# Manta - Manga, Manhwa, Novels

> Read best manga & webcomics

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1536116642](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1536116642)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1536116642`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** RIDI Corporation
- **Category:** Books
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (27,455 ratings)
- **Version:** 26.7.469
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-10
- **First published:** 2020-11-13
- **Size:** 79 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/manta-manga-manhwa-novels/id1536116642)
- **Website:** [https://manta.net/](https://manta.net/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://mantasupport.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360056564334-Privacy-Policy](https://mantasupport.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360056564334-Privacy-Policy)

## Description

Manta brings together a vast library of official manga, manhwa, webtoons, webcomics, and webnovels across genres—from romance and action to fantasy and horror. Enjoy immersive storytelling with stunning art and a diverse catalog that caters to every reading mood.

Read one free episode every 24 hours on select titles with Free Pass, or unlock the full library with a subscription for unlimited access. Popular titles include Under the Oak Tree, Semantic Error, Love Jinx, No Love Zone, The New Recruit, and more.

## Rankings

- #9,533 — Overall
- #7 — manga
- #13 — comic

## Review summary

Reviewers praise Manta for its vast library and engaging, high-quality content, plus value from membership. However, recurring concerns focus on the gem-based paywall: rising episode costs, required gems even with a subscription, and 24-hour unlock waits. The shift from a straightforward subscription to a gem system has left many long-time users feeling misled or priced out. Overall, the app is loved for content, but pricing changes and paywalls undermine its value.

### Pros

- Huge, diverse library of hundreds of titles across genres
- High-quality storytelling and illustrations that engage readers
- Valuable membership with monthly gems and access to HQ stories
- Longstanding, loyal reader base with positive, recurring satisfaction

### Cons

- Gem-based pricing and paywalls can make episodes costly, with many chapters requiring extra gems or purchases
- Unlocking episodes is gated by 24-hour waits (sometimes longer) which slows reading
- Switch from upfront subscription to a gem system has alienated long-time users and reduced access to content
- Perceived greed and rapid price increases, with content frequently behind paywalls despite a subscription

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1536116642)