Comparison

Send to X4 vs Bookshelf

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

Head to head
About

Send to X4

Wirelessly send articles, notes, and custom screensavers to your e-ink reader. Convert web content to EPUBs, import your own files, and manage content directly on the device. Enjoy a private, cloud-free experience over local WiFi.

Highlights
  • Convert articles to EPUB
  • Import custom EPUB files
  • Send text notes
  • Design custom screensavers
  • Browse e-ink wallpapers
  • Manage device files
Features
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Your all-in-one companion for the Xteink X4 e-ink reader. Send articles, notes, custom screensavers, and EPUB files — all over WiFi, with zero cloud accounts. • ARTICLES TO EPUB IN SECONDS Paste any URL or tap Share from your browser. Send to X4 strips ads and clutter, then converts articles into clean EPUBs optimized for e-ink. Supports threads, long-form content, and image-rich pages. Queue multiple articles and batch-send them all at once — even pre-download them for offline sending later. • IMPORT YOUR OWN EPUBs Already have EPUB files? Pick them from your device and send them straight to the X4. No conversion needed. • QUICK NOTES Type or paste any text and send it to your X4 as a .txt file. Perfect for meeting notes, to-do lists, or reading lists. Drafts are saved automatically. • SLEEP SCREEN DESIGNER Create your own lock screen with the built-in editor. Add text, images, and freehand doodles. Use the Sign mode for full-screen to-do lists that auto-size to fill the display. Enable "Overwrite Default" to always replace the same file — your X4 lock screen becomes a living to-do list. • >1,000+ E-INK WALLPAPERS Browse curated wallpapers from x4ePapers (lowio.xyz and readme.club). Preview, send, or try a random pick. New wallpapers added regularly. • PHOTOS TO SCREENSAVERS Pick any photo from your gallery. It is automatically cropped, resized, and converted to a 480x800 BMP ready for the X4 display. • DEVICE FILE MANAGER Browse articles, notes, and screensavers already on the device. Preview sleep screen thumbnails. Swipe to delete files you no longer need. • 100% PRIVATE Everything transfers over local WiFi. No cloud. No accounts. No tracking. Your data stays between your phone and your X4. • WORKS WITH ALL FIRMWARE Full support for both Stock and CrossPoint firmware. Configurable IP, custom storage folders, and optional date-based subfolders to keep everything organized.

About

Bookshelf

Features
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Bookshelf is the ultimate companion app for your XTEINK X4 & X3 e-reader. Sync your reading progress wirelessly via WiFi and never lose track of where you left off. SEAMLESS WIFI SYNC Connect to your XTEINK X4 & X3 e-reader over WiFi and automatically sync your entire library, current book, and reading progress. Works with both the original XTEINK firmware (from XT 3.1.1 to 5.X) and Crosspoint/CrossInk Reader (from 0.16 to 1.3 and more). No cables needed, just tap and sync. STUNNING HOME AND LOCK SCREEN WIDGETS Track your reading progress without even opening the app. Add beautiful widgets to your home screen showing your current book, cover art, and how far you've read. Multiple sizes available for iPhone and iPad. SHARE YOUR READING JOURNEY Finished a great chapter? Share your progress with friends on social media using beautifully designed cards that showcase your current read. BOOKSHELF PREMIUM Take your reading experience to the next level: • Unlimited book synchronization - sync your entire library • Custom widget themes - personalize colors, fonts, and styles • Social sharing cards - create stunning progress updates for Instagram, Twitter, and more Whether you're a casual reader or a bookworm tracking dozens of titles, Bookshelf makes it easy to stay on top of your reading goals. Download Bookshelf today and transform how you track your reading! Subscriptions Bookshelf offers auto-renewable subscriptions to unlock premium features. Purchase options: Monthly, Yearly, and Lifetime. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase Subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings Lifetime Purchase: Bookshelf may offer a non-consumable Lifetime purchase. This is a one-time payment that unlocks the Premium features available in the purchased version and subsequent compatible updates for as long as the application remains available and supported. Lifetime purchases do not renew automatically and can be restored using the Apple ID used for the original purchase. Privacy Policy: https://bookshelfprogress.netlify.app/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Send to X44 screens
Bookshelf4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Send to X4 at none against Bookshelf's 2. Send to X4 also leads on update cadence (daily vs monthly) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bookshelf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Send to X4 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Send to X4 ships an update daily, Bookshelf monthly. The most recent releases landed on August 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Send to X4 versus Bookshelf: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSend to X4Bookshelf
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better
Update frequencyDaily — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJaime ChapinalJorge Marco

In-app purchases

None

Send to X4

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Bookshelf

Subscriptions2
  • Bookshelf Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Bookshelf Yearly$34.991 Year

Questions

Is Send to X4 free?
Send to X4 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bookshelf free?
Bookshelf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Send to X4 or Bookshelf have ads?
Neither Send to X4 nor Bookshelf shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Send to X4 or Bookshelf?
Send to X4 ships an update daily, and Bookshelf monthly. Most recently, Send to X4 was updated on August 21, 2026 and Bookshelf on September 23, 2026.

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