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lire vs ReadKit: catalog facts
lireReadKit
Paid

A one-time purchase is required, per platform.

Freemium

Pricing is not listed on the website; see the App Store page.

macOS, iOS macOS, iOS
  • Downloads full articles ahead of time for genuine offline reading
  • Search covers the downloaded article text, not just titles
  • Syncs with many RSS and read-later services
  • Built-in RSS engine needs no external service
  • Paid purchase per platform
  • Apple platforms only
  • Apple platforms only
  • Pricing details not shown on the website
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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