Foliate vs Librera Reader
Foliate
johnfactotum.github.ioLibrera Reader
librera.mobiSide by side
| Figure | Foliate | Librera Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | Free |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | Yes |
| Web | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Spec score · Ebook Reader Software | 7.6 (#17) | 8.9 (#2) |
| Purpose | Foliate is an e-book reader for Linux. | Librera Reader is an ebook and document reader for Android devices. |
| Support | The project directs users to its FAQ, issue tracker, and discussion forum for questions and feedback. | The maker lists [email protected] as the support contact. |
| Text to speech | Text-to-speech uses Speech Dispatcher and requires Speech Dispatcher and an output module such as espeak-ng to be installed. | The app can pronounce selections or read entire books aloud through an installed text-to-speech engine. |
Plans
Librera Reader
- FreeFree
- Free Librera ReaderFree
- Librera PRO$5.99, paid once
- Librera PRO$5.99, paid once
In their own words
Foliate
Foliate has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Librera Reader
Librera Reader is an ebook and document reader for Android, with a browser-based reader and a macOS beta also listed. It opens formats including PDF, EPUB, MOBI, DjVu, FB2, TXT, RTF, AZW, AZW3, HTML, CBZ, and CBR. Readers can locate files by scanning folders, browsing with the in-app file explorer, or returning to recent items. Reading tools include bookmarks, annotations, text search, EPUB3 tables of contents, and adjustable Day and Night modes. Progress and bookmarks can sync between Android devices through Google Drive. The app also offers configurable text-to-speech with a built-in media player, online catalogs, cloud sources, and online and offline dictionaries. Access can be restricted with a password or the device’s fingerprint authentication. The free plan is ad-supported; Librera PRO removes ads and costs 5.99 USD once. The maker lists Kyiv, Ukraine as its headquarters.