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Libby, the library app

Libby, the library app

Library audiobooks and ebooks

4.6M ratings
10611 reviews
#2 in free Book
🎬 Entertainment
📚 Books
Free

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Released
December 12, 2016
Updated
October 30, 2026

Developer

OverDrive, Inc.
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Access your local library's digital collection of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines for free. Read or listen on your phone or tablet, download titles for offline use, and personalize your reading experience with customizable settings.

✓Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines
✓Send ebooks to Kindle (US only)
✓Offline reading and listening
✓Customizable reading experience
✓Adjustable audiobook playback speed
✓Sleep timer for audiobooks
✓Organize titles with tags
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What users say about Libby, the library app

Reviews of Libby, the library app are mostly positive: the Books app is rated 4.9/5 from 4.6M App Store ratings. What users like most: extensive library of books and audiobooks, convenient search and browsing features. Top complaints: long wait times for popular titles, confusing search and filtering options. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 📚Extensive library of books and audiobooks
  • 🔍Convenient search and browsing features
  • 🔖Easy to manage holds and returns
  • 🔄Seamless syncing across devices
  • 🕰️Automatic returns to avoid late fees
  • 🎧High-quality audiobook experience
  • 🆓Free access with library card

Negative things

  • 🕰️Long wait times for popular titles
  • 🔍Confusing search and filtering options
  • 🤯Buggy and unstable performance
  • 🔒Lack of offline reading/listening
  • 📚Limited selection in some genres
  • 🔙Unintuitive navigation and UI
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What's New in Libby, the library app

9.2.7

October 30, 2026

We have some important bug fixes in this release.

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The app has maintained its position at 2 recently.

Last updated on November 1, 2026.

User reviews

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Awesome

I love borrowing audiobooks for my drive to and from work. I’m sampling all genres and thoroughly enjoying my “reads”. It makes my commute enjoyable!!
TFtrixie Fin

Phenomenal daily use app

A perfect use of modern technology. I don't go a day without finding an audiobook or a new electronic book to read. The only downside to this app is when you use it on a separate device, it's not an easy transfer of data and you find yourself signing in all of your Libby cards all over again. I believe they're trying to fix it, but they haven't cracked it yet
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SSMK4228

LOVE THIS APP

I love that I am able to navigate this app so easily and the support team if you need anyone is a note away.
Llfjgmmp

Can’t find my books. Everything disappeared

Find my books, everything disappeared
Ddanaceau49

Please

I really wish there was a way that if a audibook is returned before I have finished it for you to tell me what chapter I left on if the book is not available for renewing.
Ssumra87
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Frequent app crashes and freezes

Bug

Issues with downloading and syncing content

Bug

Unreliable playback controls for audiobooks

Bug

Inconsistent behavior when placing holds

Bug

Disappearing reading history and bookmarks

Bug
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Requested Features

6 requests

Ability to search across multiple libraries

Feature

Custom reading/listening speed controls

Feature

Improved recommendation and discovery tools

Feature

Option to purchase unavailable titles

Feature

Customizable reading experience (fonts, themes)

Feature

Integration with other e-book/audiobook services

Feature

FAQ

What is Libby?

Libby is a free app that connects you to your local library's digital collection of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines. You can borrow and enjoy titles directly on your phone or tablet using just your library card.

How much does Libby cost?

Libby is completely free to use. The app is provided by your public library, allowing you to access their digital resources without any charge.

Can I read Libby books on my Kindle?

Yes, you can send ebooks borrowed through Libby to your Kindle device or Kindle app, but this feature is only available for libraries in the U.S.

Does Libby have ads?

No, Libby does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to provide a seamless reading and listening experience without any interruptions from ads.

What devices does Libby support?

Libby is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to work across various Apple devices for convenient access to your library's collection.

How often is Libby updated?

Libby was last updated on October 30, 2026, with version 9.2.7. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements to enhance the user experience.

What do users like most about Libby?

Users frequently praise Libby for its extensive library of books and audiobooks, convenient search and browsing features, and seamless syncing across devices. The automatic returns to avoid late fees are also a popular benefit.

What are common complaints about Libby?

Some users have reported long wait times for popular titles and occasionally find the search and filtering options confusing. There have also been mentions of buggy performance and unintuitive navigation in some reviews.