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ComicRD

Free#42 of 55 in Comic Book Reader Apps

ComicRD: A free, open-source desktop reader with archive support and local progress tools. Ranked #42 of 55 in Comic Book Reader Apps by our editors (3.9/10); pricing: Free plan; best for desktop manga readers wanting progress and backup tools.

3.9/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
3.9 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Desktop manga readers wanting progress and backup tools
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Panel-by-panel mode
No
Facts checked
13 Oct 2026

Where it wins
- Reads folders and ZIP/CBZ and RAR/CBR archives
- Tracks chapter progress, bookmarks, and reading history
- Exports and imports backups; supports Windows, Linux, and macOS
Where it doesn't
- No cloud sync for reading progress or library data
- No panel-reading mode
- The macOS target still needs a native smoke test

Our verdict on ComicRD

ComicRD is a free, open-source desktop application for reading comics stored in local libraries. It suits solo readers who want to organize and read collections on Windows, Linux, or macOS, rather than access a cloud-based service. Libraries can be scanned from selected sources, with comics in folders or ZIP/CBZ and RAR/CBR archives. Browsing includes grid and list views, search, sorting, and filters by reading status.

Its reader focuses on practical controls for long-form reading: vertical scrolling, keyboard navigation, fullscreen, zoom, and adjustable page gaps. Progress tracking includes chapter progress and page counts, while natural ordering helps keep chapters in sequence. Bookmarks and history give readers ways to return to earlier points. On-demand page loading and thumbnail caching support browsing and reading larger local libraries. This is a focused desktop tool rather than a reader with panel-reading features or cloud sync.

Backup export and import are useful for readers who want a way to carry library-related state between backups, but ComicRD does not offer cloud synchronization. The project documents Windows and Linux packages; although macOS is a target, its native build still needs a smoke test. Readers who prioritize local control, archive support, and progress tools across desktop systems may find the scope appropriate. Those who need cloud access, panel-by-panel reading, or a confirmed macOS experience should consider alternatives that explicitly provide those capabilities.

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ComicRD pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

See plans on github.com

ComicRD fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Archive formats	CBZ, CBR, ZIP, RAR
Panel-by-panel mode	No
Library organization	Yes
Platforms	Windows, Linux, macOS
Cloud sync	No
Manga reading	Not verified
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, Linux, macOS
Built for	Solo (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	13 Oct 2026

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