I’ve been a WeRead member for years. Buying membership directly in the app can be pricey. Here are cheaper options.
Price Comparison
| Option | Reference price | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official in-app annual plan promotion | About 168–188 CNY/year | Official channel and straightforward purchase | Only available during promotional periods; price varies |
| Annual plan via Xianyu or similar marketplaces | About 138–167 CNY/year | Potentially the lowest price; usually recharged directly to your phone number | Seller quality varies, so you must verify the seller and recharge method |
| Annual plan from the WeRead Mini Shop | 168 CNY/year | Official store with stable pricing | Less discounted than the cheapest third-party offers |
| Trial card redemption | Earned through daily use; effective cost depends on how many you collect | Makes use of daily and weekly reading rewards | Benefits differ from full membership, and collecting cards takes time |
| 365-Day Reading Challenge | 50 CNY/year after completing the challenge | Lowest effective annual cost if completed | Requires reading on 360 days; you cannot redeem at this cost if you miss the target |
These are the reference prices recorded in this article. Promotions and marketplace prices may change, so check the current price and terms before buying.
WeRead App — Official Promo Price
The most common path: log into the WeRead app. During holidays (e.g., Spring Festival), there are promo prices around 168/188 CNY. You’ll need to wait for the event.
Xianyu (Idle Fish)
Search “WeRead” on Xianyu; you’ll find annual memberships. Prices fluctuate—recently 167 CNY, sometimes 138 CNY. You can also check PDD/Taobao; prices are similar.
Note: Xianyu can be messy. Only use options that directly recharge your own phone number. Safety first.
WeRead Mini Shop
Search “WeRead Mini Shop” in WeChat. Annual membership is currently 168 CNY consistently—no need to wait for promos.
Note: It’s an official shop, so no worries.
WeRead — Redeem with Trial Cards
Trial cards can be redeemed for cheaper membership—so remember to claim them daily.
Note: Trial card benefits differ from full membership.
WeRead App — 365-Day Reading Challenge
Pay 50 CNY to join. If you read for 360 days, you can redeem a full-year membership—effectively 50 CNY/year.
Notes
- Claim the weekly reading rewards.
- Prefer trial cards over book coins. Book coins expire; trial cards don’t.
Final Thoughts
These are the cheapest options I know. Personally, I’ve used Xianyu direct-recharge before. Recently I joined the 365-day challenge, and I stack trial cards from daily rewards for occasional redemptions. Ideally, that means ~50 CNY/year. It’s hard to stick with—but worth trying.
