# ZRead vs eReader

The clearest difference is ads: ZRead at none against eReader's shown. ZRead also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (17 vs 26.0). On price, in-app purchases 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 and eReader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ZRead ships an update every 9 days, eReader every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ZRead | eReader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zread-epub-reader/id6758880626/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2** | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Size | 15 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [光泽 赖](https://appshunter.io/developer/1873981179) | [sina alparslan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1781707452) |

## 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 |


### eReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ereader-epub-pdf-book-reader/id6759874723)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ZRead free?

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

### Is eReader free?

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

### Do ZRead or eReader have ads?

eReader shows ads; ZRead does not.

### Which is updated more often, ZRead or eReader?

ZRead ships an update every 9 days, and eReader every 3 months. Most recently, ZRead was updated on October 24, 2026 and eReader on October 28, 2026.

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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.*