Read CBR comics on iPad - the 3 best apps
Real old school comic fans will shudder, but: You can also read your comics as CBR files on the iPad. In this article we show you which three apps work best.
1. ComicFlow - Reading CBR files made easy
"ComicFlow" is not only free, but also the only open source app as an eComic reader. However, if you want to unlock all functions, you need an in-app purchase of EUR 4.49 at the time of the test.
- Advantages: Very clear and tidy design. Even large comic collections can be easily transferred to your iPad as CBR files using a USB cable.
- Disadvantages: In order to use all functions, you have to pay 4.49 euros as an in-app purchase. Because unfortunately the iOS app is only a lite version. However, you can read up to 50 comics on your iPad completely free of charge.
2. The Comic Zeal Comic Reader - conveniently read comics on the iPad
The "Comic Zeal Comic Reader" currently costs 4.49 euros. You get a lot for this:
- Advantages: The "Comic Zeal Comic Reader" organizes your CBR comic collection according to meaningful criteria such as series or genre. You can also search and find comics based on your own tags. The app scores with an intuitive zoom. The comic import runs via USB cable or via cloud storage with "Dropbox". It's also great that you can create scheduled read lists.
- Disadvantages: Some users report problems since the last flat design update for iOS 7. However, everything worked without problems in the test.
3rd place for CBR files on the iPad: the free CloudReaders app
"CloudReaders pdf, cbz, cbr" is a straightforward free eReader for your comics on the iPad.
- Advantages: The iOS app is free. You import your CBR files via USB cable or via iTunes. The charging times are very pleasant, which is often a problem with other CBR readers.
- Disadvantages: The few functions such as tagging are complicated and cumbersome to use. Otherwise you shouldn't expect too much reading comfort. For a free tool, you still get all the essential features you need to read your comics on your iPad.
If you need new comic fare, then you should definitely take a look at how the subscription service of "Marvel Digital Comics Unlimited" works.