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Manobook vs MoboReader

Manobook 4.6★ · Free + IAP 75
Winner Manobook
MoboReader 4.2★ · Free + IAP 65

Manobook has a slight edge over MoboReader due to its generally better-received free-to-read options and a perception of more reasonable pricing, despite both apps facing similar complaints about cost and chapter length.

Full reviews: Manobook · MoboReader

Both Manobook and MoboReader offer engaging stories with a free-to-read model relying on ads, but users often find the cost to unlock chapters prohibitive. Manobook generally receives more positive feedback regarding its ad-watching options and overall value, while MoboReader users frequently complain about short chapters and difficulty earning or managing coins.

Head to head

Story Quality & Variety tieR2R5R9R15
Manobook Manobook users consistently praise the stories as good, entertaining, captivating, and engaging, with a wide range of options and well-written content R5R9R15. Some note that stories can be very long R2.
MoboReader MoboReader users also find the stories attention-grabbing, interesting, well-written, and addictive, with good plot lines and characters . They appreciate the wide range of stories available .
Pricing & Value (Free vs. Paid) edge: ManobookR1R3R4R7
Manobook Manobook users appreciate the option to read chapters for free by watching ads R7R24R29R45. However, many find the app gets expensive, with chapters costing a high number of coins (e.g., 250 coins, 447 coins) making it difficult to finish books without significant spending R1R3R4. Some note that coin costs increase towards the end of books R14.
MoboReader MoboReader users also value the ability to watch ads for chapters R55. However, they frequently complain about the high cost of books and coins, stating that coins don't last long R59. Some mention that chapters are very short, exacerbating the cost issue R55R59.
Ease of Use & Ad Experience edge: ManobookR1R4R7R12
Manobook Manobook is generally considered easy to use R44. Users appreciate the ability to watch ads to earn chapters, with some finding it a great option R7R29R45. However, some find watching too many videos for short chapters frustrating R1, experience ads stopping or not providing enough points R4R13, or have issues with coins not converting R16. Some wish for more ways to get coins besides buying R12.
MoboReader MoboReader users find the app easy to navigate and read . However, the ad experience is a frequent point of frustration, with users citing repetitive ads , ads being few and far between at times R55, and having to watch multiple ads for short chapters . Users also report difficulty finding how to exchange points for coins or accessing help .
Reliability & Support edge: ManobookR4R16R44R54
Manobook Manobook users generally report a reliable reading experience R44. One user mentioned having trouble with coins not converting to reading coins R16. Another noted an issue with a weekly subscription not providing full access R4.
MoboReader MoboReader has serious reliability and support concerns, with one user reporting inability to cancel a subscription and no replies to emails, suggesting it might be a scam R54. Another user mentioned money being taken from their account without knowing why R59. Difficulty accessing the help assistant was also noted .
Pick Manobook if

you prioritize a generally smoother free-to-read experience with ads and a perception of more reasonable coin purchasing options, despite potential cost increases towards the end of books R7R24R29.

Pick MoboReader if

you are willing to tolerate more frequent and repetitive ads, shorter chapters, and potential difficulties with coin management in exchange for a wide selection of engaging stories .

Evidence note: The evidence for reliability and support for MoboReader is based on a few strong negative reviews, which might not represent the experience of all users but are significant enough to highlight.

Frequently asked

Can I read books for free on Manobook and MoboReader?
Yes, both Manobook and MoboReader allow users to read chapters for free by watching ads (R7, R24, R29, R45 for Manobook; , R55, , , , , , , for MoboReader).
Are the books expensive on these apps?
Users report that books on both apps can become expensive, requiring many coins per chapter, especially towards the end of a story (R1, R3, R13, R14, for Manobook; , , , R59, for MoboReader).
Do the apps have short chapters?
MoboReader users frequently complain that chapters are very short, which exacerbates the cost of unlocking them R55R59. Manobook users mention that stories can be very long, but not specifically that chapters are too short R2R11.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] Manobook 5/5 · US Tres motociclista Alfas quieren un matrimonio abierto: La trama está muy buena, pero muy larga. Siguen alargando mucho. Salen de una trama cuando está más emocionante y pasan a otra y se pierde la emoción
  2. [R5] Manobook 5/5 · US Perfect for read and relax: Wonderful app for read
  3. [R9] Manobook 5/5 · US Love it: Very entertaining can’t put it down once I start reading
  4. [R15] Manobook 5/5 · US Jilted Hires marriage, billionaire tycoon: Love this book so interesting and it’s down to earth. I can relate to a lot of the stuff that’s going in love this love it love it love it.
  5. [R1] Manobook 2/5 · US Wish you had better options: The stories are good, enough to keep me interested. Having to watch so many videos for a chapter that I read in less than half the time I spend watching videos is nonsense, but I can’t bring myself to spend what would be at least 30 dollars or more to read a book that if it had regular chapters it would probably only be maybe a 40 to 50 chapter book. At least other App
  6. [R3] Manobook 3/5 · US Gets expensive: As much as I love this reading on this app, it gets too expensive. 250 coins for a chapter is robbery! And not many ways to get coins except buying, as much as I love the app I’ll have to delete it. Three star for the ridiculous amount of coins it cost for a chapter after you’re already caught up in a book and want to know the ending.
  7. [R4] Manobook 1/5 · US Hard to understand!: I purchased a weekly subscription thinking that meant I’d have a seven day access to my book. Yeah that apparently isn’t true. I got like two days then it’s made me watch ad after ad to read the next chapter. Then after so many then it wouldn’t even let me do that anymore. It’s making me watch other ads with very few points with each just trying to get enough to read the next
  8. [R7] Manobook 5/5 · US Good stories, read for free: I love this app because you can read chapters for free by watching ads. Much better compared to some of the other apps which you can read only by paying a lot for coins. Would definitely recommend this app!
  9. [R12] Manobook 3/5 · US Good: It’s a pretty good app. I do wish there were more ways to get coins besides buying them.
  10. [R16] Manobook 5/5 · US Starr: I’m intrigued by the storytelling and it’s very engaging. I do have a little trouble with getting some of my coins because they’re not able to turn in to reading coins, which makes it very difficult.
  11. [R44] Manobook 5/5 · US Best App: This app is great. It’s easy to use and doesn’t really give me a headache like most others would considering that they give a great option for purchasing the necessary to continue reading if the ads aren’t enough. Great app. Definitely worth recommending.
  12. [R54] MoboReader 1/5 · GB Do not sign up - scam: Unable to cancel as it does not show in Apps for Apple, Google or PayPal. They do not reply to emails. Should be taken down.
  13. [R24] Manobook 5/5 · US 👍🏻: Great stories and love the ability to read quite a bit for free before having to pay for chapters.
  14. [R29] Manobook 5/5 · US Addicting: This app is addicting I love it I’m able to watch ads to read no stopping.
  15. [R45] Manobook 5/5 · US Ads: Having ads to watch in order to read next chapter when you have no coins left is actually great for me.
  16. [R13] Manobook 5/5 · US Really nice app: I really like this app. It allowed me to read almost the entire book by just watching ads until it got almost to the end and then they stopped the ads and make you pay for the chapters which for one chapter can cause 447 coins, which means you will have to pay a lot of money just to finish the book so I wasn’t happy with that. If you pay $4.99 for 500 coins you’re only going to ge
  17. [R14] Manobook 3/5 · US Review: I enjoy the books. At the end the book the number of coins increases with the chapters and this is the main down fall. If the app allowed you to complete a book with the same amount of coins on each chapter it would be more enjoyable.
  18. [R11] Manobook 4/5 · US Great app: Reslly good app, reasonable price per coins but too many chapters per book lol
  19. [R55] MoboReader 5/5 · GB Was really enjoying the story but !!: You need patience to us this app, don’t mind watching adds to get further chapters but I have hit a point where they are few and far between, some chapters are so short too. It also seems that the book I’ve been reading is in fact not finished so I will probably leave it alone for awhile and just check in now and then.a bit disappointed really.
  20. [R59] MoboReader 3/5 · GB Chapters to short: I do love these books but the chapters are way to short that might be why there not expensive to buy but the books on this app are lovely to read I haven't stopped since just be carful as they was taking money from my account and I didn't know why like every two days only small amounts but still.

Synthesized from 100 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store