My Library (LCSD) vs Readmoo 看書
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
My Library (LCSD)
Access Hong Kong Public Library services conveniently. Manage multiple accounts, search and reserve materials, receive personalized notifications, and pay fines. Locate nearby libraries and scan ISBNs for quick information.
- Manage multiple library accounts
- Search, reserve, and renew materials
- Personalized alert services
- Locate nearest libraries via GPS
- Scan ISBN barcodes
- Pay fines and fees via mobile payment
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"My Library" (the app), developed and maintained by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, provides a safe and convenient channel to access the services of the Hong Kong Public Libraries. Through the app, members of the public can: > access to and Management of multiple library accounts > viewing of transaction history > search, reserve and renew library materials > save and retrieve library materials in My Lists > check the addresses and opening hours of public libraries > locate the nearest libraries via GPS > use personalised alert services to receive notifications, including pick-up notices and due date reminders > search library materials by scanning the ISBN barcode > share the information of library materials to friends through e-mail, instant messaging tools and social sharing platforms > paying overdue fines and reservation fees by mobile payment services Personal Information Collection Statement 1. The personal data collected in the app will only be used for processing your library account or handling your enquiry. 2. The personal data required in the app include your library card number/Hong Kong identity card number and your library account password. Whether you store your personal data in the app is optional. If you have logged in with your Hong Kong identity card number, it will be converted and saved as a library card number. 3. The app will collect the device model, system version, usage and login records as general statistical data for helping the LCSD compile statistics or diagnosing system problems, so as to enhance the app and facilitate your use of our library services. 4. The app will obtain your location data via GPS and show you the nearest public libraries and any related information. Your location data will not be saved in the app. 5. The function of direct phone calling to branch libraries is provided in the app, but it will not collect any personal data. 6. The personalized library information notification service provided in the app will send the identifier of your device together with your alert messages to Apple Inc., from whom the messages will be pushed to your device. 7. The social media sharing function for library item information provided in the app will not release your personal data to any external parties. However, the privacy policy for handling personal data from other social media is beyond the control of LCSD and LCSD would not accept any joint liability. 8. The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) is committed to ensuring that all personal data provided through the app is handled in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. For details about the privacy policy of the LCSD, please refer to the website at the following URL: http://www.lcsd.gov.hk/en/info_pdo.php
Readmoo 看書
Access a vast library of traditional Chinese e-books and audiobooks. Enjoy a personalized reading experience with features like offline access, cloud syncing, customizable text, and annotation tools. Track your reading progress and share favorite quotes.
- Offline reading
- Cloud sync
- Vertical/horizontal text switch
- Multiple font options
- Adjustable line height
- Highlighting and notes
- Bookmarks
- Color scheme options
- Unlimited reading/listening
- Reading achievements
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Readmoo 讀墨是台灣最大繁體中文電子書服務,擁有數十萬本電子書。使用「Readmoo 看書」,讓您享受美好的閱讀體驗,並享有以下功能: 1. 離線閱讀:可將書籍下載至裝置,下載完成後無需網路連線也能順暢閱讀。 2. 雲端同步:連線時即可同步閱讀進度,在不同的裝置接續未完的閱讀旅程。 3. 直橫轉換:一鍵即可轉換直排/橫排,帶給您最大的自由。 4. 多種字體:內建多種授權中文字體,各種風格任您挑選。 5. 設定行高:可自行調整行高,找出最舒適的閱讀版面。 6. 劃線註記:在您讀到有感觸的句子時,添加一筆劃線,寫下一則註記。 7. 書籤紀錄:收藏您的閱讀痕跡,隨時快速前往查看。 8. 切換配色:可切換復古、夜間等配色,享受最舒適的閱讀環境。 9. 暢讀/暢聽服務:上千種暢銷書籍、雜誌、有聲書無限閱聽。 10. 閱讀成就:記錄您的閱讀時間與軌跡,設定每日閱讀目標,養成閱讀習慣。 11. 金句分享:將劃線製作成各種樣式的金句圖,方便社群分享或日常紀錄。
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: My Library (LCSD) at none against Readmoo 看書's 3. My Library (LCSD) also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.0). Readmoo 看書's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 3). On price, ads and device support 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. Readmoo 看書 sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. My Library (LCSD) asks for nothing beyond the download.
My Library (LCSD) holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Readmoo 看書 has 1.5K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.
My Library (LCSD) ships an update every 4 months, Readmoo 看書 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | My Library (LCSD) | Readmoo 看書 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | 4.8 (1.5K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 52.9% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 1.5K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 242 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Leisure and Cultural Services Department | eCrowdmedia |
Customer experience
My Library (LCSD)
Readmoo 看書
Bugs and requests
My Library (LCSD)
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Readmoo 看書
Reported bugs
3 issues- Inability to log in or access account
- Inconsistent behavior when navigating between books
- Errors when trying to download or access purchased books
Requested features
4 requests- Add simple/traditional Chinese switching
- Improve in-app purchase functionality
- Implement advanced text-to-speech capabilities
- Optimize app for iPad and larger screens
In-app purchases
My Library (LCSD)
No in-app purchases
Readmoo 看書
- 愛犢幣 210$9.99
- 愛犢幣 360$16.99
- 愛犢幣 690$32.99
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