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Old 07-28-2023, 09:30 AM   #1
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Best app for library/book reading?
I'm new to Android, what is the best app for book/library? I mainly do reading of textbooks in pdf/epub format, thanks
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Old 07-28-2023, 10:15 AM   #2
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Caveat: neither of the following apps work with DRMed books. If you need to read library books or textbooks with hardened DRM, you should check the vender or library for a list of possible apps.

For deDRMed books,


I find that I, personally, quite like Moonreader+ for reading epubs (it has all the functions I personally want and it shows notes as a popup) although I vastly prefer EBookDroid for reading PDF's (it has some very handy splitting, cropping and viewing options).

However both Moonreader and EbookDroid have a less then ideal learning curve due to the sheer number of menus and options for customization. EbookDroid does not have reflow options, Moonreader occasionally duplicates chapters. I also can't say much about the notetaking options for either app.

As always YMMV.
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Old 07-28-2023, 02:43 PM   #4
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What about ReadEra? Is it good? Someone recommended this to me, I checked and it seems to support all formats (Epub, PDF, Djvu, Mobi). Also, EBookDroid seems to not be updated since 2021
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Old 07-28-2023, 06:27 PM   #5
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What about ReadEra? Is it good? Someone recommended this to me, I checked and it seems to support all formats (Epub, PDF, Djvu, Mobi). Also, EBookDroid seems to not be updated since 2021
Won't work. You need an app that support Adobe DRM.

I suggest you try The Pocketbook app. Another app to try is Libby.
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Won't work. You need an app that support Adobe DRM
Sorry for my ignorance, what is Adobe DRM? And how does it affect the different file formats? Thanks
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Most libraries specify a specific app, though some work with any app that supports Adobe's DRM. You need then to register with Adobe.
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I'm new to Android, what is the best app for book/library? I mainly do reading of textbooks in pdf/epub format, thanks
We have a huge library of the best book/library apps you can discover. If you are an Android user, APK Mod version will be best for you
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If anyone recommends MoonReader+, ignore it. It's garbage.
So, what is your recommendation?
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I'm new to Android, what is the best app for book/library? I mainly do reading of textbooks in pdf/epub format, thanks
Moon+Reader was my joice as an Android reader for many years. It is really a great reader - at least for me.

Since I bought a Pocketbook Touch HD3 I switched to KOreader. And I liked it a lot! It replaced Moon+Reader on all my devices and KOreader is now my favorite.

If you use only one Android device or maybe two I would recommend Moon+Reader. The learning curve is easier.
Moon+Reader does not look so good on e-Ink Android devices e.g. the Boox readers. It is perfect on Smartphones and Tablets.

KOreader is perfect for e-Ink devices. If you are willing to invest in learning how to handle KOreader I am sure you will not consider any other reader.
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Moon+Reader was my joice as an Android reader for many years. It is really a great reader - at least for me.

Since I bought a Pocketbook Touch HD3 I switched to KOreader. And I liked it a lot! It replaced Moon+Reader on all my devices and KOreader is now my favorite.

If you use only one Android device or maybe two I would recommend Moon+Reader. The learning curve is easier.
Moon+Reader does not look so good on e-Ink Android devices e.g. the Boox readers. It is perfect on Smartphones and Tablets.

KOreader is perfect for e-Ink devices. If you are willing to invest in learning how to handle KOreader I am sure you will not consider any other reader.
That was my choice as well. Changed to KOReader 2 years ago after more than 10 years using Moon+ Reader.

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Why?

That was my choice as well. Changed to KOReader 2 years ago after more than 10 years using Moon+ Reader.

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Because MoodReader is terrible at respecting the CSS.
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Because MoodReader is terrible at respecting the CSS.
I have read many posts about you guys modifying your ebooks. They are very interesting.

My library is a bit of a mess. Everything is converted to epub in Calibre since nearly all my books come from Amazon. So all of them have different attributes. Instead of correcting them I use KOReader tweaks when needed and regarding Moon+ Reader, as far as it shows a proper paragraph indentation and no space between paragraphs I am fine since I don't read illustrated books.

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