Why Are You Still Paying Full Price?
If you're binge-reading Solo Leveling, Lore Olympus, or Tower of God and watching your wallet cry, you're doing it wrong. After years of reading across Webtoon, Tapas, Tappytoon, and more, I've cracked the code on spending smarter—not harder.
1. Master the Daily Free Coin Systems
Every platform has hidden ways to earn free currency:
- Webtoon: Daily pass system lets you unlock one episode free every 24 hours per series
- Tapas: Watch ads for bonus Ink, complete achievements for extra rewards
- Tappytoon: Daily check-in bonuses accumulate fast if you're consistent
2. Time Your Purchases Around Sales
Platforms run predictable sales cycles. Black Friday, anniversary events, and new series launches typically offer 30-50% bonus coins. Webtoon often does coin sales during major releases—that's when I stock up.
3. Use Multiple Platforms Strategically
The same Korean webtoon often appears on different platforms. Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint is on both Webtoon and Tapas—compare coin costs before committing. Sometimes one platform offers better deals or has caught up further in translation.
4. Don't Sleep on Fast Pass vs. Waiting
Here's the math: most Fast Pass episodes become free within 2-3 months. If you can wait on side series while paying for your absolute favorites, you'll cut spending by 40% easy.
5. Join Creator Patreons and Discords
Many webtoon creators offer exclusive content or early access through Patreon at rates cheaper than platform coins. Plus, fan communities share news about limited-time freebies.
6. Check for Webnovel-to-Webtoon Deals
Love The Beginning After The End or Trash of the Count's Family? Reading the original webnovel on platforms like Webnovel or Wuxiaworld is often cheaper per chapter than the webtoon adaptation—and you get more story.
7. Browser Extensions and Cashback
Use browser extensions like Honey or Rakuten when buying coins. It won't always work, but I've snagged 5-10% cashback on Tapas and Tappytoon purchases multiple times.
The Bottom Line
Smart readers get the same content for half the price. Stack these strategies, be patient with daily unlocks, and save your premium coins for series you genuinely can't wait on. Your future self—and your bank account—will thank you.