The 20 Best Webtoons of All Time
If you’re wondering what Webtoon to read next, or just want to see if your favourite one made our list, you’re in the right place. We’re diving into the most popular and beloved Webtoons of all time. We ranked these based on art quality, storytelling, cultural impact on other webtoons, and how likely it is to keep you up binge-reading past midnight.
- 1. Solo Leveling — Action, Fantasy
- 2. The Remarried Empress — Romance
- 3. Tower of God — Action, Fantasy
- 4. Heartstopper — Romance, Slice of Life, BL
- 5. The Mafia Nanny — Romance, Action
- 6. Lore Olympus — Romance, Fantasy
- 7. True Beauty — Romance, Slice of Life
- 8. Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint — Action, Isekai
- 9. UnOrdinary — Superhero, Drama
- 10. Noblesse — Supernatural, Action
- 11. School Bus Graveyard — Supernatural, Thriller, Horror
- 12. Cursed Princess Club — Comedy, Wholesome
- 13. Your Letter — Mystery, Drama
- 14. A Business Proposal — Romance, Office Drama
- 15. Eleceed — Action, Comedy
- 16. My Deepest Secret — Thriller, Mystery
- 17. Everything is Fine — Thriller, Horror
- 18. Space Boy — Sci-fi, Mystery
- 19. Purple Hyacinth — Crime, Mystery
- 20. Not Your Typical Reincarnation Story — Isekai, Romance
Deep dive into every webtoon:
1. Solo Leveling
Synopsis
Jinwoo is known as the “weakest hunter alive” — a punching bag in a world where powerful hunters slay monsters to protect humanity. However, everything changes when he barely survives a deadly dungeon and awakens to a mysterious program called The System. Now able to level up like a game character, he begins his ascent from zero to legendary, facing increasingly powerful monsters along the way.
Why it's #1
Solo Leveling has dynamic action sequences, stunning art, vivid colours, and intricately designed characters. If you like action fantasies with epic battle scenes, this is a must-read.
2. The Remarried Empress
Synopsis
Navier is the perfect empress. She is wise, beautiful, and beloved by her people. Her marriage to Emperor Sovieshu has been a political dream until one day he brings home a mistress and demands a divorce. Now Navier has to navigate the misogyny of the time and use all her charms and wit if she is to get a second chance on the throne or at love.
Why it's #2
The Remarried Empress is royal drama at its best. It’s full of romance, betrayal, fun twists and multi-layered characters whom you’ll love and hate. This is a great pick for romance lovers who like a strong female MC who is strong-willed, intelligent but also relatable.
3. Tower of God
Synopsis
When Bam’s only friend, Rachel, somehow finds her way into an enormous Tower, he is quick to follow. The Tower is made up of countless floors, each as vast as a country, and designed to crush the unworthy. Bam must face a series of trials that challenge anyone who dares to climb it.
Why it's #3
If you love world-building, Tower of God is one of the best at it. Moreover, the action is fast-paced, the plot is unpredictable, and the characters evolve in surprising, often heartbreaking ways. Whether you’re drawn to the deep world-building, morally complex characters, or jaw-dropping twists, Tower of God is a must-read Webtoon.
4. Heartstopper
Synopsis
Nick, a soft-hearted rugby player, begins spending time with the high-strung Charlie, and soon, sparks start to fly. Heartstopper dives deep into themes of self-identity, social pressure, confidence, and the struggle to live authentically.
Why it's #4
Heartstopper does a great job of capturing the joy, awkwardness and complexity of teenage love. Whether you’re LGBTQ+ or not, there’s something universal in how Heartstopper portrays first love, friendship, and self-discovery. The art is clean, almost sketch-like.
5. The Mafia Nanny
Synopsis
Davina, a recent graduate of an elite and fiercely selective Nanny Academy, is thrust into her first assignment: protecting Mikey, the young son of a powerful Venetian mafia underboss. She quickly finds herself entangled in the dangerous world of organized crime. As the story progresses, she must navigate her growing feelings for her boss, protect Mikey, and find clues about the mysteries surrounding her own childhood.
Why it's #5
Davina is a bad-ass MC, she’s clever, a highly skilled fighter, and really good at her job. If you enjoy a strong female lead, an adorable kid, stunning artwork, a slow-burn romance, and a crime story packed with twists and turns, we highly recommend checking out The Mafia Nanny.
6. Lore Olympus
Synopsis
A modern retelling of Greek mythology. The story follows Hades and Persephone as they navigate the troubled waters of love, fate, and warring gods. Moreover, it doesn’t shy away from heavy topics like consent, trauma, and abuse of power.
Why it's #6
Bold neon-saturated palettes make Lore Olympus’s art style recognizable from a single panel. The characters, even though they are gods, are relatable as they deal with human issues like trauma, boundaries, power dynamics, and personal growth. It won the Eisner Award for Best Webcomic three years in a row (2022, 2023 and 2024), and introduced webtoons to a whole group of comic fans that had never heard of them before.
7. True Beauty
Synopsis
Comic nerd Ju-kyung has been bullied all her life for being “ugly”, but learns the art of doing makeup transformations from online tutorials. With her newfound “beauty”, Ju-kyung becomes a popular girl overnight, but will she find someone who will love and accept her real appearance?
Why it's #7
True Beauty deals with bullying, beauty standards and self-identity. If you’re looking for a story about the personal insecurities so many of us struggle with on a daily basis, check out this webtoon for its uplifting journey to self-acceptance.
8. Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint
Synopsis
Kim Dokja’s life is pretty boring, and the only thing that he enjoys about his current internship is that it gives him time to read his favourite web novel: Three Ways to Survive An Apocalypse. But on the day his internship ends, the novel ends and the apocalypse begins. Kim suddenly finds himself retracing the events of his beloved story - only this time, it’s real.
Why it's #8
What’s unique about Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint (ORV) is the MC already knows the whole story, including the ending. This provides a meta-perspective that is unique to ORV. If you enjoy fast-paced and exciting stories where the MC relies on his wits rather than brute strength, ORV is one you should not miss! ORV is illustrated by REDICE Studio, the same studio which illustrated Solo Leveling (#1 on our list) and who are known for visually captivating art.
9. UnOrdinary
Synopsis
In a world full of superpowered people, those with no powers are at the bottom of the social pecking order. John, who is one of those people, is bullied daily at school for having no powers. John’s life — and social status — shifts when he gets to know Ace: one of the most powerful people on campus.
Why it's #9
UnOrdinary is an underdog story where the MC goes through transformative personal growth. If you like action, mystery, and exploring how power defines one’s place in society, you should check out this story.
10. Noblesse
Synopsis
When vampire Rai wakes up from his 820 year slumber, he must adjust to the intricacies of modern life — and where’s the best place to learn about this? High-School! After enrolling in high school, Rai befriends an eclectic group of humans, who must band together against the vicious attackers known as “Unions”…
Why it's #10
The series strikes a great balance between intense action and dry humor, making it a thoroughly engaging and well-rounded read. Noblesse is also one of Webtoon’s original megahits — running since 2007, it helped define the action formula that many titles on this list follow.
11. School Bus Graveyard
Synopsis
School Bus Graveyard follows a bunch of kids who, having visited a haunted house, find themselves trapped in a nightmarish alternate reality filled with monsters. This terrifying experience repeats every night, forcing the group to band together to survive and uncover the truth behind their predicament.
Why it's #11
If you are a fan of Stranger Things or Stephen King novels, you should give this webtoon a shot. It has a compelling narrative, character development, and visually distinctive art style.
12. Cursed Princess Club
Synopsis
Gwendolyn is the youngest princess of the Pastel Kingdom, living a peaceful and joyful life. Unlike her older sisters, Gwen has green skin, unkempt hair, and a more unconventional appearance, which had never been an issue, until one day, she overhears her future fiancé call her “disgusting.” Devastated, Gwen runs away and stumbles upon the mysterious Cursed Princess Club, a secret society of princesses from across the world who have been cursed or rejected for not fitting the traditional fairy tale mold.
Why it's #12
The story is funny, quirky and emotional. Moreover, the creator does a great job blending a fun fantastical comedy with a heartwarming message about inner beauty and self-acceptance.
13. Your Letter
Synopsis
The story follows Sori Lee, a compassionate and principled middle schooler who becomes the target of bullying after defending a classmate. Seeking a fresh start, she transfers to a new school, only to find herself isolated again until she discovers a mysterious letter taped under her desk, inviting her on a scavenger hunt through the school. Each letter she finds offers guidance and insight, leading her to form a bond with a fellow student. Together, they unravel the identity of the anonymous letter writer.
Why it's #13
Your Letter explores friendship, resilience, and the impact of a small act of kindness. This wholesome story is also the shortest webtoon on our list, with only 12 episodes, making it a quick and delightful binge.
14. A Business Proposal
Synopsis
Shin Hari, a single office worker, agrees to go on a blind date in place of her best friend. Hoping to scare the man away, Shin dresses wild, acts outrageous, and is doing whatever she can to get the guy to run for the hills. But her plan backfires, the man turns out to be the new CEO of her company, and instead of being turned off, he proposes to her on the spot!
Why it's #14
The story offers a light-hearted and humorous take on office romance. One which features classic tropes like fake dating and unexpected love. It’s an easy, fluffy read known for its funny and charming moments.
15. Eleceed
Synopsis
Jiwoo Seo is a kind-hearted teenager with lightning-fast reflexes and a deep love for cats. One day, he meets Kayden, a secret agent who ends up being trapped in the body of a chubby, grumpy cat. Jiwoo discovers that he too possesses incredible abilities and under Kayden’s reluctant mentorship begins to develop his powers and uncover the secrets of a dangerous, power-driven world.
Why it's #15
Eleceed is funny, fast-paced, full of action, with great written characters (including villains). Plus, there are cute cats!
16. My Deepest Secret
Synopsis
Emma has a sweet, kind, and seemingly perfect boyfriend, Elios. However, what starts like an innocent romance slowly unravels as a string of eerie coincidences that follow Emma wherever she goes. The line between love and obsession begins to blur, revealing that her relationship isn’t as perfect as it seems.
Why it's #16
If you're looking for a psychological thriller with fun plot twists, we'd recommend checking out My Deepest Secret.
17. Everything is Fine
Synopsis
Sam and Maggie live in a picturesque, pastel-colored suburban neighbourhood, however, it's clear that beneath the surface something is terribly wrong. People disappear without explanation, there are rules you must never break, and everyone is under constant surveillance.
Sam begins to question these things and has to decide how far he's willing to go and whether he and Maggie can ever be free in a society where everyone has to always pretend everything is fine.
Why it's #17
If you're a fan of Black Mirror or Severance, Everything Is Fine should be on your radar. It’s a dystopian psychological horror told in a deceptively cute visual style.
18. Space Boy
Synopsis
When Amy's dad loses his job, her family is forced to relocate back to Earth, a journey that takes 30 years in cryogenic sleep. When Amy wakes up, she finds that everything seems unfamiliar - technology, culture, even her childhood friends (who are now middle-aged adults).
Amy enrolls in high school and tries to adapt to her new life, where she meets Oliver. The story unfolds into a deep and emotional exploration of identity, love, and what it means to be human in a world where everything is changing.
Why it's #18
Space Boy is a beautiful blend of sci-fi, emotion, and mystery. It includes gorgeous art that uses webtoon format in a unique way to show the vastness of Space. If you’re looking for a well-told story that goes into themes of loneliness, identity, and connection, this one’s for you.
19. Purple Hyacinth
Synopsis
Lauren Sinclair is a gifted detective with a supernatural ability to detect lies. Her quest to solve an unsolved murder drives her to form a secret alliance with a deadly assassin known as the Purple Hyacinth. Together they secretly investigate and uncover a twisted web of lies and betrayals that lead to a dangerous criminal organization known as the Phantom Scythe.
Why it's #19
If you're looking for a Webtoon where characters are portrayed with depth and complexity, Purple Hyacinth is for you. The webtoon uses a semi-steampunk / Victorian art style that’s both vibrant and detailed, plus it’s one of the few Webtoons that features an original soundtrack to go along with the reading experience.
20. Not Your Typical Reincarnation Story
Synopsis
After dying in an accident, our MC finds herself in the body of a young noblewoman named Edith. Unlike a typical reincarnation story, she’s not the first soul to inhabit her body, but the 13th! Each of her predecessors has met a similar miserable fate of being the villainess in a tragic romance. However, Edith sets out to reclaim her life and rewrite destiny.
Why it's #20
Not Your Typical Reincarnation Story offers a fresh perspective within its genre, instead of leaning into tropes like “get revenge” or “become the queen,” this story focuses on breaking the cycle of predestined tragedy. This is a story of self-discovery and survival.
