# ArcReader vs Eclipse

The clearest difference is rating: ArcReader at 4.9 against Eclipse's 4.0. ArcReader also leads on ratings volume (40 vs 6). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ArcReader sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Eclipse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ArcReader holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ArcReader has 40 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 94% of ArcReader's written reviews are positive against 100% of Eclipse's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

ArcReader ships an update weekly, Eclipse every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ArcReader | Eclipse |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (40 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcreader-web-novel-offline/id6762717697/reviews)** | [4.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eclipse-manga-reader/id6779430885/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **40** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 93.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 137 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Thien Le](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617088747) | [VRATISLAV VACULA](https://appshunter.io/developer/6779413355) |

## What reviewers say

### ArcReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcreader-web-novel-offline/id6762717697)

Download and read web novels offline with customizable themes, fonts, and scroll modes. Convert novels to audiobooks with on-device narration and build vocabulary with an integrated dictionary. Sync progress across devices and import EPUB files.

**Highlights:** Download and read web novels offline, Customizable reader themes and fonts, On-device text-to-speech narration, EPUB file import, Integrated dictionary with flashcards, Cross-device reading progress sync

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ArcReader VIP — Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| ArcReader VIP — Annual | $44.99 | per year |
| ArcReader VIP - Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


### Eclipse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eclipse-manga-reader/id6779430885)

Organize your manga collection, track your reading progress, and read offline without needing an account. This app offers a premium experience with features like iCloud sync and backup options, all for free.

**Highlights:** Local manga and comic reading, Komga companion client, History, progress, and stats tracking, Gesture-controlled reader, Backup and restore from other readers, iCloud sync, Offline downloads

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Eclipse Pro Lifetime | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ArcReader free?

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

### Is Eclipse free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ArcReader or Eclipse?

ArcReader is rated higher. ArcReader averages 4.9 out of 5 from 40 ratings, while Eclipse averages 4.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do ArcReader or Eclipse have ads?

Both ArcReader and Eclipse show ads.

### Which is updated more often, ArcReader or Eclipse?

ArcReader ships an update weekly, and Eclipse every 2 weeks. Most recently, ArcReader was updated on September 30, 2026 and Eclipse on September 14, 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.*