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DinoReader
What it is
DinoReader is an ebook reader from FBReader.ORG Limited, designed for Android e-ink devices. Its high-contrast interface uses fewer clicks and avoids animations and visual effects that do not suit e-ink screens. The app opens EPUB, PDF, FB2, and other book formats, including books protected with Readium LCP. It supports OPDS 1.x and 2.0 catalogues and integrates with the Readino bookshop; readers can add catalogues or disable Readino access. Optional FBReader Book Network sync covers books, reading positions, and bookmarks. The app can read books aloud through the device’s system text-to-speech engine, though some devices may lack an engine or require extra voices. Local reading needs no account, and library information, positions, bookmarks, and preferences remain on the device. Network sync uses Google sign-in and Google Drive. DinoReader is free to download and use, with no subscription; optional Readino book purchases cost extra. It is currently available for Android e-ink devices. Compatibility is expected from Android 5 onward, but is not guaranteed on every device.
For and against
For
- High-contrast interface designed for e-ink
- Opens EPUB, PDF, FB2, and other formats
- Supports Readium LCP-protected books
- Optional sync includes books, positions, and bookmarks
- Free to download and use with no subscription
Against
- Available only for Android e-ink devices
- Compatibility is not guaranteed on every device
- Dictionaries and online translators are not integrated
- Some devices may lack text-to-speech or need extra voices
The verdict
DinoReader focuses on e-ink reading, with broad format support, catalogue access, and optional sync. Check device compatibility first, and note that bookshop purchases cost extra.
Who it suits
DinoReader suits readers using Android e-ink devices who want to read common ebook formats and sync books or reading progress. It may also suit readers who use OPDS catalogues or Readium LCP-protected books.
Plans and prices
DinoReader
Optional Readino book purchases cost extra · future optional translation features may use paid third-party services
Read 3 Oct 2026 · dinoreader.app
On the record
- Catalogues and shop
- It supports OPDS 1.x and 2.0 catalogues and integrates with the Readino bookshop; users can also add catalogues or disable Readino access.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- Data handling
- Local reading does not require an account, and library information, reading positions, bookmarks, and preferences are kept on the device; optional Book Network sync uses Google sign-in and Google Drive.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- E-ink interface
- Its interface is designed for e-ink screens with high-contrast colours, fewer clicks, and no animations or visual effects unsuitable for e-ink.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- For device makers
- The maker offers device-specific custom builds and deeper branded reader integrations for device or firmware makers.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- Formats and DRM
- It opens EPUB, PDF, FB2, and other book formats, including books protected with Readium LCP.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- Limits
- Dictionaries and online translators are not currently integrated, and the maker says Android e-ink compatibility is expected from Android 5 onward but is not guaranteed on every device.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- Maker
- DinoReader is an ebook reading app from FBReader.ORG Limited, registered in England and Wales.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- Platform and devices
- The app is currently available for Android e-ink devices; the maker says versions for other platforms are being tested.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- Product
- DinoReader is an ebook reader made by the FBReader team specifically for e-ink devices.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- Security and privacy
- The privacy policy says the website uses HTTPS, crash reporting via Sentry is enabled by default and can be switched off, and usage reporting requires explicit consent.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- Users can send feedback with an optional email address; without one the maker says it cannot reply directly.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- Sync
- It can synchronise books, reading positions, and bookmarks with the FBReader Book Network.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
- Text to speech
- It can read books aloud using the device’s system text-to-speech engine, though some devices may lack an engine or need extra voices.dinoreader.app · read 3 Oct 2026
