Top Free Manga Sites and Apps for 2025

At IGN, we adore manga, but with the Japanese industry churning out countless comics each year—some spanning decades—it's both challenging and costly to stay current. Fortunately, there are numerous excellent, easily accessible platforms where you can read manga for free. Whether you're into iconic classics like Battle Angel Alita, blockbuster series like Attack on Titan, or the latest chapters of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure and Demon Slayer, we've got you covered. This way, you can keep up with your favorite manga without breaking the bank. Don't forget to check out our guide to free comics online for even more reading options.

Hoopla

We kick off our list with Hoopla, which boasts the most eclectic and likely the largest collection of free manga on the internet. Accessing the app requires a library card, which you can obtain for free at your local library. Once you're set up, you'll have access to an impressive array of manga. Highlights include the complete works of Kentaru Miura's seminal Berserk, Hajime Isayama's groundbreaking Attack on Titan, classics like Fairy Tail and Lone Wolf and Cub, and newer gems like Kurosagi Corpse Delivery Service. With multiple volume ones, full series, and undiscovered treasures, Hoopla is the top choice for free manga reading. Plus, there are no holds or waiting times—all books are available instantly.

Libby

While Hoopla is renowned for free comics, Libby should not be overlooked. This app is a premier destination for free digital books, including a vast collection of manga. The availability of titles depends on your local library system, but a sample from the Los Angeles Public Library includes One Piece, Naruto, Spy x Family, Vampire Hunter D, My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, and many more. While publishers like Viz and Kodansha offer only the first volume for free on their sites, Libby provides full series. Keep in mind that Libby operates like a physical library with limited copies, so if a title isn't available, you can place a hold and be notified when it's your turn to borrow.

Viz

Viz, the largest publisher of English-language manga, offers a substantial portion of its catalog online. Most series come with a generous free preview, ranging from 20 to 60 pages per volume, including classics like Rumiko Takahashi's Ranma 1/2, modern hits like Tatsuki Fujimoto's Chainsaw Man, and cult favorites like Taiyō Matsumoto's Tekkonkinkreet. Although not free, the Viz Manga App provides an extensive selection for just $2 a month, with a 7-day free trial for new users. On the Viz website, you can read the first chapters of shonen titles like My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, One Punch Man, The Legend of Zelda, Assassination Classroom, Choujin X, and more, as well as shoujo titles like Maison Ikkuko, Skip・Beat!, and Fushigi Yügi. It's an excellent entry point into manga with easy navigation and reading.

Shonen Jump

The Shonen Jump App, another offering from Viz, provides free access to chapters without a paid subscription. If you decide to subscribe, it's only $3 a month, making it one of the most affordable options. The app features a wide range of Weekly Shonen Jump titles like One Piece, Dragon Ball Super, Boruto: Naruto Next Generations, Kaiju No. 8, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, and more. Unlike many free options, it often includes the latest chapters of popular series, so you can stay up-to-date on your favorites.

Kodansha

Kodansha, a stalwart in manga publishing, has released numerous legendary titles over the years, including Naoko Takeuchi's Sailor Moon, Hajime Isayama's Attack on Titan, CLAMP's Cardcaptor Sakura, and Katsuhiro Otomo's Akira. By signing up for a free Kodansha Reader account, you can access free first volumes or chapters of these titles, along with recent hits like Vinland Saga and Blue Lock. Kodansha's Limited Spotlight Series also provides rotating access to deeper volumes; at the time of this writing, the first three volumes of Kamome Shirahama's Witch Hat Atelier are available for free for a limited time. The recently launched K MANGA app offers another option for mobile reading, though it has mixed reviews due to its limit of one free chapter per comic per day and a complex point system.

MANGA Plus by Shueisha

If you enjoy Shonen comics or anime, the MANGA Plus app by Shueisha is a great starting point. This app offers free chapters from many top Weekly Shonen Jump titles, including Tatsuki Fujimoto's Chainsaw Man, Tatsuya Endo's Spy x Family, Sui Ishida's Choujin X, and Hiroki Araki's JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. While full series and simulcast releases with Japan require payment, the free selection provides a great way to sample potential new favorites before committing to a subscription.

Amazon

Amazon may not offer big hitters for free, but you can find some interesting free manga in their Kindle versions, such as The Destroyer Fell in Love with Me: Chapter 1, DON'T COUNT YOUR TANUKIS #1, Lockdown Zone: Level X: Chapter 1, and God Complex #1. Several manga publishers, including Kodansha and TokyoPop, also provide tasters of their comics. If you have a Kindle Unlimited account, your options expand significantly, with many more well-known series available. Additionally, Amazon is a great place to buy manga in 2025, often offering discounts on boxed sets that make purchasing worthwhile.