Best My Shelf Player alternatives: apps like My Shelf Player

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated October 2026

My Shelf Player

Andrew Kozhokaru

Whether you want more options like My Shelf Player or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to My Shelf Player

#1

Morrow Audiobook Player by Liftbridge Labs LLC

For BookOrbit & Audiobookshelf

Editor's Choice

📚 Books

5.0(2 ratings)

Free

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This ad-free audiobook player connects to your self-hosted library servers like BookOrbit or Audiobookshelf. Stream or download books for offline listening, and sync your progress across devices. Enjoy features like chapter support, speed control, and a sleep timer.

#2

Soundreads by Slingshott Systems, LLC

Strong Contender

📚 Books

5.0(1 ratings)

FreeAds

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Access a curated collection of classic audiobooks at a significantly lower cost than major services. Refer friends to earn a free subscription and enjoy timeless stories.

#3

Sine: Audiobook Player MP3/M4B by Dallen Burwell

Listen offline, sleep timer

Worth Considering

📚 Books

4.8(4 ratings)

Free

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This app allows you to import and listen to your own audiobooks in various formats. It offers advanced playback controls, chapter navigation, a sleep timer, and a unique silence skipping feature to save listening time. Your privacy is protected with no accounts or tracking.

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Talefall — Audiobook Player

Talefall — Audiobook Player

Talefall — Audiobook Player

Your audiobooks, listen & read

This app allows you to listen to your own audiobooks and read along with them. It also converts text files into audiobooks with on-device narration and offers a library of free public-domain titles.

Import custom audiobooksImmersion reading with text syncText-to-audiobook conversion

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Audioblio:Audiobooks Listening

Audioblio:Audiobooks Listening

Audioblio:Audiobooks Listening

Listen to Unlimited Books

Access a vast library of public domain audiobooks for free. Enjoy classic literature and timeless stories with customizable playback, a sleep timer, and offline listening options. Track your progress and earn achievements as you explore a world of stories.

Public domain audiobook libraryText-to-speech narrationAdjustable playback speed

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Player for Audiobookshelf

This app offers a premium listening experience for your self-hosted audiobooks. Enjoy advanced playback controls, library management, offline downloads, and detailed listening statistics. It's designed with accessibility and privacy in mind, connecting seamlessly to your Audiobookshelf server.

Variable speed and volume boostSleep timer with shake to extendChapter navigation with durations

free with in-app purchases

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Audiobookshelf Client

Access your self-hosted audiobooks and ebooks with a native iOS client. Stream or download content, enjoy a distraction-free reader, and manage your library with customizable views and cross-device sync.

Audiobook playback with sleep timer and speed controlEpub and PDF reader with customizable themesOffline download support for audiobooks and ebooks

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Lysn: Audiobook Player

Lysn: Audiobook Player

Lysn: Audiobook Player

This app enhances your audiobook listening with features like adjustable playback speed, chapter navigation, and smart sleep timers. It allows you to import audiobooks from your device or self-hosted servers and track your listening progress with detailed statistics.

Import from device or self-hosted serversAdjustable playback speedSmart sleep timer

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Your Audiobookshelf companion

Listen to your personal audiobook collection with this companion app. Enjoy features like adjustable playback speed, a sleep timer, and easy chapter navigation. Download books for offline listening and sync your progress across devices.

Variable playback speedSleep timerOffline listening

free with in-app purchases

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Absorb - for Audiobookshelf

Absorb - for Audiobookshelf

Absorb - for Audiobookshelf

by Nathan Poulson

This app provides a streamlined mobile experience for listening to audiobooks and podcasts from your self-hosted media server. Enjoy features like offline playback, chapter navigation, and listening statistics. It's a free, open-source solution with no ads or data collection.

Offline listeningChapter navigationSleep timer

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