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Book Shelf Scanner: Spines

Book Shelf Scanner: Spines

Thrift & used bookstore finder

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  • Released
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  • February 4, 2026
  • August 1, 2026

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True Story Limited
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Effortlessly scan entire bookshelves to identify valuable books based on your personal preferences. This tool helps you discover hidden gems in second-hand shops and track books you want, love, or have acquired. It integrates with Goodreads and StoryGraph for tailored recommendations.

✓Scan entire bookshelves at once
✓Discover hidden gems in second-hand shops
✓Spot books matching your reading taste
✓Track books you want, love, or have grabbed
✓Import from Goodreads or StoryGraph
✓Personalized recommendations
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What's New in Book Shelf Scanner

1.0.42

August 1, 2026

Spotted a book we got wrong? Now you can tell us. Tap any book and report a bad match — wrong title, wrong author, not on the shelf at all. Every report makes the next scan sharper. We also gave the welcome scan a fresh shelf, with the standout books sorted to the top so you can see what Spines is looking for. Plus: friendlier trial reminders, and a handful of fixes to the paywall and sign-up flow. Happy hunting.

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Subscription plans

Spines Premium

Unlimited book scans and full history access

$49.991 Year
7 Days trial
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User reviews

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Flash required

I appreciate the developers addressed an update glitch reported earlier. However, my iPad doesn’t have a flash so it’s said the camera can’t be enabled for the app.
UniqLoMaUniqLoMa

Response from developer

Sorry about that! A server change on our side sent the app looking for an update that hadn't been released yet — completely our fault. It's fixed now, so if you reopen Spines it should work normally (a force-quit and reopen will clear it if not). We'd really appreciate a second chance — and if you hit any other issues, we're at support@spinesapp.com. Thanks!

Unable to update

Open and it directed me to AppStore for an update, then nothing happened and no subsequent action indicated.
UniqLoMaUniqLoMa

Response from developer

Sorry about that! A server change on our side sent the app looking for an update that hadn't been released yet — completely our fault. It's fixed now, so if you reopen Spines it should work normally (a force-quit and reopen will clear it if not). We'd really appreciate a second chance — and if you hit any other issues, we're at support@spinesapp.com. Thanks!

Not worth it

So the concept is an app that helps you find books more easily when sorting through large amount of books. Sounds good until you see it’s $50 a year? I don’t want another subscription. There’s gotta be a better way to monetize this service. Maybe like a one time $10 price for full access but I cannot get behind paying for another subscription
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Response from developer

Thanks for the honest feedback — we know another subscription is a hard sell. Just so you know, you don't have to pay to use Spines: the free tier gives you scans every month at no cost, so you can keep using it as-is. We're also actively looking at our pricing options, and feedback like this directly shapes that. Hope you'll stick with the free version in the meantime!

A bit steep

£5/month for a book scanning app. Maybe if it was £1, was expecting free with ads. Neat idea, but over monetised.
Some dude that used this app!Some dude that used this app!

Response from developer

Thanks for the honest feedback — glad the idea landed even if the price didn't! Worth knowing: there's a free tier (3 scans a month, with personalised "For You" matches), and the yearly plan works out around £2.90/month. We went subscription instead of ads because each scan runs AI processing that costs us per use, and we didn't want to clutter a cosy book-hunting app with adverts. Happy hunting either way!

Outstanding

An indispensable app in my library, whilst I enjoy perusing through a book shelf I find myself tiring very quickly. This app has enabled me to source a number of titles on my personal wishlist which I’d initially failed to spot on the shelf! A brilliant idea and super easy to use. Five stars.
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FAQ

Does Book Shelf Scanner have ads?

No, Book Shelf Scanner does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use with optional premium features.

What is the price of Book Shelf Scanner Premium?

Book Shelf Scanner Premium is available for $6.99 per month or $49.99 per year. The annual subscription includes a 7-day free trial.

How does Book Shelf Scanner identify books?

Book Shelf Scanner uses your device's camera to read book spines. It then identifies the titles and provides information based on your preferences and integrated services.

Can I import my existing book lists into Book Shelf Scanner?

Yes, you can import your book lists from Goodreads or StoryGraph to personalize your recommendations within Book Shelf Scanner.

What devices does Book Shelf Scanner support?

Book Shelf Scanner is available for iPhone and iPod devices.

How often is Book Shelf Scanner updated?

The latest version of Book Shelf Scanner is 1.0.34, last updated on June 25, 2026. Updates typically include new features and performance improvements.

What is the age rating for Book Shelf Scanner?

Book Shelf Scanner has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

How do I cancel my Book Shelf Scanner Premium subscription?

Subscription management, including cancellation, is typically handled through your device's app store settings. You can usually find options to manage subscriptions within your account details.