the app under About → Licenses. Support - Questions, suggestions, or feedback? Feel free to contact me at oliverzh2000@gmail.com. Or visit github.com/oliverzh2000/wen-reader to open an issue.
Book
This app supports multiple ebook formats and comics, allowing you to read them directly from your device without conversion. It includes features for tracking reading progress, taking notes, highlighting text, and translating passages. You can also listen to text-based books aloud and set daily reading goals to build a consistent habit.
- Supports 9 ebook and comic formats
- Reads books aloud with text-to-speech
- Built-in translation for passages
- Reading tracker with stats and goals
- Note-taking and highlighting
- Opens files from various sources
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Book opens the ebooks you already own and turns reading into a habit. One app for EPUB, MOBI, AZW3, FB2, PDF, TXT, DOCX, RTF and CBZ comics, with a reading tracker, text to speech and translation built in. OPENS WHAT OTHER READERS CAN'T • 9 formats: EPUB, FB2, PDF, TXT, MOBI, AZW3, RTF, DOCX and CBZ comics • Add books from the Files app, iCloud Drive, AirDrop, Mail, Safari or any app with Share • No conversion, no account, no upload. Books stay on your device and open offline READ YOUR WAY • Font, text size, spacing, light and dark themes • Your place is saved in every book • Hold any word to highlight it or leave a note LISTEN WHEN YOU CAN'T READ • Text to speech reads text-based books aloud, so the story goes on while you cook, commute or rest your eyes HIGHLIGHTS, NOTES & QUOTES • Save the best lines and keep notes for each book • Share quotes as cards ready for Instagram and Stories TRANSLATE ANY PASSAGE • Tap a word or a paragraph to translate it without leaving the page. Read in the original without a dictionary A READING TRACKER THAT MOTIVATES • Minutes, pages and sessions counted automatically while you read • Books finished this week, month and year, hours read, longest session • A forecast of how many books you will finish at your current pace • Weekly report and reading calendar BUILD A DAILY HABIT • Set a daily goal in minutes and keep your streak alive • A gentle reminder at the time you choose • Achievements and shareable recaps PAPER BOOKS COUNT TOO • Add a paper book, start the reading timer and log pages, no file needed WIDGETS & SIRI • Home Screen widgets: today's goal, achievements and continue reading • "Continue reading in Book" opens your page. Start or stop the reading timer with Siri and Shortcuts BOOK PRO Book is free to download. The free version holds up to 5 books. Book Pro removes the limit and unlocks read aloud, translation, extra fonts and themes, and full stats with monthly and yearly views, reading calendar and pace. Choose a monthly or yearly subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period and are managed in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://appassistance.services/book/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://appassistance.services/book/privacy/ Finish the books you already have. Download Book and start reading today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Wen Reader at none against Book's 5. 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. Book sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Wen Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Wen Reader | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 129 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Oliver Zhang | Artem Dorozhkin |
In-app purchases
Wen Reader
No in-app purchases
Book
- Book Pro Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Book Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- Book Pro Yearly$24.991 Year
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- Book Pro Annual1 Year trial$24.991 Year
- Book Pro Lifetime$34.99









