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Panely

Free#44 of 55 in Comic Book Reader Apps

Panely: A focused local-file reader with flexible layouts, bookmarks, and series detection. Ranked #44 of 55 in Comic Book Reader Apps by our editors (3.7/10); pricing: Free plan; best for mac readers wanting a simple free local comic reader.

3.7/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
3.7 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Mac readers wanting a simple free local comic reader
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Panel-by-panel mode
No
Facts checked
13 Oct 2026

Where it wins
- Opens folders and CBZ, ZIP, CBR, and RAR archives
- Offers single-page, double-page, and vertical-scroll layouts
- Remembers reading positions and supports bookmarks and favorites
Where it doesn't
- Runs on macOS 14 or later only
- No cloud sync is described
- Does not offer panel-by-panel reading

Our verdict on Panely

Panely is a free, open-source comic and image viewer for macOS readers who keep comics as local files. It opens folders and CBZ, ZIP, CBR, and RAR archives, so it suits a personal library stored on a Mac rather than a service-centered reading workflow. The stated right-to-left mode also accommodates manga reading, while the app remains focused on viewing pages rather than guiding readers through individual panels.

Reading controls cover single-page, double-page spread, and vertical-scroll layouts, with left-to-right or right-to-left direction. Fit-to-screen, fit-to-width, fit-to-height, and zoom controls let readers adjust page display. A library sidebar and series-root detection help organize local material; Panely also remembers each book's reading position and supports page bookmarks and favorites. These features make it a practical fit for readers who value continuity and straightforward library browsing without cloud sync.

Panely requires macOS 14 or later and is distributed as a downloadable release or can be built from source. Its local-file emphasis, desktop-only platform coverage, and lack of described cloud sync make it less suitable for people who read across devices or want a broader platform ecosystem. Readers seeking panel-by-panel navigation should also look elsewhere. For Mac users who want a free, simple reader for archives and image folders, Panely covers the core reading and library tasks; those needing sync or panel-specific features should choose an alternative.

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Panely pricing

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

See plans on github.com

Panely fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Archive formats	CBZ, ZIP, CBR, RAR
Panel-by-panel mode	No
Library organization	Yes
Platforms	macOS
Cloud sync	No
Manga reading	Yes
Deployment	Desktop
Platforms	macOS
Support	Docs
Built for	Solo (editorial estimate)
Pricing	Free plan
Website	github.com
Facts checked	13 Oct 2026

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