Forbidden Reads vs Philosopher Path by ChatStick
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Forbidden Reads
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What if everything you were taught was only the surface? Forbidden Reads delivers powerful micro-reads on science, history, psychology, philosophy, economics, biology, physics, mathematics, art, technology, linguistics, and sociology. This is not trivia. This is not a summary app. Every reading is an original short-form piece designed to reveal hidden ideas, surprising phenomena, and overlooked concepts that can change how you think. Why readers love Forbidden Reads: ⢠Short reads with real depth ⢠12 knowledge areas to explore ⢠New readings added regularly ⢠Save your favorites and build your own library ⢠Elegant dark reading mode for focus ⢠Sync saved readings across devices ⢠Sign in with Apple or Google ⢠Offline-friendly reading experience Topics include: ⢠Science ⢠History ⢠Psychology ⢠Philosophy ⢠Economics ⢠Biology ⢠Physics ⢠Mathematics ⢠Art ⢠Technology ⢠Linguistics ⢠Sociology Forbidden Reads is made for curious minds, lifelong learners, and readers who want more than surface-level facts. If you enjoy ideas that challenge assumptions and expand your perspective, this app was built for you. Download Forbidden Reads and discover knowledge they never taught you.
Philosopher Path by ChatStick
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Philosopher Path makes philosophy approachable, practical, and enjoyable. Study the ideas that shaped human thought through short lessons, clear summaries, and interactive learning tools. Whether you are just starting with Plato and Aristotle or exploring modern thinkers, the app helps you build understanding step by step. What you can do: - Explore 60 philosophers across 6 historical eras - Read concise lessons with key terms and takeaways - Review concepts with interactive flashcards - Test your knowledge with Daily Quiz, By Philosopher, By Era, and Mixed Quiz modes - Track progress with XP, streaks, and achievements - Save favorites for quick review - Set Daily Quote and Study Reminder notifications Unlock All (one-time purchase): - Full philosopher and lesson library - Full quiz and flashcard access - Reflection Journal - Ad-free learning experience Built for curious minds, students, and lifelong learners who want a calm, structured path into philosophy.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Forbidden Reads at none against Philosopher Path by ChatStick's 1. Forbidden Reads also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Philosopher Path by ChatStick sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Forbidden Reads asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Forbidden Reads | Philosopher Path by ChatStick |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | ā |
| Ads | No ā better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No ā better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod ā better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 ā better | 26.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 63 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexis camue | ChatStick Company Limited |
In-app purchases
Forbidden Reads
No in-app purchases
Philosopher Path by ChatStick
- Unlock All (Lifetime)$2.99
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