# ZRead vs EPUB Reader

The clearest difference is rating: EPUB Reader at 5.0 against ZRead's 3.0. EPUB Reader also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17). ZRead's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ZRead sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and EPUB Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

EPUB Reader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

ZRead ships an update every 9 days, EPUB Reader every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ZRead | EPUB Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zread-epub-reader/id6758880626/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epub-reader-ebook-and-fb2/id6780233015/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 15 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [光泽 赖](https://appshunter.io/developer/1873981179) | [ZeroPlay Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1500119722) |

## 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 |


### EPUB Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/epub-reader-ebook-and-fb2/id6780233015)

This app allows you to import and read your DRM-free ebook files locally. It supports various formats and offers customizable reading settings for a personalized offline experience. You can also search, highlight, and annotate your books.

**Highlights:** Import DRM-free EPUB, MOBI, AZW3, FB2, TXT, Offline reading with no account, Customizable text and themes, Full-book search and highlighting, Chapter navigation and progress tracking, Export notes and highlights

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $14.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ZRead free?

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

### Is EPUB Reader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ZRead or EPUB Reader?

EPUB Reader is rated higher. ZRead averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while EPUB Reader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ZRead or EPUB Reader have ads?

EPUB Reader shows ads; ZRead does not.

### Which is updated more often, ZRead or EPUB Reader?

ZRead ships an update every 9 days, and EPUB Reader every 2 months. Most recently, ZRead was updated on October 31, 2026 and EPUB Reader on October 31, 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.*