FBReader vs Foliate
FBReader
fbreader.orgFoliate
johnfactotum.github.ioSide by side
| Figure | FBReader | Foliate |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Spec score · Ebook Reader Software | 8.5 (#5) | 7.6 (#17) |
| Support | The maker directs users to its FAQ and public Telegram group for online support. | The project directs users to its FAQ, issue tracker, and discussion forum for questions and feedback. |
Plans
FBReader
- FBReader for iOSFree
- FBReader for Windows/macOS/LinuxFree
- FBReader Free for AndroidFree
- FBReader Premium for Android$14.99, paid once
In their own words
FBReader
FBReader is an ebook reader for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS. It opens formats including ePub, fb2, mobi, HTML, RTF, and plain text, as well as ePub books protected with Readium LCP. Its Book Network can synchronize collections, reading positions, bookmarks, and custom shelves across supported devices. Books in the network are stored in the user's Google Drive space, while metadata, covers, and reading positions are stored on FBReader servers.
Online OPDS book catalogues are supported on Android, Windows, macOS, and Linux; iOS support is planned. Android Premium adds PDF and comics support, Google and DeepL translation integration, and automatic reading aloud. The free iOS version is limited to ten books and disables online translators. FBReader offers free plans for desktop, Android, and iOS; Android Premium is $14.99 as a one-time purchase. The company says its current code is closed source.
Foliate
Foliate has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.