Bookshelf vs eEPUB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Bookshelf
Read full descriptionHide full description
Bookshelf is the ultimate minimalist reader for all your comics, manga, and documents. Designed with simplicity and ease of use in mind, it allows you to enjoy your local library without distractions. Key Features: - Wide Format Support: Read ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, PDF, ePub, and folders containing image files seamlessly. - Manga/Webtoon Ready: Toggle Right-to-Left (RTL) reading mode for Japanese manga or vertical scroll for Webtoons. - Customizable Experience: Choose from Light, Dark, or Pure Black (OLED saver) themes. Adjust brightness and orientation to match your environment. - Convenient Controls: Turn pages easily using physical volume buttons. Keep your screen awake automatically while reading. - Double-Page View: Enhance your tablet or landscape reading with side-by-side double page layouts. - Auto Tracking & Bookmarks: Your reading progress is automatically saved. Pick up right where you left off, and use bookmarks for your favorite pages. - Cloud & Local Access: Open files stored directly on your device or access them through cloud integrations via the system picker. Designed for readers who value performance and a clean UI, Bookshelf ensures your reading experience is always a pleasure.
eEPUB
Read full descriptionHide full description
eEPUB is a powerful EPUB reader designed for comfortable reading and studying. Key Features ⢠Read EPUB files on your device ⢠Open EPUBs directly from Google Drive shared links ⢠Open EPUBs directly from Dropbox shared links ⢠Open EPUBs directly from GitHub Raw URLs ⢠Bookmark your reading progress ⢠Highlight important passages ⢠Add notes while reading ⢠Full-text search across books ⢠Progressive Web App (PWA) support eEPUB is suitable for reading novels, technical books, study materials, and other EPUB content. Your local EPUB files are processed on your device, providing a fast and privacy-friendly reading experience. Whether you're a student, researcher, or casual reader, eEPUB helps you organize and enjoy your digital library.
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: eEPUB at none against Bookshelf's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Bookshelf | eEPUB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | ā | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | No ā better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 68 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HYUK NAMKUNG | Keisuke Kudo |
In-app purchases
Bookshelf
No in-app purchases
eEPUB
No in-app purchases









