# PNM e vs Reading Journey

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Reading Journey at 73% against PNM e's 11%. Reading Journey also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). PNM e's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Reading Journey sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. PNM e asks for nothing beyond the download.

Reading Journey holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reading Journey has 395 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of PNM e's written reviews are positive against 73% of Reading Journey's.

PNM e ships an update every 2 months, Reading Journey every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PNM e | Reading Journey |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pnm-e-reader/id756399885/reviews) | **[4.7 (395 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-journey-book-tracker/id6749302195/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **395** |
| Positive reviews | 11.1% of reviews | **73.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 57 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Xentral Methods](https://appshunter.io/developer/464707106) | [Vinh Dinh](https://appshunter.io/developer/412738005) |

## What reviewers say

### PNM e

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pnm-e-reader/id756399885)

Access and read a wide variety of eBooks from the National Library of Malaysia. Members can borrow titles across numerous categories and languages directly through this reader application.

**Highlights:** eBook borrowing, eBook lending, National Library of Malaysia access, Multiple categories, Multiple languages, Reader application

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Reading Journey

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-journey-book-tracker/id6749302195)

Log your reading sessions, track your emotions, and discover your reading style. Easily import books, share your reactions visually, and manage your TBR list without pressure. Offers a fun and stress-free way to engage with your literary journey.

**Highlights:** Log reading sessions and emotions, Share reading reactions visually, Quick book import via scanning, DNF Graveyard for unfinished books, Import library from Goodreads/Storygraph, Goodreads automatic synchronization

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Reading Journey Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| Reading Journey Plus | $29.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🥰 Cute and cozy reading experience
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 📚 Unique features like reading journey and DNF graveyard
- 🤳 Ability to import books from images and social media
- 💻 Responsive developers open to feedback

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Issues with location tracking and map feature
- 📝 Lack of batch import or Goodreads integration

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional bugs and glitches reported

**Requested features**

- Option to edit book page counts
- Additional star rating options (0.25, 0.75)
- Ability to follow other users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PNM e free?

PNM e is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Reading Journey free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PNM e or Reading Journey?

Reading Journey is rated higher. PNM e averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Reading Journey averages 4.7 from 395 ratings.

### Do PNM e or Reading Journey have ads?

Neither PNM e nor Reading Journey shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PNM e or Reading Journey?

PNM e ships an update every 2 months, and Reading Journey every 10 days. Most recently, PNM e was updated on November 6, 2026 and Reading Journey on November 6, 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.*