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Icecream Ebook Reader vs Kotobee Author

Both stand on ebook creation software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Icecream Ebook Reader

Free plan Windows

Choose Icecream Ebook Reader if you want Windows reading, library organization, and annotation tools in an app that the maker says works offline. Look elsewhere if you need DRM-protected books, imports from another reader's library, EPUB or PDF export, or a platform other than Windows.

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Kotobee Author

Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

Educators, publishers, and training teams should consider Kotobee Author if they need interactive ebook authoring, assessments, and multiple export formats. Its free plan offers a way to start, while the paid starting price is $150. Check the subscription requirement if you plan to use formats that depend on Kotobee servers.

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The facts

Icecream Ebook ReaderKotobee Author
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWindowsAndroid, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows
Lowest paid planPRO lifetime license: $10, paid onceFree or on request
Plans published25
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteicecreamapps.comkotobee.com
On ebook creation software#14 of 28#10 of 28

Icecream Ebook Reader: what it does well

  • Reads EPUB, MOBI, PDF, FB2, CBR, CBZ, TXT, and ZIP.
  • Includes notes, highlights, bookmarks, and reading progress tracking.
  • Offers adjustable fonts, spacing, and page layouts.
  • The maker says it works offline and stores eBooks only on the PC.
  • A free plan is available for unlimited time.

What to know first

  • Does not support DRM-protected content.
  • Importing libraries from other eBook readers is unsupported.
  • Listed platform is Windows only.
  • EPUB and PDF export are not available.

Kotobee Author: what it does well

  • Imports PDF, HTML, Word, and EPUB files for editing.
  • Adds video, audio, animations, assessments, and book widgets.
  • Exports to more than 12 ebook formats, including mobile apps.
  • Supports SCORM, LTI, and Tin Can LMS integration.
  • Available on Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows.

What to know first

  • Some formats that rely on Kotobee servers require an active subscription.
  • Prices for the listed Basic, Premium, Mobile App Credits, and Institutional options are not included in the plan details.

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