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Best Paperback Apps & Games

248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3★, the paperback category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 248+ apps and games we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Paperback Apps & Games (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Paperback - Comic/Manga ReaderPaperback - Comic/Manga ReaderFree4.3★ (569)NoNoJul 2026
2TachimangaTachimangaFree4.8★ (5.3K)YesYesAug 2026
3Manga Reader ㅤManga Reader ㅤFree4.5★ (18K)YesYesAug 2026
4MangaPinMangaPinFree4.9★ (5.1K)NoYesAug 2026
5Panels - Comic ReaderPanels - Comic ReaderFree4.8★ (12K)NoYesAug 2026
6Manga Bat - Daily UpdateManga Bat - Daily UpdateFree4.4★ (1.1K)YesNoAug 2026
7PaperbackPaperbackFree—NoNoMay 2026
8Manta - Manga, Manhwa, NovelsManta - Manga, Manhwa, NovelsFree4.7★ (27K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Paperback

Paperback - Comic/Manga Reader#1

Paperback - Comic/Manga Reader by Faizan Durrani

Comic/Manga reader for Komga
Editor's Choice
🎬 Entertainment
4.3😊(569 ratings)
Free
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This app provides an ad-free reading experience for comics and manga from a Komga server. It offers extensive customization through a scripting API, allowing users to extend its functionality with TypeScript or JavaScript.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fantastic app with great features
  • 👍 Clean and efficient UI
  • 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases
  • 🎨 Customizable themes and settings

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
  • 🔍 Confusing setup and onboarding process
  • 🔄 Unreliable library sync and update features
Tachimanga#2

Tachimanga by Tekbrio LLC

Full-featured manga reader
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
4.8😊(5.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore a vast manga library with this reader app. It supports popular formats like ZIP/CBZ and EPUB, and can connect to self-hosted manga servers for a personalized reading experience.

What We Love

  • 👍 Smooth and intuitive user experience
  • 🚀 Efficient manga/manhwa/manhua sourcing
  • 🔒 Secure and private reading experience
  • 💡 Customizable reading settings

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional app crashes or freezes
  • 🔋 High cache usage leading to storage issues
  • 🔒 Premium features locked behind paywall
Manga Reader ㅤ#3

Manga Reader ㅤ by Manga Reader Apps LLC

Largest Library. Easy Reading.
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.5😞(18K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access a vast and ever-growing library of manga titles with seamless navigation and a smooth reading experience. Discover new stories, track your progress, and enjoy personalized recommendations. Download manga for offline reading and explore curated content.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Lots of manga options
  • 👍 Clean and simple interface
  • 🚀 Fast chapter loading

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Manga pages out of order
  • 🐛 Chapters not loading properly
  • 🔒 Paywall blocks content

More Paperback apps to explore

4
MangaPin
MangaPin
MangaPin
Web browser for manga
Free

This app is a dedicated web browser for manga enthusiasts, offering a distraction-free reading experience with an adblocker and a specialized reader mode. It helps users track their reading progress, manage their manga library, and download content for offline access.

Distraction-free readingBuilt-in adblockManga reader mode
🎬 Entertainment
(5.1K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Panels - Comic Reader
Panels - Comic Reader
Panels - Comic Reader
The best comic & manga reader
Free

Enhance your comic and manga reading with a clean, customizable interface. Enjoy universal file compatibility, cross-device syncing, and advanced reading presets. Organize your library, secure your content, and import from various cloud services and local networks.

Universal file compatibility (CBR, CBZ, PDF, ePUB)Cross-device reading progress synciCloud Drive integration
📚 Books
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Manga Bat - Daily Update
Manga Bat - Daily Update
Manga Bat - Daily Update
Manhwa, Manga, Manhua Update
Free

Access a vast library of manga, manhwa, and manhua with this reader app. Enjoy daily updates, offline downloads, and personalized reading modes. Seamlessly navigate thousands of titles from various online sources.

Vast manga libraryDaily chapter updatesOffline reading
📚 Books
(1.1K)
ad-supported
7
Paperback
Paperback
Paperback
by Teejeigh LLC
Free
📚 Books
(0)
8
Manta - Manga, Manhwa, Novels
Manta - Manga, Manhwa, Novels
Manta - Manga, Manhwa, Novels
Read best manga & webcomics
Free

Access a vast library of webcomics and webnovels across various genres like romance, action, and fantasy. Enjoy exclusive titles and original novels with daily free episodes or an unlimited subscription.

Diverse webcomic and webnovel libraryMultiple genres including romance, action, fantasy, horror, BLExclusive and hit series
📚 Books
(27K)
free with in-app purchases
9
WeToon: Comics & Manga
WeToon: Comics & Manga
WeToon: Comics & Manga
Find stories
Free

Discover trending comics and webtoon-style stories with a smooth reading experience. Explore popular genres like action, romance, and fantasy, and stay updated with new chapters. Find your next favorite read based on your mood.

Trending comics and webtoonsSmooth reading experienceExplore popular genres
🎬 Entertainment
(5)
ad-supported
10
MangaKakalot - Manga Reader
MangaKakalot - Manga Reader
MangaKakalot - Manga Reader
Top Manga Rock Alternative
Free

Explore a vast library of manga and comics with a simple, professional interface. Discover popular titles, track new releases, and enjoy a personalized reading experience with various viewing modes and genre selections.

Unlimited manga contentPopular manga discoveryNewest, Top, Completed, Ongoing status
🎬 Entertainment
(581)
free with in-app purchases
11
Shimoe Manga Reader
Shimoe Manga Reader
Shimoe Manga Reader
Manga & Webtoon Reader App
Free

Read comics, manhua, manhwa, webtoon, and manga with this free reader app. Organize your library, download chapters for offline access, and customize your reading experience. No login is required to start enjoying your favorite titles.

Create and categorize your own libraryBlock specific genresDownload chapters for offline reading
📚 Books
(1.7K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Tachiyomi
Tachiyomi
Tachiyomi
Novels & Manga, One Library
Free

Discover and manage your favorite novels with this reading app. It offers personalized reading experiences with adjustable fonts and themes, and allows you to track your progress and library updates.

Discover novels by genreAdd series to personal libraryTrack reading progress
📚 Books
(4)
ad-supported
13
Paperback Vol. 2
Paperback Vol. 2
Paperback Vol. 2
A novel deck-building game
$4.99

This is a novel deck-building game where players craft words to create clever combos and become bestselling authors. It features new cards, modes, art, and advanced AI for challenging gameplay or cooperative play with friends.

Deck-building word game mechanicsNew cards and abilitiesCooperative mode with friends or AI
🎮 Games
(47)
paid
14
WEBTOON: Manga, Comics, Manhwa
WEBTOON: Manga, Comics, Manhwa
WEBTOON: Manga, Comics, Manhwa
Read manga, comics, and manhwa
Free

Discover millions of free episodes from diverse genres of webcomics, manga, and manhwa. Engage with a global community of fans and creators, and even publish your own stories. Unlock premium content with in-app purchases.

Millions of free episodesDiverse genresVideo episodes
🎬 Entertainment
(507K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Geometry Dash Lite
Geometry Dash Lite
Geometry Dash Lite
by RobTop Games AB
Free

Experience a rhythm-based action platformer where you must jump and fly through dangerous levels filled with obstacles. Master simple one-touch gameplay to overcome challenges and unlock customization options for your character. Practice your skills to conquer increasingly difficult stages.

Rhythm-based action platformingUnlockable icons and colorsRocket flying and gravity flipping
🎮 Games
(257K)
ad-supported
16
Noxyr - comic & manga
Noxyr - comic & manga
Noxyr - comic & manga
by Ramandeep Singh
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
17
Thorium Reader
Thorium Reader
Thorium Reader
Read it your way
Free

Organize all your ebooks, comics, and manga in a single app. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text, fonts, and themes. Listen to audiobooks and zoom into visual content with ease.

Unified bookshelf for all contentAdjustable text size and spacingMultiple font options
📚 Books
(7)
free
18
Manga Lek
Manga Lek
Manga Lek
Read Manga, Manhua & Manhwa
Free
📚 Books
(0)
19
Manga Reader Pro: Comic Viewer
Manga Reader Pro: Comic Viewer
Manga Reader Pro: Comic Viewer
Read unlimited series online
Free

Discover trending comics, follow the latest chapters, and enjoy a smarter way to read manga. This app combines a reader, image search, daily updates, and personalized recommendations to help you find more stories you'll love. Read manga, manhwa, manhua, webtoon, and comics all in one place.

Daily chapter updatesImage search for manga identificationSmart reading experience with multiple modes
📚 Books
(3)
free with in-app purchases
20
MangaToon: Comic & Manga
MangaToon: Comic & Manga
MangaToon: Comic & Manga
Read Manga & Chat Stories
Free

Explore a vast library of comics, manga, webtoons, and chat stories across various genres. Enjoy a smooth reading experience with offline downloads and community discussions. Unlock new chapters through free methods or in-app purchases.

Vast comic and manga libraryMultiple genres availableChat story format
📚 Books
(4.7K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Paperback

What are the best paperback apps & games for iPhone?
Paperback - Comic/Manga Reader tops our paperback apps & games ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 569 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top paperback apps & games we rank are free to download, including Paperback - Comic/Manga Reader and Tachimanga.
Paperback - Comic/Manga Reader has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ paperback apps & games on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Paperback is an ad-free application designed for iOS devices that functions as a client for Komga servers. It allows users to read their comic and manga collections hosted on a Komga server.
The app offers an ad-free reading experience and supports an extensive scripting API. This API, written in TypeScript or JavaScript, allows users to extend the app's functionality and customize their reading experience.

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