Top Free Manga Sites and Apps for 2025

At IGN, we're passionate about manga, but with the Japanese industry churning out countless comics each year—some spanning decades—it can be challenging and costly to stay current. Fortunately, there are numerous fantastic and easily accessible platforms where you can read manga for free.

Whether you're into timeless classics like *Battle Angel Alita*, blockbuster series like *Attack on Titan*, or eager to catch the latest chapters of hits like *JoJo's Bizarre Adventure* and *Demon Slayer*, we've compiled a list to help you keep up with your favorite series without breaking the bank. Be sure to also 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 diverse and likely the largest collection of free manga available online. To dive into this treasure trove, you'll need a library card, which you can obtain for free at your local library. Once you're set up, you can explore an extensive range of manga, including the complete works of Kentaru Miura's groundbreaking *Berserk* and Hajime Isayama's revolutionary *Attack on Titan*. You'll also find classics such as *Fairy Tail*, *Lone Wolf and Cub*, and newer gems like *Kurosagi Corpse Delivery Service*.

Hoopla's collection spans multiple volume ones, full series, and hidden gems that could become your next obsession. If you're going to commit to one app for reading free manga, Hoopla is the ultimate choice. Best of all, there are no holds or waiting times; every book is available instantly.

Libby

While Hoopla is renowned for its free comics, don't overlook Libby. This app is a prime destination for free digital books, including a wide selection of manga, though the available titles depend on your local library's collection. For example, the Los Angeles Public Library offers *One Piece*, *Naruto*, *Spy x Family*, *Vampire Hunter D*, *My Hero Academia*, *Demon Slayer*, and many more.

Although publishers like Viz and Kodansha only offer the first volume for free on their sites, many manga series are available in full on Libby. Keep in mind that, similar to a physical library, the number of copies may be limited. If a title you want isn't available, you can place a hold and be notified when it becomes accessible.

Viz

Viz, the largest publisher of English-language manga, offers a vast portion of its catalog on its website. Most series come with a generous free preview, ranging from 20 to 60 pages per volume. This includes classics like Rumiko Takahashi's *Ranma 1/2*, modern hits like Tatsuki Fujimoto's *Chainsaw Man*, and cult favorites like Taiyō Matsumoto's *Tekkonkinkreet*.

While not free, the Viz Manga App provides an extensive selection of titles for only $2 a month, with a 7-day free trial for new users. If you prefer reading in your browser, the Viz website offers numerous first chapters of shonen titles like *My Hero Academia*, *Demon Slayer*, *One Punch Man*, *The Legend of Zelda*, *Assassination Classroom*, *Choujin X*, and many more, as well as great shoujo titles like *Maison Ikkoku*, *Skip・Beat!*, and *Fushigi Yūgi*. The site is user-friendly, making it an excellent starting point for manga newcomers.

Shonen Jump

Another offering from Viz, the Shonen Jump App allows you to access free chapters without a paid subscription. For a mere $3 a month, it's one of the most affordable subscriptions available. This app provides digital access to a wide range of Weekly Shonen Jump titles, including *One Piece*, *Dragon Ball Super*, *Boruto: Naruto Next Generations*, *Kaiju No. 8*, *JoJo's Bizarre Adventure*, and many more.

Unlike many other free options, Shonen Jump often includes the latest chapters of popular manga, not just the first chapters and volumes, making it an excellent choice for staying current with your favorite series.

Kodansha

Kodansha, a veteran manga publisher, has released a plethora of 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 many of these titles, as well as newer hits like *Vinland Saga* and *Blue Lock*. Additionally, Kodansha's Limited Spotlight Series offers rotating access to deeper volumes; at the time of writing, the first three volumes of Kamome Shirahama's beautifully illustrated *Witch Hat Atelier* are available for a limited time.

The publisher recently launched the K MANGA app, which has received mixed reviews due to its limit of one free chapter per comic per day and a complex point system for further reading. However, if you prefer reading on your phone, K MANGA is another option to consider.

MANGA Plus by Shueisha

If you're a fan of Shonen comics or anime, the MANGA Plus app by Shueisha is an excellent starting point. This app lets you read chapters from many of the biggest and most successful Weekly Shonen Jump titles for free, 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 most full series and simulcast releases require payment, the free selection offers a great way to sample potential favorites before committing to a subscription.

Amazon

While Amazon's free offerings might not include the biggest hits, you can still find some intriguing freebies in their Kindle versions. At the time of writing, these include *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*. Additionally, publishers like Kodansha and TokyoPop offer tasters of their comics. If you have a Kindle Unlimited account, your free manga options expand significantly, with many more well-known series available.

Amazon is also one of the best places to buy manga in 2025, often offering discounts on boxed sets that make purchasing worthwhile.