# Audbin — Audiobook Player

> Private audiobook player with free public domain titles and import capabilities. (iPhone/iPad app by Stefan Samne.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audbin/id6758535282 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Stefan Samne](https://appshunter.io/developer/1873491135)
- Category: Books, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $9.99)
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 3 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-02-03
- Data updated: 2026-06-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audbin/id6758535282/reviews.md

## What is Audbin?

A beautiful, private audiobook player for your personal library — plus thousands of free public domain audiobooks to discover.

DISCOVER FREE AUDIOBOOKS
Browse and download from LibriVox and Internet Archive. Thousands of classic titles, completely free. No account needed.

SUPPORTED FORMATS
MP3, M4A, M4B, AAC, AIFF, WAV

Import your audiobooks or discover free ones and start listening. Free to use with up to 3 books. Upgrade for unlimited books and premium features.

FREE
- Import up to 3 books
- Discover free audiobooks from LibriVox & Internet Archive
- Play/pause, seek, skip
- Variable speed (0.5x - 2x)
- Sleep timer (15/30/45/60 min)
- Lock Screen & AirPods controls
- AirPlay streaming
- Smart auto-rewind on resume
- Light/Dark theme

AUDBIN (one-time purchase)
Everything free, plus:
- Unlimited books
- Chapter navigation (M4B)
- Rich bookmarks with titles and notes
- Book offloading (free storage, keep your data)
- Re-download offloaded catalog books with one tap
- Export & share bookmarks and notes
- Share what you're listening to with cover art
- Online cover art fetching
- Companion documents (PDF, EPUB)
- Custom sleep timer (5 min - 3 hours)
- Manual library reordering
- All sort modes
- Book notes & mark as finished

AUDBIN PRO (subscription)
Everything in Audbin, plus:
- 10-band equalizer with presets (Voice Boost, Spoken Word, Bass, and more)
- Listening statistics & streaks
- Share stats as a branded card
- Branding-free sharing
- Speed up to 3x
- End-of-chapter sleep timer
- Sleep timer fade-out
- "Still Listening?" detection
- Siri Shortcuts

FEATURES

Discover & Import
- Browse free public domain audiobooks
- Download directly from LibriVox and Internet Archive
- Import from Files app
- Automatic metadata extraction
- Search and sort your library
- Manual reordering
- Companion documents
- Offload books to save storage
- Re-download catalog books after offloading

Bookmarks & Notes
- Add bookmarks while listening with a single tap
- Open any bookmark to add rich notes
- Play from any bookmark position
- Export all bookmarks and notes as text

Playback
- Chapter navigation for M4B audiobooks
- Auto-advance to next track
- Variable speed saved per book
- Customizable skip intervals
- Multiple sleep timer modes
- Background playback
- AirPlay to speakers and TVs
- Return to position after jumping to bookmarks
- Tap anywhere on a track to play

Equalizer (Pro)
- 10-band graphic EQ
- Voice Boost, Spoken Word, Bass Boost, Treble Boost, Loudness presets
- Custom band adjustments
- Settings persist across sessions

Sharing
- Share books with cover art
- Export bookmarks and notes
- Share individual notes with context
- Share listening stats as image cards

Controls
- AirPods: tap to play/pause, double-tap skip
- Lock Screen and Control Center
- Siri voice commands
- Mini player stays visible while browsing
- Tap book header to resume playback

Privacy
- All data stays on your device
- No accounts required
- No analytics or tracking
- Works completely offline (imported books)

Privacy Policy: https://audbin.app/privacy.html
Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Import personal audiobooks
- Discover free public domain titles
- Variable playback speed
- Sleep timer
- Chapter navigation
- Rich bookmarking with notes
- 10-band equalizer (Pro)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| All Pro features. Save over 35%. | $14.99 | per year |
| All Pro features, billed monthly. | $1.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Audbin | $4.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Audbin

### What audio formats does Audbin support?

Audbin supports a wide range of audio formats including MP3, M4A, M4B, AAC, AIFF, and WAV. This ensures compatibility with most of your audiobook files.

### How can I get free audiobooks on Audbin?

Audbin allows you to discover and download thousands of free public domain audiobooks directly from LibriVox and Internet Archive. No account is needed to access these classic titles.

### What are the limitations of the free version of Audbin?

The free version of Audbin allows you to import up to 3 books and includes basic playback features. For unlimited books and premium features, an upgrade is required.

### What is the difference between Audbin and Audbin Pro?

Audbin (one-time purchase) offers unlimited books, chapter navigation, rich bookmarks, and companion document support. Audbin Pro (subscription) adds a 10-band equalizer, listening statistics, advanced speed controls, and Siri Shortcuts.

### Does Audbin have ads?

No, Audbin does not contain advertisements. The app prioritizes a private listening experience without interruptions from ads.

### How often is Audbin updated?

Audbin was last updated on April 27, 2026, with version 2.3.0. This indicates a relatively recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### Is Audbin available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Audbin is supported on iPhone and iPad. Information regarding Android compatibility is not available.

### What do users like about Audbin?

Audbin has a perfect 5.0-star rating from 1 review, indicating a highly positive user sentiment. Users likely appreciate its beautiful design, privacy focus, and the ability to manage both personal and free audiobooks.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3.0 — 2026-04-27

Audbin 2.3 - Free Cover Art + Share to Audbin

Now Free: Online Cover Art Fetching
- Cover art fetching is now included for everyone, on every tier. New books automatically pull artwork from public book databases on import.
- You can toggle it off in Settings if you'd rather skip it.

New: Share Audiobooks to Audbin
- Audbin now appears in the iOS share sheet for audio files. Open an audio file in Files, Mail, Messages, or Safari, tap Share, and pick Audbin to import.
- Long-press Audbin in the share sheet and add it to Favorites for quicker access.

Both changes came straight from user feedback. Keep it coming.

### 2.2.2 — 2026-03-26

Audbin 2.2 - Discover Free Audiobooks

New: Free Audiobook Catalog
- Browse and download thousands of free public domain audiobooks from LibriVox and Internet Archive, right inside Audbin.
- Search by title, filter by genre, preview chapters and descriptions before downloading.
- Downloads happen in the background — your book appears in your library when it's ready.
- Offloaded catalog books can be re-downloaded with a single tap. No need to hunt for the file again.

New: Working Equalizer
- The 10-band EQ now actually affects your audio (yes, really). Voice Boost, Spoken Word, Bass Boost, Treble Boost, Loudness, and Flat presets.
- Drag individual frequency bars to customize. A "Custom" indicator appears when you've made your own adjustments.
- Your EQ settings persist across sessions and app restarts.

New: Siri Bookmark (Lock Screen)
- Say "Bookmark this in Audbin" to Siri while your phone is locked and a bookmark is saved at exactly that moment. No unlocking required.

New: Tap-to-Play Tracks
- Tap anywhere on a track row to start playing — no more aiming for the tiny play button.

New: Notifications & Reminders
- Optional nudges for listening streaks, milestones, book completions, and a daily reminder.
- All notification types are individually toggleable. Off by default — opt in from Settings.

New: What's New Sheet
- See what changed after each update, with a quick rundown of new features and which tier they belong to.

Fixed: Swipe down to dismiss the player — it's back. Sorry about that.

Also fixed: AirPods pause/resume now works reliably. Progress bar no longer jumps around when you pause and resume. Lock screen stays in sync. And a bunch of other things that were quietly broken and pretending not to be.

### 2.2.1 — 2026-03-15

Audbin 2.2 - Discover Free Audiobooks

New: Free Audiobook Catalog
- Browse and download thousands of free public domain audiobooks from LibriVox and Internet Archive, right inside Audbin.
- Search by title, filter by genre, preview chapters and descriptions before downloading.
- Downloads happen in the background — your book appears in your library when it's ready.
- Offloaded catalog books can be re-downloaded with a single tap. No need to hunt for the file again.

New: Working Equalizer
- The 10-band EQ now actually affects your audio (yes, really). Voice Boost, Spoken Word, Bass Boost, Treble Boost, Loudness, and Flat presets.
- Drag individual frequency bars to customize. A "Custom" indicator appears when you've made your own adjustments.
- Your EQ settings persist across sessions and app restarts.

New: Siri Bookmark (Lock Screen)
- Say "Bookmark this in Audbin" to Siri while your phone is locked and a bookmark is saved at exactly that moment. No unlocking required.

New: Tap-to-Play Tracks
- Tap anywhere on a track row to start playing — no more aiming for the tiny play button.

New: Notifications & Reminders
- Optional nudges for listening streaks, milestones, book completions, and a daily reminder.
- All notification types are individually toggleable. Off by default — opt in from Settings.

New: What's New Sheet
- See what changed after each update, with a quick rundown of new features and which tier they belong to.

Fixed: Swipe down to dismiss the player — it's back. Sorry about that.

Also fixed: AirPods pause/resume now works reliably, lock screen progress bar stays in sync, and a bunch of other things that were quietly broken and pretending not to be.

### 2.2.0 — 2026-03-11

Audbin 2.2 - Discover Free Audiobooks

New: Free Audiobook Catalog
- Browse and download thousands of free public domain audiobooks from LibriVox and Internet Archive, right inside Audbin.
- Search by title, filter by source, preview chapters and descriptions before downloading.
- Downloads happen in the background — your book appears in your library when it's ready.
- Offloaded catalog books can be re-downloaded with a single tap. No need to hunt for the file again.

New: Working Equalizer
- The 10-band EQ now actually affects your audio (yes, really). Voice Boost, Spoken Word, Bass Boost, Treble Boost, Loudness, and Flat presets.
- Drag individual frequency bars to customize. A "Custom" indicator appears when you've made your own adjustments.
- Your EQ settings persist across sessions and app restarts.

New: Tap-to-Play Tracks
- Tap anywhere on a track row to start playing — no more aiming for the tiny play button.

New: Rich Bookmarks
- Bookmarks now support titles and detailed notes. Tap any bookmark to open it, edit, play from that position, or share it.

New: Book Offloading
- Running low on storage? Offload books to delete audio files while keeping all your bookmarks, notes, progress, and chapters intact.
- Reimport the same file later and everything snaps back into place.

New: Share Everything
- Share what you're listening to with cover art
- Export all bookmarks and notes as formatted text
- Share individual bookmark notes with book context

New: Return to Position
- Jumped to a bookmark and lost your place? A floating "Return" button appears so you can hop right back.

Improved: Tap book header to resume playback. Localized pricing. Auto-rewind now free for everyone.

### 2.1.0 — 2026-03-06

Audbin 2.1 - The "Wait, Where Was I?" Update

New: Rich Bookmarks
- Bookmarks are now full-featured notes. Tap any bookmark to open it, add a title and detailed notes, play from that position, or share it.
- Content previews show right in your bookmark list so you can see what you wrote at a glance.

New: Book Offloading
- Running low on storage? Offload books to delete audio files while keeping all your bookmarks, notes, progress, and chapters intact. It's like putting a book back on the shelf — except the shelf remembers exactly which page you were on.
- Reimport the same file later and everything snaps back into place. Magic? No, just good engineering.

New: Share Everything
- Share what you're listening to (with cover art!) to flex your literary taste
- Export all bookmarks & notes as formatted text
- Share individual bookmark notes with book context
- Share your notes from the editor
- Pro users: branding-free sharing, because you've earned it

New: Return to Position
- Jumped to a bookmark and lost your place? A floating "Return" button appears so you can hop right back. No more "wait, where was I?" panic.
- Works in both the mini player and full player

New: Tap to Play
- Tap the book header (cover art + progress) to instantly resume playback. One less tap between you and your book.

Improved: Localized Pricing
- Prices now display in your local currency everywhere in the app. No more mental math.

Assorted improvements and the usual behind-the-scenes tidying up.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-28.*
