Comparison

Lector vs PromptCodex

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Lector

Features
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Lector is a clean and minimal reading app designed for people who want to focus. Upload your PDFs and read without distractions. No feeds, no noise, no clutter. Features: • Clean and distraction-free reading experience • Support for PDF documents • Simple navigation based on the original document pages • Dark mode support • Offline access to your files Lector is built for readers who value simplicity and clarity. More features coming soon (AI, VoiceReader, and more) Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://lector.thefndrs.com/privacy

About

PromptCodex

Manage and reuse AI prompts for various language models in a structured library. Create dynamic prompts with variables, save variants, and track usage. All data remains on your device for enhanced privacy.

Highlights
  • Organize prompts with folders, categories, and tags
  • Create dynamic prompts with placeholders
  • Save and compare prompt variants
  • Browse and import curated sample prompts
  • Track prompt copy counts and usage
  • Offline functionality and device-only data storage
  • Secure with Face ID/Touch ID
Features
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PromptCodex is your personal AI prompt library. Create, organize, and reuse prompts for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Copilot, Perplexity, Grok, and DeepSeek — all from one app. ORGANIZE YOUR WAY Build a structured library with folders, categories, tags, and projects. Nest folders up to five levels deep. Pin favorites for quick access and archive what you don't need. DYNAMIC VARIABLES Add placeholders like {topic} or {tone} to any prompt. Choose from text, dropdown, toggle, and date inputs — one prompt adapts to many uses. PROMPT VARIANTS Save multiple versions of each prompt. Compare, refine, and keep what works best. EXPLORE & LEARN Browse 1,000+ curated sample prompts by category. Import any prompt into your library with one tap. TRACK YOUR USAGE View copy counts, growth charts, and rankings for every prompt. PRIVACY FIRST All data stays on your device. No account required. No uploads. Works fully offline. Optional iCloud sync available. Lock with Face ID or Touch ID. Export and import your library as JSON. Supports iPhone and iPad. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Lector4 screens
PromptCodex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: PromptCodex at none against Lector's shown. Lector's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Lector sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and PromptCodex sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Lector ships an update every 3 weeks, PromptCodex every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Lector versus PromptCodex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLectorPromptCodex
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.1 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarlon Geovany Castro MejiaLife Utility Apps, LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Lector

Subscriptions2
  • Lector Pro Access (Monthly)1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • Lectro Pro Access (Yearly)$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Early Founder Access$99.99
2 purchases

PromptCodex

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$14.99

Questions

Is Lector free?
Lector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PromptCodex free?
PromptCodex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Lector or PromptCodex have ads?
Lector shows ads; PromptCodex does not.
Which is updated more often, Lector or PromptCodex?
Lector ships an update every 3 weeks, and PromptCodex every 2 months. Most recently, Lector was updated on October 8, 2026 and PromptCodex on October 16, 2026.

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