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Cool Reader
cr · v3.0.56,10 • deprecated
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5.0
XML/CSS based eBook reader
brew install --cask cr -
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Trust Score 1/10
✗ Open source +0
✗ Active development +0
✗ Licensed +0
✗ No auto-updates +0
✗ Deprecated +0
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0
Review
Mar 11, 2026Cool Reader is an XML/CSS-based eBook reader offering a unique reading experience with customization options. It supports a variety of formats and is ideal for users seeking a lightweight, developer-friendly eBook solution.
Cool Reader is an XML/CSS-based eBook reader that supports multiple formats and offers customization options for an enhanced reading experience.
Maturity: The project appears to be inactive with no updates since 2013, raising concerns about compatibility and maintenance.
Community: There is limited recent discussion on Hacker News, with older mentions indicating some historical interest but no current community engagement.
Pros
- + Supports XML/CSS-based reading for customization
- + Lightweight and developer-friendly
- + Variety of eBook format support
Cons
- - Inactive development since 2013
- - Potential compatibility issues with modern systems
Community Mentions
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