# ReadInstead vs Don Tzu

The clearest difference is ads: ReadInstead at none against Don Tzu's shown. ReadInstead also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ReadInstead sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $7.19 per month and Don Tzu sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReadInstead ships an update every 8 days, Don Tzu fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ReadInstead | Don Tzu |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/don-tzu/id6762173064/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | — | Ad-supported |
| Size | 67 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Pavlo Kovalchuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886402664) | [Eugert Jani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893231743) |

## What reviewers say

### ReadInstead

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readinstead/id6760823296)

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly Sale 20 | $7.19 | per month |
| Pro Monthly Sale 15 | $7.59 | per month |
| Max Monthly Sale 20 | $11.99 | per month |
| Max Monthly Sale 15 | $12.49 | per month |
| ReadInstead Max | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro Annual Sale 20 | $71.99 | per year |
| Pro Annual Sale 15 | $76.00 | per year |
| Max Annual Sale 20 | $119.99 | per year |
| Max Annual Sale 15 | $126.99 | per year |
| ReadInstead Max (Annual) | $149.99 | per year |


### Don Tzu

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/don-tzu/id6762173064)

Discover absurd wisdom inspired by ancient Chinese philosophy and modern dealmaking. Swipe through beautifully illustrated scroll cards with original parody sayings. Share these unique insights as image cards for a good laugh or daily inspiration.

**Highlights:** Original parody sayings, Scroll card UI with swipe navigation, Original character illustrations, Shareable image cards, Satirical take on dealmaking and philosophy

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock the Scroll of Serenity | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ReadInstead free?

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

### Is Don Tzu free?

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

### Do ReadInstead or Don Tzu have ads?

Don Tzu shows ads; ReadInstead does not.

### Which is updated more often, ReadInstead or Don Tzu?

ReadInstead ships an update every 8 days, and Don Tzu fortnightly. Most recently, ReadInstead was updated on October 14, 2026 and Don Tzu on October 10, 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.*