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Libby, the library app

Libby, the library app

Library audiobooks and ebooks

4.1M ratings
8023 reviews
#3 in free Book
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📚 Books
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 12, 2016
  • February 19, 2026

Developer

OverDrive, Inc.
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Access millions of free ebooks and audiobooks from your local library. Borrow titles instantly with your library card, download for offline enjoyment, and enjoy a customizable reading and listening experience.

✓Borrow ebooks and audiobooks
✓Download for offline access
✓Send ebooks to Kindle
✓Adjust reader settings
✓Customize audio player
✓Create book lists
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Libby, the library app. Based on 4.1M reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 7 positives and 6 negatives reviewers mention most about this Books app.

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

9.2.1

February 19, 2026

Audio playback fixes for very (very) old iPhones and iPads.

Charts

Top Free

🥉 3

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The app has maintained its position at 3 recently.

Last updated on July 18, 2026.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Really wonderful

Love this app, functional, user-friendly, with a really nice UI.
One note: I wish there was a way to block a book or an author 😂 some things I get recommended I simply do not want to read.
Really awesome job to the libby team 🩵🩵🩵 thanks for helping me read books again
Valen H 09Valen H 09

If I could only have one app it would be Libby

If you don’t have Libby and you like books, magazines, audiobooks, manga, etc.. what are you even doing?? Where have you been?? This is the best app for checking out digital material from the library hands down, and I’ll fight anyone that says otherwise!👊
Lexik27Lexik27

All the audiobooks without the horrendous price

I have been using Libby for over a year. I love being able to listen to audiobooks without the price tag of other audiobooks.
Some might not like waiting for books, but I have some many series on the go, I hardly notice.
AnjTaylorAnjTaylor

Love it!!!

I left one star off because I wish I could have more books on hold at once than just ten. Other than that, it is a fabulous resource. It is my go to for borrowing books.
Aud Ree BeeAud Ree Bee

Awesome

This is an amazing app and I have found some amazing Books!!! :D
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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

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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 does this app do?

This app allows you to borrow millions of ebooks and audiobooks from your local library for free. You can browse your library's digital catalog, borrow titles instantly with a library card, and enjoy them on your devices.

What are the key features of this app?

Key features include borrowing ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines, downloading titles for offline use, sending ebooks to Kindle (U.S. libraries only), listening to audiobooks via Apple CarPlay, and creating custom book lists. It also offers a customizable ebook reader and an advanced audio player.

Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to use. You can borrow ebooks and audiobooks from your local library at no cost, provided you have a valid library card. There are no in-app purchases or ads mentioned.

What devices is this app compatible with?

The description mentions compatibility with devices for reading and listening, including support for Apple CarPlay for audiobooks. It also highlights syncing reading positions across all your devices, suggesting broad mobile compatibility.

What are common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include borrowing the latest best-sellers or classics for free, downloading books for commutes or travel, listening to audiobooks while driving or exercising, and managing your reading list. It's also useful for reading along with children.