Download the reader application. The best free book reading apps for Android

If you love to read, but it is not always possible to find a paper version of a book, or it is too expensive, then you can always download it from the Internet. But even when you downloaded it, say, to your Android device, you don’t know how to open it. Our review of e-readers for Android will help you with this.

Here we will present the free and best 5 readers for Android that help you open such popular formats files like epub and fb2.

AlReader

Our selection opens with an Android reader called AlReader. This reader supports many file formats and is also available for free. This convenient reader has been translated into Russian and has a variety of useful functions, for example, it can play the contents of a book in audio, you can make bookmarks so as not to forget the place where you read.

In addition, its interface is very beautiful and convenient, and there are enough functions related to its configuration. Having a virtual library is also a plus. It even comes with a booklet that will tell you how to use the book.

eBoox

eBoox is the second reader in our top. Like the previous reader, it supports many file formats, is free, has Russian-language interface And digital libraries. There are many libraries in the application, and some even support Russian-language books. However, there are almost no functions to customize the interface for yourself. The application comes pre-installed with several books.

The application also has one of its distinctive functions - saving quotes. Let's talk about it in more detail. Saving quotes allows you to save different sayings from a particular book so that you can find it later.

To save a quote, you need to select a piece of text and click on the appropriate button. You can find them by opening the book, tapping on the screen and pressing three horizontal lines, they are located below. And click on the “Quotes” tab.

It is worth noting the technical support of this application. She answers problems quite quickly.

Cool Reader

Cool Reader is another good reader. Like everything in this top, it supports the Russian language; it also has electronic libraries, books in which are available in Russian and English. But to download them you need authorization and money.

Has many settings for adjusting the displayed text. There is even a function CSS editing in some file formats. The difference in fonts is visible only for English phrases. In addition to epub and fb2, many others are supported text formats files.

You can customize the control (it’s better to get acquainted with it initially), you can customize night mode, bookmarks and other useful functions.

eReader Prestigio

The eReader Prestigio application is another convenient reader that helps you read many file formats, customize almost absolutely everything for yourself, and has a good interface and animations. The application itself is free and has built-in libraries in which you can conveniently sort more than 50,000 books of any genre. There are Russian books. In the application, you can customize the interface theme, choose the one that is most convenient for you, adjust the brightness of the interface and many other functions.

It is worth noting that the application is regularly updated and is synchronized with cloud storage, which can be customized. This application also has a login account, with its help you can set up the purchase of books.

The most correct setting in “Engines” indicate “Synthesis” Google Speech" Next, in the voice menu, select “Russian (ru-ru-x-dfc-network). It is worth remembering that in this case, maximum correctness can only be for the Russian language; English will sound a little incorrect.

ReadEra

Last free reader in our top it is called RidEra. This lightweight application, which does not have many settings, but only everything that an ordinary user needs.

Among all this, you can find convenient sorting by several parameters: file name, its modification date (when it was last read), the date it was added (when it was first read) and by type (file format).

ReadEra can open many file formats, including even pdf and djvu, which is quite rare. Epub and fb2 are of course also supported.

There are no registrations, advertisements, stores or anything like that in the application. And books are scanned throughout your device and drop out a whole list of books available for reading. The books themselves in the application are sorted into sections. For example, favorites are those that you have marked with a star accordingly. Books read will be displayed as 100% read.

You can download this reader from this top by clicking on the corresponding button in the information column.

Results

This concludes our top readers. We hope it became clear to you how to open fb2 on Android, for example. Which reader will be the best for you, of course, you decide. We remind you that you can download free readers from this top by clicking on the corresponding button.

Also, you can write in the comments which one you think best ereader, it is also possible to ask a question, or give an answer to an existing one.

Supported formats: EPUB, PDF.

Due to the extremely small number of supported formats and minimum set hardly any settings this application fits the role of a full-fledged “reader”.

No font settings and indentations other than “more or less” are not supported CSS styles. Third-party fonts are not installed, although you can download a package with additional ones from the Internet. True, many of them have not become familiar with the Russian language, so the benefit of changing the font is minimal.

In general, the Aldiko Book Reader application has a pretty nice interface and high speed work, but there are too few appearance and control settings.

In fact, the main advantage of this program is that it is a PDF reader for Android. Quite simple and fast.

iReader

Supported formats: EPUB, MOBI, TXT.

The app with a promising name turned out to be useless for users unfamiliar with Chinese characters. The menu has been almost completely translated into English language. Judging by the need for Internet access, the application provides access to Chinese bookstores.

However, iReader practically cannot cope with Russian text, so we consider installing the application as a regular “reader” completely inappropriate.

iReader offline

Supported formats: TXT, CHM, MOBI, PDB, UMD, HTML, images.

The iReader offline application from the same developer behaves completely differently. There is no Russian interface language here, but there is also no Chinese characters, everything is translated into English.

The number of supported formats is small, but this application is the only one of all that can effortlessly cope with a complex help file of the CHM format created in the Help & Manual 6 program.

The developer took an original approach to the design of the settings. At first glance, there are not enough of them here, and everything is dumped and mixed on one page. However, they are quite sufficient for carefully customizing the appearance of text and controls.

Another thing is that for CHM most of the settings are useless, but for reading fiction there are applications that support a larger number of currently popular formats.

IN this review Several reading apps are being considered e-books on a smartphone under Android control. As the main criterion for selection, we did not use support for certain formats, but the popularity of applications in the store Google Play And search query by the word "reader". It is from there that you can download e-readers for Android, which for the most part are also distributed free of charge. As a result, the list of tested applications turned out to be quite diverse. Some programs can work with big amount formats, while others are “tailored” only to EPUB and PDF. Including all readers can work not only in Android 4, 4.1 and older, but even Android 2.3, or even 2.2!

However, it is the EPUB (Electronic Publication) format, created by the international organization IDPF, that is the most common, and the availability of its support is the main task any application. In contrast, the FB2 format was developed by Russian specialists, so its popularity, as a rule, does not go beyond the borders of the RuNet. However, for Russian-speaking users, support for the “native” format can be the main factor when choosing an application.

In terms of versatility, both formats are approximately the same: they allow you to include in the file information about the structure of the book, author and annotation, as well as graphic images, style descriptions, fonts and other information.

Supported formats: EPUB, FB2, TXT. Partially – EPUB 3, HTML, MOBI (without DRM protection), RTF, DOC. In the future - PDF, DJVU.

This is one of the most popular applications, equipped good set settings. In addition to changing the basic parameters, FBReader allows you to set your own background and font, look up the meaning of a word in the dictionary, use network libraries and connect your own OPDS catalogs.

Supported Formats: FB2, EPUB, DOC, DOCX, MOBI, PRC, TXT, RTF, ODT and HTML.

This simple reader offers only the most necessary functions so as not to distract you from reading. Just set up the fonts and background once and enjoy your favorite books. The program interprets text markup perfectly, so you don't need to adjust paragraphs and indents in each new book.

eBoox supports syncing between Android devices and reads an impressive number of formats. Plus, the app is completely free and does not display ads.

2. Play Books

Supported Formats: PDF, EPUB.

Another good reader, designed for fans of minimalism. "Play Books" supports much fewer formats than eBoox, but it offers cross-platform synchronization between Android, iOS and web, as well as the ability quick purchase books from the built-in store. You can add your books for free. Application without advertising.

3.Bookmate

Supported Formats: FB2, EPUB.

Bookmate is both a simple, convenient reader and social network for book fans, and a service for legal access to thousands of works by subscription. There is no need to pay, you can read the classics and, of course, download your own. At your service is a system of book recommendations and synchronization between devices and platforms.

4. Moon+ Reader

Supported Formats: TXT, HTML, EPUB, PDF, MOBI, FB2, UMD, CHM, CBR, CBZ, RAR, ZIP.

In contrast to previous readers, it is overcrowded a huge amount settings. If you like to customize programs for yourself, this application is for you. In Moon+ Reader, you can configure numerous text display parameters, change themes, connect third-party translators and dictionaries, and much more. There is synchronization between Android devices and even a filter blue light for reading before bed.

Alas, free version suffers from an excess of advertising. With a one-time payment, you'll get rid of ads and also get PDF support, read-aloud functionality, and other bonuses.

5.PocketBook

Supported Formats: PDF, EPUB, DJVU, TXT, FB2, FB2.ZIP, CHM, HTML, CBZ, CBR, СBT, RTF.

PocketBook is also a reader with wide possibilities for customization. You can connect dictionaries, change the size and theme of the interface, adjust the display of text, and more. Although there are still not as many settings in it as in Moon+ Reader. But PocketBook supports the DJVU format, which can be useful for reading documents, and cross-platform synchronization. And most importantly, the program is completely free and does not bother you with advertising.

We have collected the best applications for reading e-books that can be downloaded from Google Play for your Android smartphone. For greater convenience, we have summarized the main parameters, such as format support, font settings, brightness, connecting online libraries, and so on, into a table.

FBReader

• Rating 4.7
• Volume 4.49 MB.
• Status: Free. Eat paid Pro version.
• Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.geometerplus.zlibrary.ui.android

The application only supports basic e-book formats, such as fb2, ePub and rtf, and does not accept txt, pdf, html or doc. I would like to note the absence of advertising, such as pop-up banners and banners on a third of the screen. From time to time, the application offers to buy a pro version, which allows you to read texts in pdf format, as well as comics in cbr format.

You can configure it with a special plugin appearance, and it is also possible to load your own page background. You can add books by downloading them from the Internet, or simply by dropping them directly into the program folder on your smartphone. You can also buy the book directly from the application on LitRes.Ru. Books are conveniently sorted, and your favorite works can be added to Favorites. The application menu is convenient and intuitive.

Cool Reader

• Rating 4.5
• Volume 6.54 MB.
• Status: Free.
• Android version: From 1.5 and above.
• Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.coolreader

Design, clear menu, use of common formats, from fb2 to txt, and work under older versions of Android - it’s not surprising that Cool Reader has become one of the most popular and best apps for reading books. And many, in general, believe that this is the best reader of all that can be downloaded for free. You can enable page turning animation or use shifting. It’s easy to customize fonts in the menu, set line spacing, indents, hyphens, texture or background color. You can set the auto scrolling speed. Cool Reader supports several online catalogs, such as flibusta, lib.ololo.cc, and can also connect to the LitRes store.

AlReader

• Rating 4.6
• Volume 4.88 MB.
• Status: Free.
• Android version: From 1.6 and higher.
• Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.neverland.alreader

AlReader edits files and TXT, reads about a dozen formats, including txt and doc, and also supports Zip archives and Gz. Arranges correct hyphens for 20 languages. It is possible to enable 3D animation of page turning. In the application settings you can set 9 tap zones. Since the application is quite old and still “remembers” the days of electronic ink, it adapts well to e-ink screens. In the menu you can configure in detail indents, fonts, hyphens, as well as screen backlighting and page backgrounds.

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eReader Prestigio

• Rating 4.6
• Volume 22 MB.
• Status: Free.
• Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.prestigio.ereader

The application not only works with common formats such as fb2, EPUB, rtf and TXT, but also supports djvu and pdf. The reader also recognizes audio formats: MP3, AAC, M4B - eReader Prestigio reads aloud in 25 languages! The program is not only a convenient reader for your phone, but also, in fact, a huge digital store for 620 thousand books in twenty-two languages, and 30 thousand of them can be downloaded for free. At the application easy navigation, which includes an Office, Book Collections, Sidebar quick access, Store and File Manager.

EBookDroid

• Rating 4.5
• Volume 5.99 MB.
• Status: Free.
• Android version: From 4.0 and higher.
• Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.ebookdroid&hl=ru

One of those readers that are designed to read pdf, djvu formats. The application will be useful to fans of electronic comics, as it works with cbz, cbr formats. The design of the library is interesting here. It is made in the form of a wooden cabinet with books on the shelves. They are not drawn with covers, but with real volumes, varying in thickness. You can switch between cabinet sections by swiping across the screen.

Moon+ Reader

• Rating 4.4
• Volume 7.14 MB.
• Status: Free. There is a paid Pro version
• Android version: From 2.3 and higher.
• Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.flyersoft.moonreader

Users praise this reader for its variety of formats, although pdf is only available in paid version. The application can work with popular Rar archives and Zip. The reader even “takes care” of your health, warning that your eyesight can be damaged if you read a book for a long time.

PocketBook

• Rating 4.3
• Volume 23 MB.
• Status: Free.
• Android version: From 2.0 and higher.
• Download: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.obreey.reader&hl=ru

A true volume heavyweight installation file. The application reads almost all e-book formats without connecting additional plugins. The main functions for all formats are 3 reading modes, searching, creating and exporting notes, support for online catalogs and dictionaries. And for pdf and djvu formats, manual and automatic setting page margins, zooming in and out, scaling a specific part of the page or column to fit the screen. Navigation can be a bit challenging - it's not the most intuitive.

A solid choice, and we took only popular e-readers for Android. It's hard to say which one is the best. But it’s quite easy to determine which one is right for you.

Pay attention to your version operating system- if your old smartphone has, say, Android Lolipop, some of the readers won’t launch. Decide which formats you will use most often, the common fb2 or classic pdf. Study the features of the settings, how simple or difficult they are to use, how better the navigation is built. Well, if you consider yourself a picky esthete, pay attention to the design of the application.

If you are interested, you can read the article where we reviewed the main

Supported Formats: FB2, EPUB, DOC, DOCX, MOBI, PRC, TXT, RTF, ODT and HTML.

This simple e-reader offers only the essential features so as not to distract you from your reading. Just set up the fonts and background once and enjoy your favorite books. The program interprets text markup perfectly, so you don't need to adjust paragraphs and indents in each new book.

eBoox supports syncing between Android devices and reads an impressive number of formats. Plus, the app is completely free and does not display ads.

2. Play Books

Supported Formats: PDF, EPUB.

Another good reader designed for fans of minimalism. “Play Books” supports much fewer formats than eBoox, but it offers cross-platform synchronization between Android, iOS and the web, as well as the ability to quickly purchase books from the built-in store. You can add your books for free. Application without advertising.

3.Bookmate

Supported Formats: FB2, EPUB.

Bookmate is a simple, convenient reader, a social network for book fans, and a service for legal access to thousands of works by subscription. There is no need to pay, you can read the classics and, of course, download your own. At your service is a system of book recommendations and synchronization between devices and platforms.

4. Moon+ Reader

Supported Formats: TXT, HTML, EPUB, PDF, MOBI, FB2, UMD, CHM, CBR, CBZ, RAR, ZIP.

In contrast to previous readers, it is filled with a huge number of settings. If you like to customize programs for yourself, this application is for you. In Moon+ Reader, you can configure numerous text display parameters, change themes, connect third-party translators and dictionaries, and much more. There is synchronization between Android devices and even a blue light filter for reading before bed.

Unfortunately, the free version suffers from an excess of advertising. With a one-time payment, you'll get rid of ads and also get PDF support, read-aloud functionality, and other bonuses.

5.PocketBook

Supported Formats: PDF, EPUB, DJVU, TXT, FB2, FB2.ZIP, CHM, HTML, CBZ, CBR, СBT, RTF.

PocketBook is also an e-reader with extensive customization options. You can connect dictionaries, change the size and theme of the interface, adjust the display of text, and more. Although there are still not as many settings in it as in Moon+ Reader. But PocketBook supports the DJVU format, which can be useful for reading documents, and cross-platform synchronization. And most importantly, the program is completely free and does not bother you with advertising.