# PureReader vs Summit Reader

The clearest difference is rating: Summit Reader at 4.8 against PureReader's 4.2. Summit Reader also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 26) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months). PureReader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PureReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Summit Reader sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Summit Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Summit Reader has 1.3K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of PureReader's written reviews are positive against 86% of Summit Reader's.

PureReader ships an update every 3 months, Summit Reader every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PureReader | Summit Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/purereader-a-txtepub-reader/id879281112/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/summit-reader/id1307517930/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 26 | **1.3K** |
| Positive reviews | 84.6% of reviews | **85.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 8 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [乙丑 蒋](https://appshunter.io/developer/364993963) | [三英 郑](https://appshunter.io/developer/557534657) |

## What reviewers say

### PureReader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/purereader-a-txtepub-reader/id879281112)

This app offers a fast and simple way to read TXT and EPUB ebook files. Customize your reading experience with adjustable fonts, spacing, and themes. It supports one-handed use and file transfers via Wi-Fi or iTunes.

**Highlights:** Instant loading, Customizable line spacing, font size, and theme, One-handed gesture optimization, Downloadable and custom font support, Wi-Fi and iTunes file transfer, In-app purchase for unlimited files and organization

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PureReader Pro | $3.99 | one-time |


### Summit Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/summit-reader/id1307517930)

This app offers robust document management with unlimited storage, nested folders, and quick searching. It supports various archive formats, converts PDFs and Word docs to text, and allows easy exporting and customization of document covers. Enjoy a pleasant reading interface with diverse fonts and advanced TXT handling.

**Highlights:** Unlimited document storage, Nested folder organization, Archive format support (zip, rar, 7z), PDF/Word to text conversion, Customizable document covers, Advanced TXT chapter segmentation, Pleasant reading interface

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Extend VIP for 30 Days | $0.99 | one-time |
| Extend Membership for One Year | $4.99 | one-time |
| Extend VIP for Two Years | $7.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime VIP | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Best reading app
- 🚀 Powerful features
- 🎨 Highly customizable
- 💰 Great value for money
- 🔍 Comprehensive search and download options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes after recent updates
- 🔍 Inconsistent search and download functionality
- 🔌 Battery drain issues during audiobook playback
- 📱 Lack of multi-device sync
- 🚫 Persistent ads even for paid users

**Reported bugs**

- Playback stops unexpectedly when encountering certain symbols
- Horizontal dual-page mode cannot be disabled
- Inability to download new books after recent update
- Imported books not showing up in the library
- Settings menu and navigation buttons not working

**Requested features**

- Add support for Apple CarPlay
- Improve audiobook playback controls
- Introduce a dark mode option
- Allow custom text-to-speech voice selection
- Implement iCloud sync for bookmarks and reading progress


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PureReader free?

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

### Is Summit Reader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PureReader or Summit Reader?

Summit Reader is rated higher. PureReader averages 4.2 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Summit Reader averages 4.8 from 1.3K ratings.

### Do PureReader or Summit Reader have ads?

Summit Reader shows ads; PureReader does not.

### Which is updated more often, PureReader or Summit Reader?

PureReader ships an update every 3 months, and Summit Reader every 3 weeks. Most recently, PureReader was updated on September 27, 2026 and Summit Reader on September 27, 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.*