Comparison

HTML Reader Offline vs Folio

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

Head to head
About

HTML Reader Offline

This app allows users to read local HTML and ZIP files offline. It's designed for developers, students, and learners to access documentation and course materials on their devices without an internet connection. Features include smart ZIP support, a built-in reader, table of contents, bookmarks, and reading progress tracking.

Highlights
  • Offline HTML and ZIP file reading
  • Smart ZIP support with index.html detection
  • Built-in WKWebView reader
  • Auto-generated table of contents
  • Bookmarks and reading progress saving
  • Light, Dark, and Auto themes
  • Long-image export
Features
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HTML Reader Offline is a clean, fast, and privacy-friendly reader for local HTML files and ZIP tutorial packages. Built specifically for developers, students, and lifelong learners who keep documentation, course materials, and e-books on their devices, LocalPage turns any iPhone or iPad into a comfortable reading companion — completely offline. KEY FEATURES • Open HTML, HTM, and ZIP packages directly from the Files app, Mail, Safari, or any sharing-capable app via "Open with…". • Smart ZIP support: automatically detects index.html as the entry point; falls back to a file picker if none is found. • Built-in WKWebView reader with full support for local CSS, JavaScript, and image resources referenced by your documents. • Auto-generated table of contents from h1/h2/h3 headings — tap to jump anywhere instantly. • Bookmarks: add, remove, and revisit any reading position. • Reading progress: every document remembers exactly where you left off, down to one screen of accuracy. • Light, Dark, and Auto theme — matches the system or your preference. • Long-image export: capture an entire page into a single shareable image, perfect for archiving notes or sending tutorials to friends. • Universal app: optimized layouts for iPhone and iPad. • Multi-language UI: English by default, with full Simplified Chinese localization. PRIVACY FIRST • 100% offline reading. Your files never leave the device. • No accounts. No login. No ads. No analytics. No third-party trackers. • The only network request is to Apple StoreKit for the optional Tip Jar. OPTIONAL TIP JAR Settings includes an optional Tip Jar with three consumable in-app purchases. Tipping does NOT unlock any feature — every feature is free for everyone. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: iOS 15.0+, iPhone & iPad. Contact: cfd007@qq.com

About

Folio

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Folio keeps HTML files readable, interactive, and available offline—exactly the way they were made. No developer-operated server. No Folio account. No conversion that breaks the layout. Bring in a single HTML file or a folder-based page with its referenced CSS, JavaScript, images, and data. Folio gives each page its own local origin so modern pages—including ES modules, fetch requests, and local storage—can work the way they should. BUILD YOUR LIBRARY • Import files from Files or another app's Share sheet • Import a folder-based page with its referenced supporting files • Watch a folder for new and updated pages • Optionally add and refresh selected files from Google Drive • Organize with favorites, tags, searchable icons, sorting, grouping, and library search • Update many pages at once with bulk actions READ AND USE YOUR PAGES • Stay offline by default, with network access controlled separately for each page • Navigate page history, find text, reload, inspect source, and see useful diagnostics • Choose a top or bottom toolbar that gets out of the way as you read • Download files generated by a page, print, or save and share a PDF • Use a full three-column workspace on iPad or focus on the page full screen • Open chosen pages from widgets, and favorites or recent pages from Home Screen quick actions PRIVATE BY DESIGN • No Folio account, advertising, analytics, or tracking • Optional iCloud sync uses your private iCloud database • Optional Google Drive access is limited to files you choose for Folio • Lock individual pages with Face ID or your device passcode • Locked pages are shielded in the app switcher and badged in widgets and quick actions Two included interactive samples make it easy to explore Folio immediately. Keep reports, dashboards, exported notes, archived documentation, and other web files useful wherever you go—even when the network doesn't.

Screenshots

HTML Reader Offline4 screens
Folio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Folio at none against HTML Reader Offline's 1. Folio also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. HTML Reader Offline sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Folio asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HTML Reader Offline ships an update every 2 months, Folio daily. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
HTML Reader Offline versus Folio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHTML Reader OfflineFolio
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer发达 陈Brian Renshaw

In-app purchases

1 purchases

HTML Reader Offline

One-time1
  • A Cup of Coffee$0.99
None

Folio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HTML Reader Offline free?
HTML Reader Offline is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Folio free?
Folio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do HTML Reader Offline or Folio have ads?
Neither HTML Reader Offline nor Folio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HTML Reader Offline or Folio?
HTML Reader Offline ships an update every 2 months, and Folio daily. Most recently, HTML Reader Offline was updated on September 19, 2026 and Folio on September 7, 2026.

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