Comparison

Bookhaven vs FusionRead

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

Head to head
About

Bookhaven

Features
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Bookhaven turns your iPhone or iPad into a focused home for the books you already own. Import PDF and EPUB files in a few taps and see them appear on a clean bookshelf right away. Keep reading momentum with saved position and chapter navigation that make every return session simple. Bookhaven is built for people who read local documents, study materials, novels, and long-form references across different formats. You add files once, organize them into collections, and open any title with controls that help you read comfortably for longer sessions. **Bring Your Library Together** Import multiple PDF and EPUB files at once and keep them in one place you control. Bookhaven watches its local Documents folder, so newly added files can appear without extra setup. **Organize by the Way You Read** Create custom collections for topics, classes, projects, or moods to keep your shelf tidy. Long-press actions let you move books into collections quickly, so your next read is always easy to find. **Resume Without Losing Context** Bookhaven remembers your last page in PDFs and your last locator in EPUBs for each title. You can jump back in confidently and continue exactly where you left off. **Navigate Chapters Faster** Open the table of contents to move through chapters and sections without endless scrolling. Search and refresh tools in contents view help you reach the right section when you need it. **Tune Reading Comfort** Adjust PDF fit and scrolling behavior to match the way you hold your device. For EPUB, choose theme, font size, and scroll mode to create a setup that feels natural for your eyes. Import your next book into Bookhaven and enjoy a local-first reading experience designed to stay clear, calm, and dependable every day.

About

FusionRead

This application allows users to read EPUB and PDF files with integrated translation for over 70 languages. It features a bilingual reading mode, vocabulary building tools, and reading statistics to aid language learners and bilingual readers.

Highlights
  • EPUB & PDF reader
  • Instant translation
  • Bilingual reading mode
  • Vocabulary builder
  • Reading statistics
  • iCloud sync
  • Dark mode
Features
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FusionRead is a free EPUB and PDF reader with built-in translation. The perfect ebook reader for language learners and bilingual readers. READ ANY BOOK IN ANY LANGUAGE Open EPUB and PDF files instantly. Our smart translator helps you understand foreign books in 70+ languages - English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, German, and more. KEY FEATURES: - EPUB & PDF Reader: Open any ebook format - Instant Translation: Tap to translate any text - Bilingual Mode: Read side-by-side translations - Vocabulary Builder: Learn new words with spaced repetition - Reading Statistics: Track your progress daily - iCloud Sync: Continue on any device - Dark Mode & Themes: Customize your reading PERFECT FOR: - Language learners practicing foreign reading - Researchers working with multilingual sources - Travelers reading local literature - Students studying abroad WHAT USERS SAY: "Perfect for reading Japanese novels while learning!" "The translation feature is incredibly accurate." "Finally an app that helps me read foreign books!" PRIVACY FIRST: Translations are processed on-device when possible. Your reading data stays private. Download FusionRead - your multilingual book reader today!

Screenshots

Bookhaven4 screens
FusionRead4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FusionRead at every 9 days against Bookhaven's monthly. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Bookhaven sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and FusionRead sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bookhaven ships an update monthly, FusionRead every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference ยท 7 level
Bookhaven versus FusionRead: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBookhavenFusionRead
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsโ€”0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 9 days โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetizationโ€”Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 โ€” better18
Further details โ€” not scored
Size12 MB34 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperFishington Studios้Ÿณ ๅข

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Bookhaven

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Pro$4.99
1 purchases

FusionRead

One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$3.99

Questions

Is Bookhaven free?
Bookhaven is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FusionRead free?
FusionRead is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bookhaven or FusionRead have ads?
Neither Bookhaven nor FusionRead shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bookhaven or FusionRead?
Bookhaven ships an update monthly, and FusionRead every 9 days. Most recently, Bookhaven was updated on October 24, 2026 and FusionRead on October 25, 2026.

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