Comparison

Chek vs ComicDeck

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Chek

Features
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Chek is a reader for your books and comics, wherever you keep them. READ YOUR OWN FILES Open EPUB, PDF, CBZ and CBT comics, MOBI, AZW3, FictionBook, plain text and Markdown files from Files or the share sheet. Each book opens where you left off. No account needed, and everything works offline. CONNECT YOUR LIBRARY SERVER Connect a Chek server you run to read its libraries on all your devices. Your reading place follows you between iPhone and iPad. Follow a series to hear when a new chapter is out, and download chapters to read offline. TRY IT FIRST Tap Try the Demo to browse a sample library of public-domain and Creative Commons books and comics, with no setup. BUILT FOR READING Paged and scrolling layouts, right-to-left manga reading, themes, and a reader built for both books and comics. PRIVATE Chek has no ads, analytics or tracking. Your files stay on your device, and server sign-ins go only to servers you add.

About

ComicDeck

Experience your digital comic collection in a unique 3D newsstand. Stream comics from NAS or OPDS, enjoy smart panel zooming, and apply vintage paper textures for a physical feel. Supports various file formats and reading directions.

Highlights
  • Interactive 3D virtual newsstand
  • AI-powered smart panel zoom
  • NAS and OPDS streaming
  • Vintage paper texture effects
  • Support for CBZ, CBR, PDF, and more
  • Multiple reading directions (L-R, R-L, Vertical)
  • Wi-Fi file transfer
Features
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Welcome to ComicDeck, the ultimate premium comic, manga, and webtoon reader. Designed for comic lovers who want both cutting-edge technology and nostalgic aesthetics, ComicDeck transforms your digital library into a stunning, interactive experience. THE 3D NEWSSTAND Step into a beautifully rendered, interactive 3D virtual kiosk. Swipe to spin your collection, tap to pull a book from the shelf, and dive right into the action. Customize your space with built-in environments (Eclipse, Vortex, Walnut) or your own photos. SMART PANEL ZOOM Reading on an iPhone? Double-tap any page and let our CoreML-powered AI automatically detect the comic panels. Tap the edges of your screen to effortlessly glide through the action, frame by frame. NAS & OPDS STREAMING Don't waste storage space. Connect directly to your home server via WebDAV (Local IP or DDNS) or OPDS catalogs like Komga and Kavita. Stream your comics instantly without downloading the full file, or download them for offline reading. VINTAGE PAPER & VISUAL ENHANCEMENTS Make digital feel physical. Apply authentic vintage textures like Newsprint or Old Paper directly to your pages. Got low-res scans? Instantly crisp them up using our built-in CoreImage contrast, noise-reduction, and sharpness filters. READ YOUR WAY • Seamlessly read CBZ, CBR, ZIP, RAR, and PDF files. • Read Left-to-Right, Right-to-Left (Manga Mode), or vertically (Webtoons). • Turn pages with gorgeous 3D Page Curls, Cross Fades, or Slides. • Organize your collection into Box or Stacked folders with custom cover art. EFFORTLESS TRANSFERS Start the built-in Wi-Fi server to drag and drop comics directly from your computer's web browser straight to your device. Upgrade to ComicDeck Pro to unlock the full 3D Newsstand, premium page transitions, advanced background customizations, and unlimited OPDS/NAS cloud streaming!

Screenshots

Chek4 screens
ComicDeck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chek at none against ComicDeck's 4. ComicDeck's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ComicDeck sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Chek asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chek ships an update monthly, ComicDeck every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Chek versus ComicDeck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChekComicDeck
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS26.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB69 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAryakumar JhaAttila Juhas

In-app purchases

None

Chek

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

ComicDeck

One-time4
  • Buy Me a Coffee$1.99
  • Buy Me a Coffee$4.99
  • ComicDeck Pro$6.99
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  • Buy Me a Coffee$9.99

Questions

Is Chek free?
Chek is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ComicDeck free?
ComicDeck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Chek or ComicDeck have ads?
Neither Chek nor ComicDeck shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chek or ComicDeck?
Chek ships an update monthly, and ComicDeck every 2 months. Most recently, Chek was updated on October 25, 2026 and ComicDeck on October 25, 2026.

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