Open interactive ebooks and audiobooks on any device with sleek design and rich multimedia features.
EPUB & KPUB Compatibility: Kotobee Reader is fully compatible with both the EPUB format, the industry standard for ebooks, and KPUB, Kotobee's own format for interactive content.
Interactive Content Support: Kotobee Reader allows users to read interactive ebooks, providing access to multimedia elements including videos, audio, quizzes, and interactive images.
Multi-Device Compatibility: Read on any device—whether it’s your tablet, smartphone, or desktop. Kotobee Reader ensures you can enjoy your favorite books on the go.
Flexible Reading Modes: Whether you prefer single-page, double-page, or scroll view modes, Kotobee Reader offers flexible viewing options to suit your reading style and preferences.
Enhanced Reading Controls: Take full control of your reading experience with font-size adjustments, zooming, and a variety of navigation tools designed to maximize your comfort and ease of use.
Global Language Support: Kotobee Reader supports over 18 languages, making sure your ebooks are accessible to readers from all around the world.
Customizable for Your Brand: Personalize Kotobee Reader to reflect your brand. With white-labeling options, bundle the reader with your ebook into one single app, creating a professional, branded interface for your audience.
Encrypted EPUB Support: Kotobee Reader supports encrypted EPUB files, created using Kotobee Author, ensuring your ebooks are secure and can only be opened with a user-specified password, providing an additional layer of security for your content.
Audiobook Integration: Immerse yourself in audiobooks created with Kotobee Narrator. Kotobee Reader provides a smooth and easy listening experience for your favorite audiobooks.
Publisher’s description
What is Kotobee Reader?
Kotobee Reader is a proprietary e-book reader program for Windows from Vijua, Inc..
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 32-bit as EXE (Inno Setup). The main installer is 89.8 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.9.9, released on September 15, 2026. 7 versions are listed since June 29, 2025, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 5.8 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 1 file type, including .epub. Similar programs include calibre, SumatraPDF and Sigil.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Documented silent install
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- Proprietary licence: check the terms and price
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Kotobee Reader is an e-book reader tool for 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Kotobee Reader safe to download?
- The file is served by files.kotobee.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
63E0869163C94F76062AFECE92E61315671201DDE0CB5BFA8A5C251BEE43053C· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 7 versions ›7 versions over 1 year · about 5.8 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9.9Latest | September 15, 2026 | 89.8 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.9.8 | July 7, 2026 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.9.5 | May 6, 2026 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.9.4 | November 19, 2025 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.9.3 | September 25, 2025 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.9.2 | July 30, 2025 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 1.9.0 | June 29, 2025 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Vijua.KotobeeReader -ekotobeereader-1.9.9-win.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Vijua, Inc.
- Category
- E-book readers
- Licence
- Proprietary
- Price
- See the publisher’s site
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 1.9.9
- Released
- September 15, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- June 29, 2025
- Versions listed
- 7
- Updates / year
- 5.8
- Website
- kotobee.com
- winget ID
- Vijua.KotobeeReader
File types it opens (1)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kotobee Reader free?
Kotobee Reader is proprietary (closed-source) software (licence: Proprietary). Whether it costs money depends on the edition: check the publisher’s site for prices and free tiers.
Is Kotobee Reader safe to download?
The download comes from files.kotobee.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Kotobee Reader with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Kotobee Reader be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Kotobee Reader run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Kotobee Reader?
The versions page lists all 7 versions with links to their official installer files, back to June 29, 2025.
What are alternatives to Kotobee Reader?
calibre, SumatraPDF, Sigil, BlueGriffon and Kindle Comic Converter. The alternatives page compares them.
