Top Free Manga Sites and Apps of 2025

At IGN, we're passionate about manga, but with the Japanese industry churning out countless comics each year, it can be overwhelming and costly to stay up-to-date. Fortunately, there are numerous excellent and easily accessible platforms where you can enjoy manga for free.

From timeless classics like Battle Angel Alita to blockbuster hits like Attack on Titan, and even the latest chapters of popular series like JoJo's Bizarre Adventure and Demon Slayer, we've got you covered. This way, you can keep up with your favorite manga series without breaking the bank.

Don't forget to check out our guide to free comics online for even more reading options!

Hoopla

We're kicking off our list with Hoopla, which boasts the most diverse and possibly the largest collection of free manga available online. Accessing the app is simple: all you need is a library card, which you can obtain for free from your local library. Once you're set up, you'll have access to an extensive range of manga, including complete series like Kentaru Miura's epic 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 is vast, featuring numerous volume ones, full series, and hidden treasures that could become your new favorites. If you're looking to dedicate yourself to one app for free manga, Hoopla is the top choice. Plus, there are no holds or waiting times—every title is instantly available.

Libby

While Hoopla is renowned for its free comics, don't overlook Libby. This app is a leading destination for free digital books, and its library includes a wide array of manga. The selection depends on your local library system, but as an example, the Los Angeles Public Library offers titles like One Piece, Naruto, Spy x Family, Vampire Hunter D, My Hero Academia, and Demon Slayer, among many others.

While publishers like Viz and Kodansha might only offer the first volume for free on their sites, Libby often has full series available. Keep in mind that Libby operates similarly to a physical library, meaning the number of copies available may be limited. If a title isn't currently available, you can place a hold and will be notified when it's ready for you to borrow.

Viz

Viz, the largest publisher of English-language manga, has made a significant portion of its catalog available 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, contemporary hits like Tatsuki Fujimoto's Chainsaw Man, and cult favorites like Taiyō Matsumoto's Tekkonkinkreet.

While the Viz Manga App isn't free, it offers 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 numerous shonen titles, including My Hero Academia, Demon Slayer, One Punch Man, The Legend of Zelda, Assassination Classroom, Choujin X, and many more, as well as popular shoujo titles like Maison Ikkoku, Skip・Beat!, and Fushigi Yūgi. The site is user-friendly and perfect for those new to manga.

Shonen Jump

Also from Viz, the Shonen Jump App provides another avenue for free manga access without requiring a paid subscription. If you decide to subscribe, it's only $3 a month—one of the most affordable options out there.

The app offers 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 more. Unlike many other free services, Shonen Jump often provides the latest chapters of popular manga, making it ideal for staying current with your favorite series.

Kodansha

Kodansha, a stalwart in the manga industry, has brought us legendary titles like Naoko Takeuchi's Sailor Moon, Hajime Isayama's Attack on Titan, CLAMP's Cardcaptor Sakura, and Katsuhiro Otomo's Akira. By creating a free Kodansha Reader account, you can access the first volumes or chapters of many of these iconic series, 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 free for a limited time.

Kodansha also 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. Still, it's another option for those who prefer reading on their phones.

MANGA Plus by Shueisha

If you're a fan of Shonen comics or anime, the MANGA Plus app from Shueisha, Japan's largest publisher, is an excellent starting point. It allows you to 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 full series and simulcast releases require payment, the free selection offers a great way to sample potential new favorites before committing to a subscription.

Amazon

While Amazon may not have the major hits in its free offerings, you can still find some interesting free manga in their Kindle versions. At the time of writing, titles like 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 are available. Some publishers, including Kodansha and TokyoPop, also offer free samples of their comics.

If you have a Kindle Unlimited account, your options for free manga expand significantly, with more well-known series included. Amazon is also an excellent place to buy manga in 2025, often offering discounts on boxed sets that make purchases worthwhile.