# Nook vs iRead

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Nook at none against iRead's 1. Nook also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). iRead's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iRead sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Nook asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Nook | iRead |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iread-read-aloud-epub-reader/id6786994940/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 7 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.5** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CARLY IRENE TURINI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1860280005) | [Shuhui Sheng](https://appshunter.io/developer/6783579766) |

## What reviewers say

### Nook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nook/id6756361961)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### iRead

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iread-read-aloud-epub-reader/id6786994940)

Listen to your EPUB, TXT, and MOBI books with natural-sounding voices, completely offline. Import your existing library and enjoy background playback with lock screen controls. A Pro version unlocks premium voices with a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Listen to EPUB, TXT, MOBI aloud, Natural neural voices, Fully offline operation, Background playback, Import from Files/Share Sheet, Light/dark themes, Library management

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iRead Pro | $11.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Nook free?

Nook is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is iRead free?

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

### Do Nook or iRead have ads?

Nook shows ads; iRead does not.

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