249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
kankan Novels is the household name in kankan novels, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | — | No | Yes | May 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 1.6★ (136) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.6★ (291) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 1.7★ (128) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.7★ (3) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.3★ (15) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 3.3★ (199) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 |
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