Nous: Reading Tracker & Notes
Book Journal, Log & Highlights
About
This app helps you actively track your reading by taking notes, capturing highlights, and organizing your library. It offers features for reflection, goal setting, and seamless integration with other services to enhance your reading experience.
What's New in Nous
1.2.2
August 25, 2026
What's New in Nous: Reading Tracker & Notes - Garden Tab: every highlight, thought, note and reflection you have written, gathered in one place. Filter by book, tag or colour. - Full search across notes: one search across all notes and highlights. Find an idea, a thought or a passage without remembering which book it was in. Optionally review past sessions, highlights, and notes. - Minor visual fixes and improvements across the app. If you're enjoying the app or have an improvement to suggest, please let us know! Message support or add feedback in-app via settings.
MoreSubscription plans
Nous Plus — Monthly
Access bonus features for supporting Nous!
Events
FAQ
What is Nous?
Nous is a reading tracker and note-taking app designed to help you actively engage with your books. It allows you to take notes, capture highlights, organize your library, and reflect on your reading progress.
How does Nous help with reading comprehension?
Nous encourages active reading by prompting you to take notes and capture thoughts during your reading sessions. This process helps enhance memory and recall of the material you've read.
Can I organize my books with Nous?
Yes, Nous allows you to organize your books into categories like TBR, Next, Reading, Finished, Paused, and Did Not Finish (DNF). You can also search by title or author, scan ISBNs, or import from other apps.
Does Nous support different reading formats?
Yes, Nous tracks print books by pages, ebooks by percentage location, and audiobooks by listening time, providing a comprehensive tracking experience across various formats.
What are the subscription plans for Nous Plus?
Nous offers a monthly subscription for $3.99 and a yearly subscription for $29.99. The yearly plan includes a 7-day free trial.
Does Nous have ads?
No, Nous is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted reading and note-taking experience.
What devices does Nous support?
Nous is available on Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad, allowing you to track your reading across multiple Apple devices.
How often is Nous updated?
The app was last updated on August 14, 2026, with version 1.2.1. This indicates a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.
