Naruto & Boruto Manga: Where to Read Legally Online
You can read the official Naruto and Boruto manga legally online through the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus apps and websites, as well as Viz Media’s digital storefront. These platforms offer the complete catalog in English, with the latest Boruto chapters available simultaneously with Japan. Below we break down each official option, costs, device support, and common questions about reading the series legally.
Official English Sources
The primary legal homes for the English translations are run by Viz Media (which licenses the series in North America) and Shueisha (the Japanese publisher). Both use the same translation, so the reading experience is consistent. The three main services are:
- Manga Plus – Free app and website by Shueisha. All Naruto chapters are free; Boruto chapters are free for the first and latest three, with a paid tier for the middle chapters.
- Shonen Jump app/website – Viz Media’s service. A $2.99/month subscription gives you the entire Naruto and Boruto catalog, plus hundreds of other series. A free trial is available.
- Viz Media digital store – Buy individual volumes or chapters outright (no subscription). Prices are per volume, and you keep access permanently via the Viz app or website.
How the Free vs. Paid Tiers Work
Manga Plus offers the most generous free access. You can read all 700 chapters of Naruto and the first three and latest three chapters of Boruto at no cost. The middle chapters of Boruto require a Manga Plus subscription (around $2-3 per month). The Shonen Jump subscription gives you everything without any chapter restrictions. If you only want to read Naruto once, the free tier is enough; if you want to follow Boruto weekly, the subscription is the cheapest way to stay current.
Device and App Support
Both Manga Plus and Shonen Jump have apps for iOS and Android, and their websites work in any modern browser. The apps allow offline downloads for paid subscribers, which is handy for commuting. The reading experience is optimized for phones: pages are split into panels that you tap through, or you can switch to full-page view. On a tablet or desktop, full-page view is more comfortable. Both services sync your reading progress across devices if you log in with the same account.
Region Availability
Manga Plus is available worldwide, including in Japan. Shonen Jump (Viz) is limited to North America, the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. If you live outside those regions, Manga Plus is your guaranteed legal option. In some Asian countries, local publishers have their own official apps (e.g., Comico in Korea), but Manga Plus covers most of the globe. If a chapter is not available in your region on one service, the other usually works.
Cost Comparison and Value
Reading Naruto legally is essentially free. The only cost is if you want the entire Boruto backlog without waiting. The Shonen Jump subscription at $2.99/month is the best value if you read multiple series; the Manga Plus subscription is slightly cheaper but only unlocks Boruto middle chapters. Buying individual volumes costs more per chapter (around $0.99 per chapter or $6.99 per volume) but gives you permanent ownership. For a one-time read, the free tier is unbeatable.
Common Mistakes and Pitfalls
A frequent misconception is that fan-scanlation sites are “legal enough.� They are not – they infringe copyright and often contain malware or intrusive ads. Another pitfall is confusing the Boruto manga with the anime. The manga is monthly and currently in its final arc; the anime is weekly and fills in with anime-only content. If you want the canon story, read the manga. Also, note that Boruto: Two Blue Vortex is a sequel series; the original Boruto manga ended at chapter 80. Manga Plus and Shonen Jump both carry the new series.
How to Choose the Right Service
Decide based on your reading habits:
- Casual reader – Use Manga Plus free tier for Naruto and the latest Boruto.
- Weekly follower – Subscribe to Shonen Jump or Manga Plus paid tier to catch every new chapter.
- Collector – Buy volumes on Viz’s store to own them permanently.
- Global user – Manga Plus is the only option if you are outside Viz’s regions.
All services are ad-free (except the free Manga Plus tier, which has minimal ads). No service requires a credit card for the free tier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is reading Naruto manga online free legally?
Yes. All 700 chapters of Naruto are free on Manga Plus. The Shonen Jump app also offers a free trial, but after that you need a subscription. The Viz store sells chapters, but the free Manga Plus option is the most direct legal way to read Naruto without paying.
Can I read Boruto manga for free?
The first three and latest three chapters of Boruto are free on Manga Plus. The middle chapters require a paid subscription. There is no legal way to read the entire Boruto series for free, as Viz’s free trial only lasts a week.
Is Manga Plus official and safe?
Yes, Manga Plus is operated by Shueisha, the publisher of Naruto and Boruto. It is completely legal, safe, and free to use. It does not contain pirated content.
What is the difference between Shonen Jump and Manga Plus?
Shonen Jump is Viz Media’s subscription service for North America and a few other English-speaking regions. Manga Plus is Shueisha’s global service. Both use the same English translation. Shonen Jump has a larger catalog of Viz-licensed series, while Manga Plus focuses on Shueisha titles.
Are the chapters in English?
Yes, both services offer official English translations. Manga Plus also offers Spanish, Portuguese, French, and other languages depending on the series. The English translation is the same one used in the print volumes.
Can I download chapters for offline reading?
Yes, both the Shonen Jump and Manga Plus apps allow offline downloads for paid subscribers. The free tier of Manga Plus does not allow downloads. Offline reading is not available on the web versions.
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