# AudioBooth: Audiobooks Player — Audiobookshelf made simple > Simple iOS client for Audiobookshelf users to listen to self-hosted audiobooks. (iPhone/iPad app by Jeremy Grenier.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiobooth-audiobooks-player/id6753017503 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Jeremy Grenier](https://appshunter.io/developer/882749741) - Category: Books, Entertainment - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.90/5 from 483 App Store ratings · 87 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 17.0 · 81 MB - Languages: American English, Danish, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan) - Released: 2025-10-28 - Data updated: 2026-08-26 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiobooth-audiobooks-player/id6753017503/reviews.md ## What is AudioBooth? Your personal audiobook companion for Audiobookshelf. AudioBooth is a streamlined iOS client designed exclusively for Audiobookshelf users who value simplicity and performance. Built with a focus on essential audiobook listening features, AudioBooth delivers a clean, distraction-free experience for your self-hosted audiobook library. Key Features: • Pure Audiobookshelf integration - Connect seamlessly to your personal Audiobookshelf server • Focused audiobook experience - Purpose-built interface optimized for audiobook listening • Essential playback controls - Variable speed, sleep timer with fade out, and chapter navigation • Progress synchronization - Keep your listening progress in sync across devices • Offline downloads - Download audiobooks for listening without an internet connection • Library browsing - Explore your books, authors, series, and collections with filtering options • CarPlay support - Enjoy your audiobooks safely on the road with full CarPlay integration • In-app ebook reader - Read EPUBs and PDFs directly within the app • Multi-connection support - Connect to multiple servers or different accounts • Playback history - Track your complete listening history • Background playback - Continue listening while using other apps • Lock screen controls - Standard media controls on your lock screen • Apple Watch app - Control playback from your wrist • Clean, native design - Intuitive interface that feels at home on iOS AudioBooth focuses on what matters most: enjoying your audiobooks. No unnecessary features, no bloat, just a reliable, efficient way to access your Audiobookshelf library on your iPhone and iPad. Note: AudioBooth requires an existing Audiobookshelf server to function. The app does not include any media content. Learn more about Audiobookshelf at https://audiobookshelf.org --- AudioBooth is an independent client application and is not affiliated with the Audiobookshelf project. By downloading AudioBooth, you agree to Apple's Standard Licensed Application End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ## Key features - Audiobookshelf integration - Essential playback controls - Offline downloads - Progress synchronization - CarPlay support - In-app ebook reader ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Supporter | $0.99 | per month | **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Buy Me Dinner | $9.99 | one-time | | Buy Me a Coffee | $2.99 | one-time | | Buy Me Lunch | $4.99 | one-time | ## Chart rankings - #154 in Top Free · Book (US App Store) ## Recent user reviews (10 of 87) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiobooth-audiobooks-player/id6753017503/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Great *2026-08-16* Great and awesome. So easy to use ### 5/5 — the best *2026-08-09* polished app ### 5/5 — Perfekt *2026-08-06* Das ist der absolute Wahnsinn. Die Apple Podcasts-App ist zwar in den vergangenen Jahren etwas besser geworden, aber trotzdem weit weg von gut. Darum hoste ich Podcasts jetzt selber mit Audiobookshelf. Aber das eigentlich tolle an dieser Lösung ist diese App hier. Die Möglichkeiten für Einstellungen sind absolut perfekt. Ich werde zB. niemals wieder aus Versehen im Podcast im Sperrbildschirm zurückspringen. Und vieles mehr. ### 5/5 — Works perfectly *2026-07-31* Simple enough to use and just the right amount of complexity to figure out how to use features I would find useful. I would love it if I were able highlight parts of the book I was reading to come back to later. And I would absolute love and appreciate it if I were able to synch my audiobooks with the pages of the ebook as it plays. Hopefully in the future it will be possible Also I would absolutely love if there were different intervals for rewinding or better scrub control for audiobooks, still an amazing app even as it is though. ### 5/5 — Fantastic app *2026-07-27* This app is amazing, what a great job by the dev, thank you! ### 5/5 — Beautiful, intuitive, and safe to hand to anyone *2026-07-27* I run an Audiobookshelf server used by several friends in their sixties and seventies, and I’m so glad that, with Audiobooth, there’s finally an app I can recommend to them that’s beautiful, intuitive, and reliable. From its design to its functionality, Audiobooth is a triumph, the type of app that I’d be proud to have made myself (if I knew anything at all about doing so). I must especially commend the obvious care that’s gone into ensuring that the impressive range of customisations available in the app settings never comes at the expense of a clean and well-organised user experience on the home page, or in the library and collection panes. Yesterday, for example, I set up Audiobooth on a septuagenarian friend’s mobile and quickly found the options necessary to make sure audiobooks download automatically when she starts listening to them; delete themselves from the phone when she finishes; and appear clearly on the home screen (or the downloads folder) in the interim. Easy. My friend was thrilled when I switched on the ‘Your stats’ feature, which allows her to see, at a glance, an overview of her listening activity and select a daily listening goal. 
I want to make sure I mention a couple of the other design features that make Audiobooth a joy to use. For example, I love that when I select an audiobook to continue listening to it, the ‘continue listening’ button itself functions as a clean visual progress bar that shows how far I am through the book in question. What a great idea. Similarly, the addition of an activity overview to the ‘Your stats’ page in the style of a GitHub contributions graph is a lovely touch. Both features add clarity without getting in the way of the app’s core function, which is to make it easy for you to listen to audiobooks. That’s outstanding design in my view. 
All in all, Audiobooth is an app so satisfying to use that, even though I’ve seldom written app reviews in the past, I wanted to make an effort for this one. If you’re after an Audiobookshelf-compatible app, and you’ve been disappointed by the other offerings on iOS (all of which I’ve tried), then look no further: Audiobooth is the app that will make you feel sorry for people stuck on Audible and glad that such an excellent alternative has finally arrived. If I had one hope, it’s that Audiobooth doesn’t get too stuffed with features from here, because I think the app’s restraint is part of what makes it so attractive and user-friendly. My compliments to the developer: you’ve really done a terrific job. ### 5/5 — Kinda Perfect *2026-07-22* If you use Audiobookshelf, then this is the app for you. I’ve tried it on iPhone, MacOS (via iPad app), and Apple Watch. All are just great and I can pick up on one device where I left off on another. The UI is clean, functional, and intuitive. There are a lot of settings that allow you to personalize the app a bit, and again, all are great. I signed up as a monthly subscriber and I encourage you to do the same to support this incredible app! ### 5/5 — Best app there is !, *2026-07-21* It’s really good and well made and free! Huge props to the devs! ### 5/5 — Amazing! *2026-07-15* After buying another app to access my audiobookshelf, and trying this out, it’s better in every way! Thanks! ### 5/5 — My best audiobook App ever *2026-07-08* It’s free yet incredibly professional—I’m amazed. I have so much respect for the creator; I’m happy to pay for something like this by choice, which is exactly what I did. The app works beautifully as a widget with Docker on my private server—it’s fantastic. Thanks! ## Frequently asked questions about AudioBooth ### What does AudioBooth do? AudioBooth is an iOS client designed for users of Audiobookshelf. It allows you to connect to your self-hosted Audiobookshelf server, browse your audiobook library, and listen to your books with essential playback features. It also includes an in-app reader for EPUB and PDF files. ### What are the key features of AudioBooth? Key features include seamless Audiobookshelf integration, variable speed playback, a sleep timer, chapter navigation, progress synchronization across devices, offline downloads, CarPlay support, and an in-app ebook reader. It also offers multi-connection support and playback history. ### How much does AudioBooth cost? The app is free to download and use, but it does have in-app purchases. The specific cost for any in-app purchases is not detailed in the provided description, but it operates on a freemium model. ### What are the system requirements for AudioBooth? AudioBooth is designed for iOS devices, specifically iPhones and iPads. It requires an existing Audiobookshelf server to function, as it does not include any media content itself. You can learn more about setting up an Audiobookshelf server at https://audiobookshelf.org. ### Can I use AudioBooth without an internet connection? Yes, AudioBooth supports offline downloads. You can download your audiobooks from your Audiobookshelf server when you have an internet connection, allowing you to listen to them later without needing to be online. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.11 — 2026-07-21 Thank you for all the amazing feedback and support! - Keep Next Items Offline - Automatically download what's next in started series and podcasts - Volume Leveling - Even out loud and quiet passages with low, medium, and high strength - Siri Support - Play a downloaded book or resume your current book with Siri - Multi-Select Batch Actions - Add multiple books to playlists and collections in a single action - Podcast Auto-Queue - Automatically add newly published episodes to the queue - Play All - Play all books in a series, author, or narrator page in a single tap - More Ebook Fonts - Additional font options for the ebook reader - Accessibility - Improved VoiceOver support throughout the app - Bug Fixes & Improvements - Numerous fixes and stability improvements based on your feedback Special thanks to @antdon, @Creationsss, @math65, @jeeftor, and @octopotato for their contributions! ### 1.10 — 2026-06-09 Thank you for all the amazing feedback and support! • Stats Page Revamp - Refreshed design with improved listening insights • Settings Revamp - Fully revamped settings with a refreshed look and feel • New Themes - Choose from multiple themes, with a new sepia color as default • Card Preferences - New dedicated page to customize card appearance, including a cover flow for the continue section • CarPlay Library Selection - Choose which library to browse directly from CarPlay • Watch App Improvements - Custom header and more sections for quicker access to your library • Playlist & Collection Downloads - Download all support in a single action • Haptic Feedback - Tactile feedback throughout the app • Ebook Reader - More preferences and improved stability • Lock Screen & Player Preferences - More options to customize your listening experience • Alarm Support - Set an alarm to interrupt playback at a specific time or after a duration • Repeat Support - Repeat the current book, episode, or chapter during playback • Bug Fixes & Improvements - Numerous fixes based on your feedback Special thanks to @DonQuinleone for their contribution! ### 1.9 — 2026-04-23 Thank you for all the amazing feedback and support! • New Audio Player - Better multi-file and streaming experience • Equalizer Support - Customize your audio with equalizer presets • CarPlay Podcasts - Browse and play podcasts directly from CarPlay • Smart Continue Playback - Automatically play the next episode or book in series • Apple Watch Complications - Quick access to playback controls from your watch face • Stats Widgets - View your listening statistics right from your home screen • Pinned Playlist Preferences - Auto-download and auto-remove books from your pinned playlist • Alternative URL Fallback - Automatically switch to your alternative URL on connectivity issues • Bug Fixes & Improvements - Numerous fixes based on your feedback Special thanks to @octopotato and @Creationsss for their contributions! Thanks for using AudioBooth! Keep the feedback coming. ### 1.8 — 2026-03-22 Thank you for all the amazing feedback and support! • Alternative URL & API Key Support - More ways to connect to your server • Per-Book Narration Speed - Individual playback speeds for each book • Ebook Reader Enhancements - Tap zones, auto scroll, and audiobook controls • Reading Gauge Stats - Visualize your progress at a glance • Podcast Queue & Batch Downloads - Better podcast management • Library Revamp - Series cards for a cleaner, more visual layout • Customization & Preferences - New options to tailor your player, ebook reader, and listening experience • Bug Fixes & Improvements - Numerous fixes based on your feedback Special thanks to @octopotato, @b-harting, and @marcosgarrido for their contributions! Thanks for using AudioBooth! Keep the feedback coming. ### 1.7 — 2026-02-20 Packed update! Thank you for all the amazing feedback and support! • Podcast Support – Listen to your Audiobookshelf podcasts with full playback and management • Playing Queue – View and manage your listening queue on the fly • Book Sessions History – See your full listening session history right from the book details page • Live Activity for Sleep Timer – Track your sleep timer at a glance from the Dynamic Island and Lock Screen • iCloud Preferences Sync – Your preferences now stay in sync across all your devices • Pending Downloads – View and manage pending downloads directly in the downloads tab • Improved Ebook Reader – Better performance, usability, and more customization options • Bug Fixes & Improvements – Numerous fixes and enhancements based on your feedback Thanks for using AudioBooth! 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