Best Free Manga Platforms 2025

The Japanese manga industry produces countless comics annually—with some series spanning decades—making it challenging (and costly) to stay current. Fortunately, numerous excellent platforms offer free manga reading options.

Whether you're into timeless classics like Battle Angel Alita, global phenomena like Attack on Titan, or the latest chapters of ongoing series like JoJo's Bizarre Adventure and Demon Slayer, these services help fans enjoy manga without breaking the bank.

Hoopla

With one of the largest free manga collections online, Hoopla requires just a library card for full access. Highlights include complete runs of Berserk, Attack on Titan, Fairy Tail, Lone Wolf and Cub, and newer titles like Kurosagi Corpse Delivery Service. Unlike traditional libraries, Hoopla offers instant borrowing without waitlists.

Libby

Often overshadowed by Hoopla, Libby boasts an impressive manga selection that varies by library system. Available titles may include One Piece, Naruto, Spy x Family, and Demon Slayer. Unlike publishers' limited free previews, Libby frequently offers entire series—though popular titles may have waitlists.

Viz Media

North America's leading manga publisher provides substantial previews (20-60 pages per volume) of classic and current titles including Ranma 1/2, Chainsaw Man, and Tekkonkinkreet. Their subscription service offers full access for just $2 monthly, with browser-based free first chapters for Demon Slayer, One Punch Man, and multiple shoujo titles.

Shonen Jump

Viz's dedicated Shonen Jump app provides recent chapters of major titles including One Piece, Dragon Ball Super, and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. Unlike most free services offering only first chapters, this platform includes current serialized content—with full access costing just $3 monthly.

Kodansha

The legendary publisher offers free first volumes/chapters of classics like Sailor Moon and Akira plus contemporary hits such as Vinland Saga. Their limited-time spotlight series occasionally unlocks deeper volumes—currently including the first three books of Witch Hat Atelier.

MANGA Plus by Shueisha

Japan's largest publisher provides free access to beginning and climactic chapters of top Shonen Jump titles including Chainsaw Man, Spy x Family, and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure—ideal for discovering new favorites before committing to purchases.

Amazon Kindle

While mainstream hits rarely appear free, Amazon's Kindle selection includes niche titles like The Destroyer Fell in Love with Me and publisher previews from Kodansha/TokyoPop. Kindle Unlimited subscribers gain access to significantly more licensed content.