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Comi Review
XU-based webtoon reader focused on licensed titles and Vietnamese artists
By AppDuo Editorial Team · Updated · Fact-checked
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Our verdict
Comi suits Vietnamese-language readers who want licensed Korean titles and works commissioned from local artists. The trade-offs: premium chapters cost XU, XU costs more in the app than on the website, the app is Vietnamese-only and the refund terms contradict themselves.
Best for: Vietnamese-language readers who want licensed webtoons
Skip it if: Readers who need an app or titles in a language other than Vietnamese
Pros
- According to the publisher, Comi licenses many international webtoons and has commissioned dozens of titles from local artists.
- XU can be earned free through daily tasks.
- Several ways to pay: App Store, Google Play, bank transfer, PayPal, MoMo.
Cons
- XU bought in the app costs about 70% more per XU than on the website: 580 XU for 99,000 VND in-app versus 500 XU for 50,000 VND on the web.
- The refund terms contradict themselves: a 10-day refund window alongside a no-refund-in-any-case statement.
All pros and cons · Who is it for?
More pros
- XU is cheaper on the website, with discounts on larger packs (20,000 XU for 1,700,000 VND instead of 2,000,000 VND).
More cons
- Vietnamese-only content, and the privacy policy does not explain how to request deletion.
- The latest App Store update is version 3.2.4, released on 24 May 2025.
Best for
- Readers interested in works by Vietnamese artists
Experience & key features
Comi is a comics and webtoon reading platform run by Comicola Joint Stock Company. Its website calls it the only licensed comic platform in Vietnam; that is the publisher's own claim, and no independent source confirming it was found.
Comi carries comics and novels. According to its App Store description, the publisher licenses well-known international webtoons and has commissioned dozens of exclusive titles from local artists. The terms mention licensed Korean comics, and the site has a guide for uploading your own stories.
Premium chapters need XU. On the website, 500 XU costs 50,000 VND, 2,000 XU 190,000 VND, 5,000 XU 450,000 VND and 20,000 XU 1,700,000 VND, and the XU store says outright that web prices are much lower than in-app. In the App Store version, the smallest pack is 180 XU for 29,000 VND. There are also three VIP plans: VIP 1 at 69,000 VND/month (2,080 XU a month), VIP 2 at 419,000 VND for 6 months (16,600 XU) and VIP 3 at 809,000 VND for 12 months (36,900 XU).
For Vietnamese-language readers, Comi is one option among paid webtoon apps, and its pitch is work by Vietnamese artists, per the publisher. Readers who need a multilingual catalog, or want to compare pricing models, may want to look at Webtoon or Manga Plus before buying XU. Those who choose Comi pay less by buying XU on the website rather than in the app.
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Plans & pricing
Prices last verified Nov 13, 2026
Free
PersonalFree
Free to download. Premium chapters cost XU, earned through daily tasks or bought in the store.
VIP 1
Personal₫69,000/mo
69,000 VND a month for 2,080 XU a month (per the App Store listing). Renews automatically through the Apple account.
VIP 2
PersonalContact sales
419,000 VND for 6 months with 16,600 XU in total (per the App Store listing). No monthly billing option.
VIP 3
Personal₫67,417/mo
809,000 VND for 12 months (per the App Store in-app purchase list) with 36,900 XU in total.
- Free plan limits
- Premium chapters are paid for in XU; some XU can be earned free through daily tasks.
- Free trial
- No free trial
Cancellation & refunds
The terms allow a refund request within 10 business days if the XU is unused, but also say successful transactions are not refunded in any case. No refund process for VIP is described.
Privacy
Comi's privacy policy lists account data (social ID, nickname, email, encrypted password), payment details (card number, bank) and usage data (IP, cookies, usage history, error logs, device). Transactions are handled by PayPal, MoMo, Baokim and the iOS and Android in-app purchase systems. One stated purpose is serving relevant ads, and the App Store privacy label lists advertising data used for third-party advertising. Some information is kept for up to 5 years. The policy does not mention a right to request data or account deletion.
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Controversies & incidents
Issues documented by the press, regulators, courts or the vendor itself. Every item is sourced; unproven claims are labelled as allegations. Last researched: Nov 13, 2026
No significant controversies or incidents found in the sources we checked.
Frequently asked questions
Is Comi free?
The app is free to download, but premium chapters need XU, which can be earned through daily tasks or bought.
How much does Comi VIP cost?
Per the Vietnam App Store: VIP 1 is 69,000 VND/month (2,080 XU a month), VIP 2 is 419,000 VND for 6 months (16,600 XU) and VIP 3 is 809,000 VND for 12 months (36,900 XU).
Can XU be refunded?
The terms allow a refund request within 10 days if the XU is unused, but also say successful transactions are not refunded. It is worth asking Comi before buying a large pack.
What is the minimum age for Comi?
The terms say Comi is for ages 13 and over, with guardian consent required below that. The App Store rates it 12+.
Where is XU cheaper to buy?
On the comi.mobi website. The XU store says web prices are much lower than in-app: 500 XU is 50,000 VND on the web, while the 580 XU in-app pack is 99,000 VND.
Review evidence & sources6
Scores
- Ease of use
- 6.5
- Features
- 6.5
- Value for money
- 6.0
- Performance
- 6.0
- Support
- 5.5
- Privacy & security
- 5.5
Why this score
The XU and daily-task model is easy to grasp, but content is Vietnamese-only, the App Store language field lists only English, and XU prices differ between the app and the website.
Why this score
Comics, novels, a creator upload guide and three VIP plans, but the catalog targets Vietnamese readers only and public feature documentation is thin.
Why this score
On the web, XU costs 85–100 VND each depending on the pack; in the app, 580 XU is 99,000 VND (about 171 VND each). VIP 1 is 69,000 VND/month for 2,080 XU. There is no per-chapter price list to compare, and the refund terms conflict.
Why this score
4.04/5 from 2,334 Vietnam App Store ratings. The app has not been updated since 24 May 2025, and no independent speed data was found.
Why this score
The homepage links to a contact page and Facebook; the privacy policy gives a contact email but no phone number. No public help center was found.
Why this score
The policy lists collected data and retention of up to 5 years, but data is used for ad targeting (the App Store label lists advertising data for third-party advertising) and no deletion rights for data or accounts are described.
What users say
- App Store (Vietnam)4.0/5 · 2,334
Sources
- Vendor-providedComi official websiteNov 13, 2026
- Vendor-providedComi XU storeNov 13, 2026
- Vendor-providedComi privacy policyNov 13, 2026
- Vendor-providedComi terms of useNov 13, 2026
- storeApp Store listing (Vietnam)Nov 13, 2026
- storeiTunes lookup API (Vietnam)Nov 13, 2026
Specs & compatibility
- Developer
- Comicola Joint Stock Company
- Headquarters
- Vietnam
- Launched
- 2018
- Category
- Entertainment
Capabilities
- Mobile app
Platforms
- Web
- iOS
- Android
Interface languages
- Vietnamese
Integrations
- MoMo
- PayPal
- Baokim
Support
Change history
- Feature.Version 3.2.4 fixed a bug in the subscription feature; it is still the latest version.
- Launch.The Comi app launched on the App Store (release date per iTunes lookup data).
- Company.Comicola received its business registration from the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Planning and Investment on 21 January 2015, per the website footer.
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