# ShelfStream vs ComicShelf Reader

The clearest difference is rating: ShelfStream at 5.0 against ComicShelf Reader's 3.0. ComicShelf Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ShelfStream sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. ComicShelf Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ShelfStream holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ShelfStream | ComicShelf Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shelfstream-comic-reader/id6757660174/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comicshelf-reader/id6781883679/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 22 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [株式会社リモシア](https://appshunter.io/developer/1639657831) | [Thomas Eggenberger](https://appshunter.io/developer/6772668034) |

## What reviewers say

### ShelfStream

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shelfstream-comic-reader/id6757660174)

This app is a powerful comic and manga viewer that supports a wide range of file formats and cloud storage services. It offers a premium reading experience with intelligent prefetching and multiple viewing modes, along with easy library management.

**Highlights:** Cloud storage integration (iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box), NAS and server connection (SMB, WebDAV, FTP/SFTP), Zero load time prefetching, Multiple reading modes (single, spread, vertical scroll), Support for ZIP, CBZ, RAR, CBR, PDF, 7z, Library organization and bookmarks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $0.49 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $5.99 | per year |


### ComicShelf Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/comicshelf-reader/id6781883679)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ShelfStream free?

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

### Is ComicShelf Reader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ShelfStream or ComicShelf Reader?

ShelfStream is rated higher. ShelfStream averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while ComicShelf Reader averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do ShelfStream or ComicShelf Reader have ads?

Neither ShelfStream nor ComicShelf Reader shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*