# iBOOKLIGHT

> Mobile device app that functions as a book light for reading. (iPhone/iPad app by jami becker.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibooklight/id301861333 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [jami becker](https://appshunter.io/developer/300634303)
- Category: Books, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 41 App Store ratings · 124 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-01-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibooklight/id301861333/reviews.md

## What is iBOOKLIGHT?

Turn your iPHONE or iPAD into a book light.

iBOOKLIGHT is now simple & clean. It will illuminate your reading while the rest of the world sleeps. Stand it upright or rest it on the pillow, on yourself or behind your shoulder. Goodbye fussy book lights that awake your partner.

Stays on indefinitely

We appreciate simple, clean design. This is the answer, you can read your book without fussing with too many controls.

GET IT NOW FOR  FREE!  
Support development with in app purchase.

BY: www.nomadcandy.com

GREAT Reading Light for your favorite fiction and non fiction: Freakonomics, An Innocent Client, Where the Crawdads Sing, Pachinko, Before We Were Yours, Circe, Defending Jacob, We Were The Lucky Ones, Everything I Never Told you, Becoming, Educated, The Matriarch, The Right Side of History, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Commander in Cheat, Ladies Who Punch, Doing Justice and Bad Blood. Anything you read to fall asleep this is for you.

## Key features

- Turns device into a book light
- Simple and clean interface
- Adjustable positioning
- Stays on indefinitely
- No fussy controls

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Logo on Light Screen | $0.99 | one-time |
| Change light screen color hue | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of iBOOKLIGHT?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 💡 Simple and straightforward design
- 📖 Perfect for bedtime reading without disturbing others
- 🔆 Adjustable brightness for comfortable reading
- ⏱️ Stays on indefinitely when configured properly
- 🆓 Free app with no mandatory payments
- 👁️ Soft, shadow-free light quality
- 📝 Page number tracker feature
- 🔋 Minimal battery drain when used correctly

**Cons**

- 🐛 Screen turns off after 30 seconds to a few minutes without proper settings
- 📱 Just adjusts phone brightness - limited functionality
- 💰 In-app purchases for hue changes that don't work properly
- 📢 Intrusive ads that pop up frequently
- 🔊 Ads with sound can wake sleeping partners
- 🎨 Limited color/hue options
- ⚠️ Confusing user interface and unclear instructions
- 🔗 Misleading app description vs actual functionality
- 📵 Interferes with phone's auto-brightness settings
- 🌟 Outdated and not optimized for newer devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Screen goes dark after 30 seconds despite claims of indefinite operation
- In-app hue purchase feature non-functional
- Page number saves don't persist after closing app
- Settings button does nothing or is non-functional
- Brightness changes affect phone's system brightness permanently
- App causes excessive battery drain in some cases
- Ads block portions of the light display
- Incompatibility issues with iPhone 6 and newer models
- Auto-lock setting gets overridden by app
- Porn ads appearing in some versions

**Most requested features**

- Built-in brightness adjustment within app without phone settings
- Auto-lock settings integrated into app
- Multiple color/hue options that actually work
- Clear in-app instructions for first-time users
- Dark mode or warmer light options for eye comfort
- Swipe-based brightness adjustment
- Different light bulb shapes or designs
- Remove or customize ad placement and type

## Recent user reviews (10 of 124)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibooklight/id301861333/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Very good

*2025-02-17, version 18*

My mother beats me but besides that it’s a very good app

### 5/5 — Exactly what I need…

*2024-06-19, version 18*

…for when my kid is taking a nap in my bed and I want to read my book. Thanks :)

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2024-01-19, version 18*

Guys this app is AWESOME!!!!!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️🤩
Like amazing perfect for reading in the dark. Its liderly awesome.

### 1/5 — Seriously?

*2022-11-20, version 18*

Pay money for a LIGHT? No thanks, this app is literally just a different color phone flashlight. I found a better reading light app that is so simple, 5 stars, and 100% free.

### 5/5 — It’s great for what it is

*2022-03-02, version 18*

Perfect for my needs. I’ve been using it off & on for quite a long while, anytime my regular book light dies or goes missing. It’s great for reading in bed, I just lie my phone so it shines up onto my page. I like it so much & have relied on it so often over an extended period of time that I’m kinda bummed it’s got only 3 stars.

### 1/5 — Pointless app

*2021-09-02, version 18*

What a pathetic app! It basically controls the brightness of your phone as the light. And it has in-app purchases to adjust the hue settings LOL

### 5/5 — Exactly what I needed

*2021-04-02, version 18*

This app is simple and straightforward. It has no extra bells and whistles, it’s just a book light and it works perfectly. The light distribution is great and it makes night time reading a breeze.

### 5/5 — What a great app!

*2020-10-22, version 18*

I never really thought about something like this.... but, one day I was tired of reading my book and having to get up and turn off the light! So I looked up book lights on the App Store and of course this popped up and have been working great since! I totally recommend it! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

### 1/5 — It does nothing

*2020-09-03, version 18*

This isn’t even an app. It’s just a white screen.

### 5/5 — Couldn’t ask for more!!!!!

*2020-08-31, version 18*

Best light ever! Amazing! It’s perfect for night readers, and good for seeing things in the dark! Couldn’t ask for more!

## Frequently asked questions about iBOOKLIGHT

### What does the iBOOKLIGHT app do?

This app transforms your iPhone or iPad into a book light. It provides illumination for reading in low-light conditions, allowing you to read without disturbing others. The app is designed with a simple interface for ease of use.

### How does iBOOKLIGHT work?

You can use your iPhone or iPad as a book light by simply opening the app. It stays on indefinitely, and you can position your device upright, on a pillow, or behind you for optimal reading comfort. The design avoids complex controls for a fuss-free experience.

### Is iBOOKLIGHT free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. You can support the development of the app through optional in-app purchases. There are no advertisements within the application.

### What devices is iBOOKLIGHT compatible with?

The app is designed for use on Apple devices, specifically the iPhone and iPad. It leverages the screen of these devices to provide a reading light.

### What are the common use cases for iBOOKLIGHT?

This app is ideal for reading books, e-books, or any printed material in bed at night without disturbing a partner. It's also useful for reading in dimly lit environments where a traditional book light might be inconvenient or unavailable.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 18 — 2019-04-24

No ads! We added in app purchase so you can select the hue that's perfect for you & get rid of our logo. Save the juice in your phone & your relationship and stay literate.

### 17 — 2019-04-16

Adds have been removed and users can support the app by purchasing removing the logo and changing their screen color. Love to hear what other features the users would love to help pay for the development.

### 8.0 — 2016-09-14

Gives users the ability to remove ads.

### 7.0 — 2016-04-30

The app now stays on indefinitely until it closes. Users are able to change the brightness and save their page by clicking the settings button. The design remains both calm and relaxing. Enjoy your new improved iBOOKLIGHT and please continue to share your wishes for improvement.

### iBookLight6.0 — 2016-04-24

New improved cleaner design and bug fixes.

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