# Blackstone Unlimited

> Free digital audiobook library platform with instant borrowing and offline downloads. (iPhone/iPad app by Blackstone Audio, Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackstone-unlimited/id6443725473 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Blackstone Audio, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/354766336)
- Category: Books, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 627 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 45 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), European Spanish
- Released: 2023-04-02
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackstone-unlimited/id6443725473/reviews.md

## What is Blackstone Unlimited?

Never wait to check out an audiobook again— your library card ensures you’re always first in line!
 
Welcome to Blackstone Unlimited, a digital library platform. Borrow bestselling audiobooks for free with your library card and listen anytime, anywhere. Our award-winning catalog is available to you instantly with no holds or waiting. With over 7,000 titles to choose from and fresh new arrivals coming in regularly, you’re sure to find the perfect listen for every mood.
 
Contact your local library today to see if they participate in the Blackstone Unlimited program.
 
Getting set up is quick and easy. Our login and sign-up process is easier than ever with passwordless login— more secure, faster, and free of the hassle of remembering passwords.
 
Don’t let a lack of WiFi get in the way of your plans! Download audiobooks for listening on the go.

## Key features

- Free audiobook borrowing
- Instant access, no waiting
- Award-winning catalog
- Offline listening downloads
- Passwordless login
- Thousands of titles

## What do users think of Blackstone Unlimited?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Free audiobooks from the library
- 👍 No wait times for books
- 👍 Wide selection of choices
- 👍 User-friendly interface (mentioned by one user)
- 👍 Good for commutes and escaping reality

**Cons**

- 🐛 App won't open after update
- 🐛 No books available (reported by one user)
- 🐛 Limited content selection (less than most popular titles)
- 🐛 Poor category discovery and browsing
- 🐛 No CarPlay support
- 🐛 Glitchy and frequent crashes
- 🐛 Audiobooks randomly stop playing
- 🐛 App doesn't work with Bluetooth devices
- 🐛 Settings reset after closing app
- 🐛 Unable to create an account
- 🐛 Unable to use browse or genre tabs
- 🐛 Content selection is limited and mostly older titles
- 🐛 Too many US books, needs more international content

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App won't open after latest update
- App crashes frequently
- Error messages displayed
- App doesn't work with Bluetooth devices
- Audiobooks randomly stop playing
- Unable to create an account
- Unable to use browse or genre tabs

**Most requested features**

- Favorites list functionality
- Customizable playback speed options (more granular control)
- Improved browsing and genre discovery
- More international book selection (UK, Australia, NZ, Canada)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blackstone-unlimited/id6443725473/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No good books

*2026-08-05, version 7.6.5*

There are no popular audiobooks available

### 2/5 — Not good now

*2026-07-19, version 7.6.3*

I just did the latest update. Now the app won’t open. Please fix.

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2026-04-11, version 7.1.5*

Worst audiobook app I have ever used. It has no books. If I could give it 0/5, I would.

### 3/5 — Favorite list

*2026-03-23, version 7.0.8*

The ability to have a favorites list would be helpful

### 5/5 — My pleasure

*2026-02-28, version 7.0.8*

So many choices. Our world is crazy right now. And this gives me the option to engage or escape.

### 2/5 — No CarPlay

*2025-12-18, version 7.0.8*

I listen to audiobooks in the car while I drive. This app doesn’t fit the bill without CarPlay support.   I’ll have to continue using other audiobook apps for now.

### 3/5 — Playback speed options too limited

*2025-12-10, version 7.0.8*

Playback speeds should be customizable.  The next slowest option after 1x is .7x and the next fastest is 1.2x

### 3/5 — Unlimited Access for Limited Content

*2025-09-03, version 7.0.8*

On the one hand, I enjoy, knowing that whatever title I choose, will be available for me. On the other hand, the selection is limited to less than the most popular titles available.

### 3/5 — Decent options, poor category discovery

*2025-08-17, version 7.0.8*

Our library recently transitioned to Blackstone from Hoopla and it didn’t quite have the selection I’ve come to enjoy from the latter. There are some good books on there, but you have to know what you want. I wish there were more ways to browse the library and discover new books in a genre.

### 5/5 — Best Ever

*2025-02-27, version 7.0.2*

This is the best platform to get audio books from the library. You can get them right away and you don’t have to wait weeks .

## Frequently asked questions about Blackstone Unlimited

### What is Blackstone Unlimited?

Blackstone Unlimited is a digital library platform that allows users to borrow bestselling audiobooks for free using their library card. It offers instant access to a large catalog of titles without any holds or waiting periods.

### How do I get started with Blackstone Unlimited?

To get started, you need to have a library card from a participating library. You can then use your library card to log in and sign up for the service, which features a quick and easy passwordless login process.

### Can I listen to audiobooks offline?

Yes, you can download audiobooks to your device for listening on the go, even without a WiFi connection. This feature allows for uninterrupted listening during commutes or travel.

### Is there a cost to use Blackstone Unlimited?

No, Blackstone Unlimited is a free service. Your library card grants you access to borrow audiobooks without any charges or subscription fees. The platform is supported by participating libraries.

### What kind of audiobooks are available?

The platform features an award-winning catalog with over 7,000 titles, including many bestselling audiobooks. New titles are added regularly, ensuring a wide selection to suit various moods and interests.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.6.5 — 2026-07-24

Bug fixes and improvements

### 7.6.3 — 2026-07-09

- New return & review flow — rate with a thumbs up/down, write a review, and get suggestions for your next read
- Massive update to our search view. Search series, authors, categories and more. 
- Discover hand-picked Featured Collections in search
- Playback bug fixes
- Performance Enhancements

### 7.1.5 — 2026-04-09

Redesigned now playing screen with improved layouts for all device sizes. New sleep timer presets that persist across chapters. Revamped playback speed controls. 120Hz ProMotion support.

Better accessibility: improved Dynamic Type, VoiceOver labels, and WCAG AA contrast.

Smoother browsing with animated book transitions, adaptive iPad layouts, deep links, and book sharing.

Animated wishlist heart button. Library sort now saves correctly.

Report audio issues directly from the player. New Inter font throughout.

Numerous playback fixes including chapters going silent when locked and stuck chapter transitions.

### 7.0.8 — 2025-04-25

Internal improvements

### 7.0.7 — 2025-04-23

Bug fixes, specifically on iOS 17 and 16

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