# Audiobooks HQ + — Hands free audiobooks

> Listen to a large selection of audiobooks and old-time radio dramas on demand. (iPhone/iPad app by Inkstone Software, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiobooks-hq-plus/id573235547 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Inkstone Software, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/333434589)
- Category: Books, Entertainment
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 2,383 App Store ratings · 660 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 29 MB
- Languages: American English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek, Italian, Japanese, Korean and 7 more
- Released: 2012-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiobooks-hq-plus/id573235547/reviews.md

## What is Audiobooks HQ +?

FEATURED ON CNET—this is *the* app for busy people who have a graveyard of eBooks (you know who you are, you well-meaning intellectual, you.)

ROAD TRIP? TRAIN RIDE? JUST TRYING TO TUNE OUT THE PERSON SITTING NEXT TO YOU ON THE PLANE? ;) 

With over 600,000 premium audiobooks, and 120,000 free, you can get your wisdom on—and politely protect your headspace.

IT’S LIKE MUSIC...ERRR, NARRATION TO YOUR EARS. 

From the latest bestsellers, to timeless classics, to up and coming indie authors, Audiobooks HQ is the app for a massive selection of studio-recorded quality audiobooks, at your fingertips. Or should we say earbuds? 

ON DEMAND, NO SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED 

Just open, search, click and listen. There are no credits and no recurring monthly fees. Audiobooks HQ lets you download and listen on demand, wherever you are, whenever you're ready. Even find the top rated books with the click of a button, or switch the language and get your Spanish on! 

FANCY FEATURES YOU’LL WANT TO BRAG ABOUT TO YOUR FRIENDS 

Audiobooks HQ even does neat tricks like adjusts the speed, slows down or speeds up playback in 40 increments (without affecting pitch!), and even sets a sleep timer when it's time for bed. 

BONUS: ACCESS 109,000 EPISODES OF OLD TIME RADIO, TOO! 

It's the best radio dramas of the 1930's, 1940's, 1950's and more. Because what's modern technology without a little old-school entertainment? 

GREAT FOR AROUND THE HOUSE, TOO! 

Washing the car. Check. Washing the dog. Probably that, too. Whether you're logging some miles on the ol' treadmill, or logging 'em driving cross country, we're the companion you didn't know you needed. (Sorry, dog.)

## Key features

- Over 600,000 premium audiobooks
- 120,000 free audiobooks
- No subscription or monthly fees
- Download and listen on demand
- Adjustable playback speed
- Sleep timer
- 109,000 episodes of old-time radio

## Chart rankings

- #92 in Top Paid · Book (US App Store)

## What do users think of Audiobooks HQ +?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 🚀 Wide selection of books
- 🚀 Good quality narration
- 👍 Helpful for commuting and daily tasks
- 👍 Useful for visually impaired users
- 👍 Excellent value for free content

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent in keeping place in audiobook
- 🐛 Unavailable books shown in search
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 👎 Confusing premium features

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Notifications disabling alarms
- Downloading issues and books disappearing
- Unresponsive search and playback controls

**Most requested features**

- Ability to mark books as read
- Better navigation and organization
- More chapter/section markers
- Improved syncing across devices

## Recent user reviews (10 of 660)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiobooks-hq-plus/id573235547/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Self education, anywhere and anytime

*2026-01-22, version 4.17*

I love listening to the autobiographies, the non-fiction works, and the travel logs. I’m convinced since I hit 53, that this app is the reason I don’t need anything else to sleep! 😴

### 2/5 — Error de catálogo

*2026-01-20, version 4.17*

Tiene mucho contenido valioso, pero pocas veces puedo visualizarlo porque sale un letrero de “error de catálogo”, imposible acceder al catálogo en línea . Entonces, al final no se puede usar la aplicación.

### 5/5 — The Bliss of LibriVox

*2025-12-27, version 4.17*

I’ve read thousands of books over the decades.  When I became ill with fibromyalgia I had to switch to audio books because I had difficulties trying to read.  I have a few thousand of LibriVox books but I have the most enjoyment from my LibriVox stories.  Robert Howard, Manly Wade Wellman, Algernon Blackwood, Seabury Quinn, et al.  Just too much fun!  And Audiobooks HQ+ is my favorite reader!

### 5/5 — Johnny dollar

*2025-10-18, version 4.17*

I like listening to old time radio while driving

### 1/5 — No log in que

*2025-09-09, version 4.17*

I paid for the app’s one time purchase but there is no way to log in.

### 5/5 — Excellent for listeners

*2025-03-18, version 4.17*

I got this to keep me occupied while I was driving or otherwise busy with projects and other things that require a lot of time and solitude. I never expected to come across such a rich collection of incredibly diverse genres and collections of books I have loved over my lifetime.
It has books that I couldn't find on some premium subscription apps or libraries.
Apps are easy to download and very stable. I have yet to find a book had doesn't come through crystal clear.
If you love listening to classic books that you may or may not find anywhere else, this is perfect.

### 5/5 — A good app for listening to free audiobooks

*2025-02-15, version 4.17*

I find this app easy to use for listening to free books. Extra points for being able to control the reading speed and set a sleep timer.

### 5/5 — Fantastic Resource!!

*2025-02-12, version 4.17*

This app is WONDERFUL!! Lots of content very thoughtfully, organized, and easy to access. You’re going to love it :-)

### 1/5 — 微妙

*2025-01-27*

お金払ってまた本買う？よくわからないapp

### 5/5 — Love all Global Radio Episodes!

*2024-10-13, version 4.17*

This is my favorite Audiobooks app. All global Radio episodes from BBC are fantastic and FREE. Unbelievably great productions. Very happy :))

## Frequently asked questions about Audiobooks HQ +

### What is Audiobooks HQ +?

Audiobooks HQ + is an application that provides access to a large collection of audiobooks and old-time radio dramas. It allows users to listen to content on demand without requiring a subscription or recurring fees.

### How many audiobooks are available?

The app features over 600,000 premium audiobooks and 120,000 free audiobooks. This extensive library includes bestsellers, classics, and works by independent authors.

### Does Audiobooks HQ + require a subscription?

No, Audiobooks HQ + does not require a subscription or any recurring monthly fees. Users can download and listen to audiobooks and radio dramas on demand, making it a cost-effective option.

### What are the playback features?

The app offers features like adjustable playback speed, allowing you to speed up or slow down narration in 40 increments without altering the pitch. It also includes a sleep timer for convenient listening before bed.

### What kind of content besides audiobooks can I find?

In addition to audiobooks, the app provides access to over 109,000 episodes of old-time radio dramas from the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, and beyond, offering a dose of classic entertainment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.17 — 2021-04-25

• Over 120,000 FREE audiobooks and 470,000 premium audiobooks.
• Including the entire LibriVox and Podiobooks collections, with new free books added daily.
• Fixed issue with Podiobooks catalog.
• Updated for iOS 14.

### 4.16 — 2020-05-20

• Over 120,000 free audiobooks and 470,000 premium audiobooks.
• Including the entire free LibriVox and Podiobooks collections, with new free books added daily.
• More books than any other audiobook app.
• This version fixes some issues with premium audiobook playback.

### 4.15 — 2020-05-08

• Over 120,000 free audiobooks and 600,000 premium audiobooks.
• Including the entire free LibriVox and Podiobooks collections, with new free books added daily.
• More books than any other audiobook app.

### 4.14 — 2019-08-17

• Now with over 13,775 free audiobooks and new books added daily.
• Expanded Old Time Radio catalog with over 81,500 episodes.
• Bug fixes.

### 4.13 — 2019-02-12

• Now with over 13,325 FREE audiobooks and new books added daily.
• We have fixed the audiobook unavailable issue. Sorry for the inconvenience.

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