FusionRead vs LinguaReader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- EPUB & PDF reader
- Instant translation
- Bilingual reading mode
- Vocabulary builder
- Reading statistics
- iCloud sync
- Dark mode
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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!
LinguaReader
Enhance your language learning by reading books and novels with integrated translation and a custom glossary. Import your own EPUB files or public URLs to track reading progress and generate chapter-by-chapter translations. This app is designed for extensive reading and vocabulary study.
- Private EPUB import
- Novel import via URL
- AI-assisted translation
- Work-specific glossary
- Reading progress tracking
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LinguaReader ajuda você a ler livros e novels em outros idiomas com uma experiencia privada de leitura, tradução e glossário. Importe seus próprios EPUBs ou URLs publicas, acompanhe o progresso de leitura, gere traduções por capitulo e consulte um glossário criado para a obra. O app foi pensado para estudo, leitura extensiva e acompanhamento de vocabulário. Recursos: - Importacao privada de EPUB - Importação de novels por URL - Tradução assistida por IA - Glossario por obra - Progresso de leitura O LinguaReader não fornece catalogo publico de livros e não distribui conteúdo traduzido entre usuários. Acordo de Licença de Usuário Final (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: LinguaReader at 100% against FusionRead's 0%. LinguaReader also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 8 days) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. FusionRead sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and LinguaReader sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FusionRead ships an update every 8 days, LinguaReader every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FusionRead | LinguaReader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | 音 卢 | Soter Magalhaes |
Customer experience
FusionRead
LinguaReader
In-app purchases
FusionRead
- Pro Lifetime$3.99
LinguaReader
- Starter$1.991 Month
- Plus$4.991 Month
- Pro$9.991 Month
- 100 Mil Vras$0.99
- 500 Mil Vras$2.99
- 1 Milhão de Vras$4.99
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- 2,5 Milhões de Vras$11.99
