FBReader
7.6#4 in ebook reader software$14.99 one-timeFree planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS
VisitFBReader vs Readest
What both publish
| Fact | FBReader | Readest |
|---|---|---|
| Open source | FBReader says its current code is closed source and is no longer open source. | Readest says its free software is open source under the AGPL-3.0 license. |
| Support | The maker directs users to its FAQ and public Telegram group for online support. | Free and paid users can get support through documentation, community channels, GitHub issues, and support email. |
FBReader plans
- FBReader for iOSFree
- FBReader for Windows/macOS/LinuxFree
- FBReader Free for AndroidFree
- FBReader Premium for Android$14.99, paid once
Readest plans
- Free PlanFree
- Plus Plan$4.99 a month
- Pro Plan$9.99 a month
- Lifetime storage 1 GB$9.99, paid once
- Lifetime storage 2 GB$14.99, paid once
- Full Customization$19.99, paid once
Pick FBReader if…
FBReader suits readers who want an ebook app across desktop and mobile platforms, particularly those using supported text formats or the Book Network. Android users seeking PDF, comics, translation integration, or reading aloud can consider Premium.
Pick Readest if…
Readest suits readers who want annotation, lookup, translation, or text-to-speech alongside ebook reading. Its side-by-side mode may appeal to people reading two books in parallel.