# Margins: Book Tracker — Discover. Track. Share.

> Personal book tracker for discovery, progress, and focused reading. (iPhone/iPad app by Paratext Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/margins-book-tracker/id6737528718 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Paratext Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724586882)
- Category: Books, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 18,333 App Store ratings · 3,518 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 147 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2024-11-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/margins-book-tracker/id6737528718/reviews.md

## What is Margins?

Featured as App of the Day in 20+ countries, Margins is a beautifully designed reading companion for people who love books. Whether you’re an obsessive reader or just getting back to it, Margins helps you build a daily habit, track your reading, share recaps worth posting, and find your next book. Built by a small, indie team of book lovers who want reading to be the best part of your day.

TRACK YOUR READING
- Set goals and start your streak
- Track progress on the books you read
- Half-star ratings
- View stats by week, month, and year

ORGANIZE YOUR LIBRARY 
- Import from Goodreads, Fable, StoryGraph in under 30 seconds
- Track your TBR, DNF, Series, Authors, and more
- Note who recommended a book
- Scan via barcode

STAY FOCUSED
- Use Reading Time, our meditation timer for reading
- Block distracting apps and sites while reading
- Read with the soothing sounds of rain

CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE
- Curate your favorite books
- Create a bookish avatar
- Choose your favorite covers
- Sort covers by color

DISCOVER AND SHARE BOOKS
- Search books by vibes, including “books like 1920s Paris,” “thriller with a love triangle” or write your own
- Follow people to get their book updates in your Margins Stories
- Generate gorgeous monthly recaps and other posts worth sharing

Margins is free to use. An optional subscription ($5.99/month, $59.99/year) supports our small team of developers and unlocks premium features, including adding reading sessions further in the past and priority support.

Keep in touch!
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readwithmargins 
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@margins

“Without the margins, writing is just words on a page. But with them, each of us is invited to leave our mark in the endless conversation between books and the people that love them.” — Excerpt from the Margins manifesto

Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Half-star ratings
- Track recommendations
- Customizable book covers
- Fuzzy date tracking
- Advanced book search
- Reading goals
- Reading timer
- Distraction blocking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Annual | $59.99 | per year |


## Chart rankings

- #179 in Top Free · Book (US App Store)

## What do users think of Margins?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🎨 Aesthetically pleasing design
- 🔍 Helpful search and recommendation features
- 📚 Comprehensive book tracking capabilities
- 🔄 Smooth import from Goodreads
- ⏱️ Useful reading time tracking
- 🔖 Ability to customize book covers

**Cons**

- 🐛 Missing books in the database
- 🔍 Limited search and filtering options
- 🔒 Concerns about using phone number for sign-up
- 🔢 Lack of social features and community

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Reading time not saving correctly
- Inability to delete or edit books from lists
- Inconsistent behavior when importing data from Goodreads

**Most requested features**

- Add ability to track page progress and percentage read
- Implement a profile system with custom avatars and bios
- Introduce a social feed to share reading activity with friends
- Add more advanced statistics and reading analytics

## Recent user reviews (10 of 3,518)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/margins-book-tracker/id6737528718/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Android

*2026-08-24, version 2026.07.26+100228*

I recently moved to android and the app is not compatible!!! I love this app and really want to have it on my new phone

### 5/5 — YES 🙌

*2026-08-24, version 2026.07.26+100228*

This is exactly what I have been looking for! I love the easy Goodreads import. Love the feel and look of the app, definitely built by book lovers 🤍

### 5/5 — best book app out there

*2026-08-23, version 2026.07.26+100228*

dosent make you pay for things or shove them in your face and overall has a lovely feel to it lovely organisation

### 5/5 — Loveeeee it

*2026-08-23, version 2026.07.26+100228*

I used to try to use fable but it was never doing what I wanted it to. Margins on the other hand? Insane. I loooove the feature to block apps when reading, the streak, the different libraries, everything about it great!!! I’m not even using the paying version

### 5/5 — My favorite!

*2026-08-23, version 2026.07.26+100228*

I love that it’s everything I want in a reading app — but not too much where I’m overwhelmed! Margins makes tracking reading easy and fun! Also very aesthetically pleasing.

### 3/5 — Looks great but…

*2026-08-22, version 2026.07.26+100228*

Aesthetic app but I wish we could back edit reading progress longer than the paid for 8 days. I hate that my streak is wrong and that my month doesn’t look accurate on my profile.

### 5/5 — Love the app blocking feature!

*2026-08-22, version 2026.07.26+100228*

I just started using this app and so far I really love it! The feature of blocking apps during a reading session is fantastic! Definitely worth trying if you like tracking your books!

### 5/5 — Love Margins

*2026-08-22, version 2026.07.26+100228*

I love this app! I’ve been seeing my booktok friends talking about it, so I finally tried it, and I absolutely love it. The gentle rain sound while I read is so relaxing and I can’t wait to go update my progress every time I set my book down.

### 4/5 — Deleted all my tracking !

*2026-08-22, version 2026.07.26+100228*

Terrible I uninstalled the app because it was glitchy and it deleted my whole month of reading tracker! Not reliable.

### 5/5 — I LOVE this app!

*2026-08-21, version 2026.07.26+100228*

As someone who reads everyday, this app is perfect for tracking progress. Would 100% recommend

## Frequently asked questions about Margins

### What can I track with this app?

You can track a variety of reading metrics, including half-star ratings, books you've stopped reading, and who recommended each book. The app also allows for fuzzy date tracking, such as 'Sometime in 2024' or 'Not Sure'.

### How does the app help me discover books?

The app features advanced search capabilities that go beyond simple titles or authors. You can search for books based on themes, moods, or even upload images to find similar titles. This allows for a more intuitive and personalized book discovery experience.

### Can I set reading goals and stay focused?

Yes, the app is designed to help you stay focused on your reading. You can set personal reading goals and utilize the 'Reading Time' feature, which acts as a meditation timer for reading. Additionally, it offers the ability to block distracting apps to ensure uninterrupted reading sessions.

### Is this app free to use?

The application is free to download and use, with the option for in-app purchases. This model allows users to try out the core features before committing to any additional functionality.

### What kind of customization options are available?

You can personalize your reading experience by choosing your favorite book covers to display within the app. This feature allows you to tailor the visual presentation of your library to your preferences.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.07.26+100228 — 2026-07-29

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2026.07.16+100227 — 2026-07-17

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2026.07.15+100217 — 2026-07-15

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2026.06.15+100210 — 2026-06-16

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 2026.06.02+100209 — 2026-06-03

Bug fixes and performance improvements

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