# PNM e vs NovelPlus

The clearest difference is rating: NovelPlus at 4.5 against PNM e's 1.0. NovelPlus also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (40% vs 11%). PNM e's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NovelPlus sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. PNM e asks for nothing beyond the download.

NovelPlus holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of PNM e's written reviews are positive against 40% of NovelPlus's.

PNM e ships an update every 2 months, NovelPlus every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on August 8, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PNM e | NovelPlus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pnm-e-reader/id756399885/reviews) | **[4.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novelplus/id993607569/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **6** |
| Positive reviews | 11.1% of reviews | **40.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 57 MB | 136 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Xentral Methods](https://appshunter.io/developer/464707106) | [NovelPlus](https://appshunter.io/developer/963009333) |

## 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


### NovelPlus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/novelplus/id993607569)

Access a vast library of books and stories across various genres. Connect with authors and readers, share your thoughts, and even publish your own work. Enjoy a social reading experience on your mobile device.

**Highlights:** Unlimited book and story access, Connect with authors and readers, Comment and discuss stories, Share reading experiences, Publish your own novels, Search by author, title, or genre

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ultimate Novel Plus (1 Month) | $0.99 | per month |
| Pass BukuBebas | $1.49 | per month |
| NovelPlus Premium | $2.49 | per month |
| NovelPlus Pro (Monthly) | $3.99 | per month |
| 580 nCoins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 nCoins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack (3 Chapters) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 950 nCoins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 2500 nCoins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 2000 nCoins | $3.99 | one-time |
| 4000 nCoins | $7.99 | one-time |
| 5000 nCoins | $8.99 | one-time |
| 10000 nCoins | $17.99 | one-time |
| 9000 nCoins | $17.99 | one-time |
| 12000 nCoins | $19.99 | one-time |
| 15000 nCoins | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PNM e free?

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

### Is NovelPlus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PNM e or NovelPlus?

NovelPlus is rated higher. PNM e averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while NovelPlus averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.

### Do PNM e or NovelPlus have ads?

Neither PNM e nor NovelPlus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PNM e or NovelPlus?

PNM e ships an update every 2 months, and NovelPlus every 8 days. Most recently, PNM e was updated on August 8, 2026 and NovelPlus on September 21, 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.*