Tachiyomi for iPhone

The good stuff

For starters, it actually supports ZIP, CBZ, and EPUB files - which means I can toss my entire digital manga library in there without any weird conversions. I’ve got about 800 titles saved locally, and it loads them fast. No lag, no crashes. Also, syncing through iCloud Drive is a game-changer. I can start reading on my iPad, pick up where I left off on my phone. That’s not something every app handles smoothly. And the search function? Clean, quick, and just works. I found a half-forgotten series from 2017 in under ten seconds - that’s satisfying.

The not-so-good

Here’s the kicker: basic features like Face ID unlock and passcode protection are locked behind a subscription. You’re expected to pay to secure your reading list? That’s… odd. Especially when other free apps let you do that stuff out of the box. Also, no age filters. If you’re a parent or just don’t want to accidentally stumble into adult content, this is a big miss. And it only works with iCloud - no Google Drive, Dropbox, or anything else. That limits flexibility if you’re used to moving files between services. Plus, the app doesn’t have a built-in browser or manga source. You need to run a self-hosted server like Komga to get new content. That’s fine if you’re tech-savvy, but it’s a steep hill for beginners.

Bottom line

If you’re deep into the Tachiyomi universe and just need a working iPhone version, this is worth downloading - especially since it’s free. But if you want easy access, privacy controls, or a simple way to read manga without setting up servers, look elsewhere. There are better options out there for casual readers. Still, for fans who already know what they’re doing, Tachiyomi for iPhone for iPhone gets the job done without much fuss. Just don’t expect bells and whistles.