How to read books on iPhone and iPad comfortably

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

Five handy applications where you can read texts from any source.

1.eBoox

Supported formats: FB2, EPUB, MOBI, DOC, DOCX, TXT, ZIP

If you like the minimalism of the standard iBooks reader but don't like the fixed indentation and limited format support, you can try eBoox. This program is just as airy and easy to use, but it reads FB2, MOBI and other popular file types not available in iBooks. In addition, eBoox gives you more control over the visual side of the text: adjust the indentation as you like.

The only thing eBoox might be missing is the synchronization of read positions, bookmarks and other metadata between devices. The program is free.

2. Bookmate

Supported formats: FB2, EPUB

Bookmate is a handy reader with basic text display settings. You can adjust the side padding, font size and type, line spacing, and background color. What's more, Bookmate is also a book recommendation social service and a library with thousands of free books. A very interesting combination.

Despite having an internal bookstore, Bookmate allows you to upload your own texts for free. The service automatically syncs data between different devices and platforms. As for compatibility with files, the reader is limited to only the most popular formats.

3. PocketBook Reader

Supported formats: EPUB, FB2, PDF, DJVU, TXT, FB2. ZIP, CHM, HTML (basic), CBZ, CBR, СBT, RTF

The PocketBook reader cannot be called minimalistic, but it will hardly be able to confuse you with a large number of settings and functions. In addition to the typical options, you get control of auto-scrolling and paging zones. There is a quick export of words to Google, Wikipedia and a built-in dictionary. You can include reading aloud. It is very convenient to change the scale of the text with a pinch.

PocketBook supports synchronization between devices via Dropbox. In addition, the application has a built-in ReadRate recommendation service, where you can view reviews, ratings and other information about books. Support for DJVU, a popular format of illustrated books, deserves special attention. The app is available without ads and for free.

4. KyBook 2

Supported formats: EPUB, FB2, RTF, PDF, DJVU, MOBI, AZW3, CBR, CBZ, CBT, MP3, M4A, M4B

It seems that this monstrous reader boasts all the settings and functions that can only come in handy when reading from a mobile device. Changing interface themes, managing headers and footers, sorting downloaded books according to different criteria, connecting various dictionaries, speed reading mode - this is just a small part of everything that is in KyBook 2.

Not every reader needs such an arsenal, but if you love customization, you can try this program. KyBook 2 is available for free for a month, after which some functions are disabled. You can unblock them and remove ads at the same time for 299 rubles.

5. Marvin 3

Supported formats: EPUB, CBZ, CBR

Another reader with an ultimatum set of functions, which approaches the capabilities of KyBook 2. But Marvin 3 only supports one book format (EPUB) and at the same time costs a little more. And in return, besides the ability to read comics (CBZ, CBR), it offers nothing revolutionary. And nevertheless, the application is beautiful, and after getting used to it, it is very convenient.

You can test Marvin 3 for free. But the banner at the bottom of the screen will remind you of the existence of the premium version with a set of multi-colored skins.