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MapleRead vs Thorium Reader
Both stand on ebook reader software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan iPhone
Choose MapleRead if you read on iOS and want EPUB customization, learning tools, and organized collections. Choose SE if PDF reading or a built-in Library Server matters; CE omits both, while CX has limitations.
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Free plan iPhoneLinuxMac+1
Thorium Reader combines broad publication-format support with reading controls, accessibility support, and offline access to downloads. Readers using LCP-protected files or VoiceOver on iOS should note the stated connection requirement and reading limitations.
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| MapleRead | Thorium Reader | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone | iPhone, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | MapleRead CE: $6.99, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | maplepop.com | thoriumreader.com |
| On ebook reader software | #22 of 27 | #18 of 27 |
MapleRead: what it does well
- Customizable EPUB styles, layouts, themes, and fonts
- Narrator voices in over 40 languages
- Word lookup, translation, vocabulary, highlights, and notes
- Book sets, tags, and editable metadata
- Cloud sync includes reading positions and annotations
What to know first
- Available on iOS only
- CX has limitations and in-app purchases
- Cloud sync does not include book files
Thorium Reader: what it does well
- Free on all listed platforms
- Supports ebooks, audiobooks, comics, and documents
- Adjustable text, themes, spacing, and fonts
- Downloaded publications can be read or heard offline
- Supports JAWS, NVDA, Narrator, and VoiceOver
What to know first
- LCP-protected files need an online connection once
- Known VoiceOver limitations for EPUB and PDF reading on iOS
- Platform minimum versions may exclude older systems
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