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BookPlayer

Plays M4B/M4A/MP3 audiobooks

20K ratings
1253 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 2, 2016
  • October 7, 2026

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Developer

Gianni Carlo
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About

This app provides a dedicated listening experience for audiobooks in M4B, M4A, MP3, and FLAC formats. It offers robust import, management, and playback features, including chapter navigation, variable playback speed, and cloud sync for seamless listening across devices.

✓Import audiobooks via AirDrop, Files, iTunes, servers, and zip files
✓Manage library with progress tracking, sorting, and playlists
✓Advanced playback controls including speed, rewind, and volume boost
✓Chapter navigation and lock screen controls
✓Cloud sync for cross-device listening
✓CarPlay and Apple Watch companion app support
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of BookPlayer. Based on 20K reviews and a 4.8/5 average, it highlights the 8 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Books app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Flawless playback
  • 👍Intuitive and clean interface
  • 💡Ability to import from various sources
  • 🚀Fast and responsive
  • 👍Remembers playback position
  • 👍Customizable playback speed
  • 👍No ads or in-app purchases
  • 👍Excellent organization features

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional crashes or glitches
  • 🐛Issues with importing or playing certain files
  • 🐛Syncing issues between devices
  • 🐛Unreliable performance after updates
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What's New in BookPlayer

5.22.2

October 7, 2026

Bugfixes – Fix crash that happens right after opening on iOS 18 and iOS 26 devices Don't forget to check out what we fixed in the previous version: Bugfixes – Fixed CarPlay on iOS 27 jumping back to the beginning of a book and losing its progress – Jellyfin 12: fixed book downloads and Quick Connect sign-in – Jellyfin: fixed book details failing to load for books that list a narrator – "Most recent" sorting now moves a book to the top as soon as you start playing it – Fixed actions like delete not responding after importing files, and "New folder" / "Create a volume" doing nothing – Fixed typing a server address with a path or a port when adding a Jellyfin or Audiobookshelf server Improvements – Apple Watch: your library now uses the same sort order you picked on your iPhone Special thanks to: – @klikh (sponsor) – @pablofontanilla and @sashplatonov for their code contributions to this update If you experience any issues, please reach us at support@bookplayer.app

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

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Charts

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This app rose +1 position in Book chart.

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User reviews

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It’s amazing, you can set a time before sleeping and it’ll turn off automatically, everything about it is good
AtsaadatAtsaadat

BookPlayer

Hands-down, best audiobook player on iOS
BeropiusBeropius

Claims to be free, but it’s not.

The app itself works fine. And I have no objection to paying for a Pro version with extra features, or having a free trial version with limited functionality or that expires. But this app claims to be “free” but in 90 days it shuts down unless you buy a subscription or pay a “tip” to unlock it. This is dishonest advertising and I refuse to do business with them.
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old Linux userold Linux user

Ex-VLC user and won’t go back!

BookPlayer is a brilliant app with so many features. It’s superior to VLC in every way and I’m glad I switched. Allows you to customise so many options, such as displaying file name only, themes, etc.
Andrew84848Andrew84848

Лучшее приложение для аудиокниг.

Спасибо большое разработчикам за эти приложение! Я в меру своего ограничения, пользуюсь этим BookPlayer постоянно. Большое количество книг прослушано и все благодаря вам!!!
Марго250Марго250
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Playback issues with certain audio formats

Bug

Importing problems with large audiobook libraries

Bug

Crashes when deleting books

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Requested Features

6 requests

Bookmark management

Feature

Percentage completion tracking

Feature

Improved multi-file book handling

Feature

Customizable sleep timer

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iCloud/cloud sync between devices

Feature

Siri/Shortcuts integration

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FAQ

What is BookPlayer?

BookPlayer is a dedicated application designed for playing audiobooks in M4B, M4A, MP3, and FLAC formats. It offers a comprehensive set of features for importing, organizing, and listening to your audiobook library.

What are the key features of BookPlayer?

Key features include versatile import options (AirDrop, Files, iTunes, servers), library management with progress tracking and playlists, advanced playback controls like variable speed and smart rewind, chapter navigation, and cloud sync for cross-device listening. It also supports CarPlay and has an Apple Watch companion app.

How can I import audiobooks into BookPlayer?

You can import audiobooks using several methods: AirDrop from Mac or iOS devices, from the Files app or other apps on your device, via iTunes File Sharing, from AudiobookShelf or Jellyfin servers, or by importing zip files containing your books.

Is BookPlayer compatible with my devices?

BookPlayer supports M4B, M4A, MP3, and FLAC audio file formats. It also offers CarPlay support and a companion app for the Apple Watch, allowing for a seamless listening experience across multiple Apple devices.

What are the common use cases for BookPlayer?

This app is ideal for audiobook enthusiasts who want a more organized and feature-rich listening experience than standard music players. It's perfect for managing large audiobook collections, listening during commutes via CarPlay, or continuing playback on your Apple Watch.