Pawaka Labs
Real-time manga and manhwa translation from your phone
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What is Pawaka Labs?
Madomi is a manga reader with real-time AI translation built into the interface. It supports reading local files (CBZ, ZIP, PDF, images), connecting to online manga sources, and self-hosted libraries across mobile apps (iOS/Android) and browser extensions (Chrome/Firefox), automatically translating manga, manhwa, manhua, and webtoons from Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and other languages while preserving original artwork.
Pawaka Labs pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free (full reader + 100 monthly AI credits) + Premium subscription ($5.99/month or $5/month yearly) + Madomi Reader one-time purchase for trackers and sync
Pawaka Labs pros
- Real-time AI translation overlaid on pages without disrupting original artwork; supports bulk and background translation
- Free tier includes full reader with five reading modes, file imports, online sources, and 100 monthly AI credits
- Multi-platform: mobile apps (iOS/Android) with offline downloads and cross-device sync, plus browser extensions for in-place website translation
- Advanced reader features: five reading modes, continuous chapter scrolling, MyAnimeList/AniList tracking, bookmarks, and automatic chapter updates
- Per-manga glossary to maintain character name and gender consistency in translations
Pawaka Labs cons
- Unlimited and fast translation requires Premium subscription ($5.99/month); free tier limited to 100 credits/month
- Advanced features (trackers, cross-device sync, unlimited downloads) require separate one-time Madomi Reader purchase
- Browser extension has reduced functionality compared to mobile app (no full reader experience, limited to translation/form-filling/summarization)
Frequently asked questions about Pawaka Labs
Can I use Madomi completely free?
Yes, the full manga reader is free with 100 AI translation credits per month, online sources, offline downloads, and basic features. Premium ($5.99/month) adds unlimited fast translation.
What file formats and sources does Madomi support?
Local files: CBZ, ZIP, PDF, JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC. Online: Mihon/Tachiyomi-compatible extensions, self-hosted Komga servers, and popular manga sites via browser extension.
Does Madomi sync reading progress across devices?
Yes, with a Madomi account and the Madomi Reader purchase. Otherwise, progress is tracked locally on each device.
Can I read manga offline?
Yes, you can download chapters for offline reading on both mobile and via browser extension.
What languages can Madomi translate?
Supports translation from Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and many other languages into your preferred language.