# ZRead vs BookShelf Reader

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BookShelf Reader at none against ZRead's 4. BookShelf Reader also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ZRead sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. BookShelf Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | ZRead | BookShelf Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zread-epub-reader/id6758880626/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Size | 15 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [光泽 赖](https://appshunter.io/developer/1873981179) | [Heyson Betancourt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877895203) |

## What reviewers say

### ZRead

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zread-epub-reader/id6758880626)

A versatile reader for ebooks, PDFs, and comics. Supports numerous file formats including EPUB, MOBI, and CBZ. Offers a clean reading experience with privacy in mind.

**Highlights:** EPUB, PDF, TXT, FB2, MOBI, AZW support, CBZ, CBR, CB7 comic format support, Custom source integration, Privacy-focused design, Clean reading interface

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ZRead Pro Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| ZRead Pro Yearly | $6.99 | per year |
| Founding Member | $6.99 | one-time |
| ZRead Pro Lifetime | $12.99 | one-time |


### BookShelf Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelf-reader/id6759291461)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ZRead free?

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

### Is BookShelf Reader free?

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

### Do ZRead or BookShelf Reader have ads?

Neither ZRead nor BookShelf 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.*