The Ebook Converter vs ComicReader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Ebook Converter
Easily convert ebooks between numerous formats like EPUB, MOBI, and PDF. Simply select your file, choose an output format, and convert in seconds. Save, share, or open converted files in your preferred reader apps.
- Convert between major ebook formats
- Supports EPUB, MOBI, PDF, TXT, AZW3, and more
- Fast conversion in seconds
- Save, share, or open converted files
- In-app file browser
- Cloud and local conversion options
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Easily convert your ebooks between nearly any major formats! 1. Select your input file 2. Choose your output format ( MOBI, EPUB, PDF, TXT, AZW3 etc. ) 3. Convert! It will only take a few seconds. 4. Save your file, or open it in your favorite app! Choose from any of these output formats: MOBI, EPUB, TCR, PDB, PDF, AZW3, LRF, FB2, LIT, TXT, RTF, OEB You can convert from dozens of input formats, here are some of the most popular formats we support converting your ebooks from: EPUB, MOBI, PDF, TXT, FB2, DOCX, AZW3, ZIP, DOC, HTML and more! Save, Share or Open your converted ebooks in your favorite reader apps immediately. You can even browse your previously converted files with our in-app file browser. Conversions usually take less than 15 seconds! Conversion is done on a secure cloud server, which makes conversion easier, faster and much more battery-friendly. You must have an internet connection to use this app. Files are immediately deleted from the server after conversion. While the files are immediately deleted after conversion or cancellation, you should be aware that by using this app, you agree that your files will be sent over to internet from the app to the conversion server. We've also recently added support for local conversions for many popular conversion types. These conversions don't require a server, and are usually done almost instantly! We are continuing to add support for more local conversions with each update. This app includes an optional auto-renewable subscription (Premium Pass): Premium Pass beings with a free trial period, then an auto-renewable monthly subscription when trial ends. Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew (at the duration/price selected) unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hrs before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Current subscription may not be cancelled during the active subscription period; however, you can manage your subscription and/or turn off auto-renewal by visiting your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free initial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://float.support/the-ebook-converter/privacy Terms of Use: https://float.support/the-ebook-converter/terms
ComicReader
This application is designed for iPad users with extensive comic collections. It offers a polished interface to manage and read thousands of comics without performance issues. Import comics via iTunes, Wi-Fi web server, or the Files app.
- Polished interface
- Handles large comic collections (1500+ comics)
- Background comic import
- No pre-processing required
- Supports CBR, CBZ, and PDF
- Multiple import methods (iTunes, Wi-Fi, Files app)
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Your comics, ready when you are. ComicReader is a free, open-source comic book reader for iPhone, iPad and Mac. Bring your own comics, organise them into collections and enjoy the page in full screen. READ YOUR WAY • Open PDF, CBZ/ZIP and classic CBR/RAR comic archives. • Zoom into the artwork and move between pages with simple gestures. • Keep track of unread, in-progress and read books. • Return to your current comic when you reopen the app. • Read your imported comics offline. FREE PAGE TEXT • Recognise text on the page you are reading. • Select and copy recognised text, or share a phrase with the comic filename and page number. • Embedded PDF text is used when available; image-only pages are recognised on your device. BUILD YOUR LIBRARY • Select one or more comics with the system file picker. • Transfer books from another device using the built-in local-network uploader. • Connect your preferred WebDAV client. • On iPhone and iPad, use Finder or iTunes File Sharing over USB. • Group comics into folders and sort your collection by name, date or reading status. FREE ICLOUD SYNC • Keep your own comic files, read/unread status and current page in sync across your devices. • Open Free iCloud Sync from its dedicated toolbar button and choose whether to enable it. • Sync uses your personal iCloud Drive storage. iCloud Drive, sufficient storage and an internet connection are required. • Downloaded comics remain available offline. OPTIONAL COMICREADER PLUS ComicReader Plus is an optional non-consumable, one-time in-app purchase. Its localized price is shown before purchase. It adds four groups of tools: • Comic Search & Quotes: build a persistent page-by-page index for the comic you are reading, search its indexed pages and jump to a result. Save selected passages as editable quotes, then share them or return to their source page. • Custom Reading Lists: arrange comics in your own order without moving their files. Smart Queues gather Continue Reading, Unread and Read Again across folders. • Named Page Bookmarks for saving and returning to memorable pages. • Image Filters: Clear Ink, Grayscale and Warm Paper choices in the reader. Try the free preview; Original always remains available. Indexing can be stopped and resumed, and available pages can be searched while it continues. Search is limited to the current comic rather than the whole library. Recognition results vary with language, scan quality and stylised lettering, so check text before saving or sharing it. Search indexes, saved quotes, Reading Lists and Page Bookmarks stay on this device and are not included in iCloud sync. Saved quotes remain available to read, share and open if Plus is no longer active. Image Filters change only the on-screen rendering and never modify your comic files; Original restores the normal artwork. Current-page text recognition, copying, system sharing, reading, importing, transfers and iCloud sync remain free. Use the same Apple Account to restore your one-time Plus purchase across iPhone, iPad and Mac. There is no subscription, and no comics are included with the upgrade. FREE AND OPEN SOURCE ComicReader includes unlimited local-network transfers. It is based on ComicFlow and available under the GPL v3 licence. Source code: https://github.com/pclemente/ComicReader Original project: https://github.com/swisspol/ComicFlow ComicReader is a reader for files you provide. The sample comics shown in the screenshots are not included.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: The Ebook Converter at 4.5 against ComicReader's 3.5. The Ebook Converter also leads on ratings volume (2.4K vs 51) and review sentiment (31% vs 13%). ComicReader's advantage is monetization model (free vs freemium) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. The Ebook Converter sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and ComicReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
The Ebook Converter holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Ebook Converter has 2.4K ratings behind it against 51, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of The Ebook Converter's written reviews are positive against 13% of ComicReader's.
The Ebook Converter ships an update every 2 months, ComicReader every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Ebook Converter | ComicReader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (2.4K ratings) — better | 3.5 (51 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 31.1% of reviews — better | 12.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2.4K — better | 51 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 45 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Float Tech, LLC | Pablo Clemente |
Customer experience
The Ebook Converter
ComicReader
Bugs and requests
The Ebook Converter
Reported bugs
3 issues- Conversion failures
- Corrupted output files
- Compatibility issues with certain devices
Requested features
3 requests- Support for more file formats
- Batch conversion option
- Ability to rename converted files
ComicReader
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
The Ebook Converter
- Premium Pass$0.991 Month
- Premium Pass7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Lifetime Pass$9.99
- Lifetime Pass$19.99
- Lifetime Pass Promo$29.99
ComicReader
- ComicReader Plus$8.99
Questions
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