Comic Book Reading (CBR) Software
The following are six of the more popular comic reader programs available to download for free. It is important to note that there is always a danger of infecting a digital device with malware when downloading an unknown file or program from the internet, so I advise only downloading software from the official website. Furthermore, exercise caution and patience when clicking through the installation windows. Many companies are only able to provide free software because they bundle adware into their installation packages. If you are unsure as to what is being installed, is better to exit out of an installation and choose an alternate program. There are many to choose from!
CDisplay: "CDisplay is an image-viewing application optimized for DRM-free comic books and manga."
- The original comic reader.
- Windows only compatible.
- The software is no longer in active development.
- Inspired by CDisplay.
- Windows only compatible.
- Capable of reading all comic book formats.
- Supports reading cbz, zip, cbr, rar, cbt, tar, cb7, 7z, pdf, djvu comics.
- Windows and Apple compatible.
- Files synchronize with other devices using ComicRack software.
- Multifunctional software (not just limited to comics)
- Windows, Apple, and Linux compatible.
- Converts comic book archives to program-friendly formats.
- Based on the Comix Project that ended in 2009.
- Reads zip, rar, and tar archives.
- Windows and Linux compatible.
- Over 20 different languages supported.
- A selection of free and to purchase comics on site.
- Windows, Apple, and Amazon compatible.
- Files synchronize with other devices using Comixology software.