# Oku: Book Tracker & Companion — TBR, reviews, ratings & more

> Book tracking and social reading companion app. (iPhone/iPad app by Readng B.V..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oku-book-tracker-and-companion/id1604015977 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Readng B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1604015979)
- Category: Books, Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 10 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2022-04-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oku-book-tracker-and-companion/id1604015977/reviews.md

## What is Oku?

Oku is more than just a book tracker, it’s a companion app for every book.

Whether you’re trying to kickstart a reading habit or have already been gripped by a strong one, Oku’s here to help you discover new books & find likeminded people to enjoy them with.


Features:
- Track your reading & build your TBR
- Goodreads user? Import your library (or leave it behind)
- Follow your friends to see who’s reading what
- Get book recommendations from your friends and others
- Read community reviews
- Contribute your rating
- Create collections around a theme, series, or whatever you choose
- Keep track of quotes & highlights*
- Kickstart a habit by setting a reading goal*
- View your personalised reading stats*
- Discover the community’s faves on Explore
- Access your profile on iOS and web

* Requires IAP

## Key features

- Track reading progress
- Build TBR list
- Import Goodreads library
- Follow friends' reading
- Get book recommendations
- Read community reviews
- Create custom collections

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oku-book-tracker-and-companion/id1604015977/reviews.md

### 4/5 — My favorite app but young

*2023-08-30*

Got tired of goodreads and feeding into the amazon conglomerate of data and wanted a better alternative. Found Oku and was immediately blown away by the simple effective UI. Been obsessed with it ever sense, but I do recognize its flaws.

Mainly
1. Bad search function - best if you use the book isbn, but authors/ titles are more difficult.

2. Lack of covers - I’ve submitted information including book covers, descriptions and authors for books that had no content and the app told me I would get an email when the information was approved and that has never happened during my months of usage.

3. No consistent updates - while I understand this is not the creators main focus, I think this app is phenomenal and could grow quickly if they were fully focused in it. While I havent had any issues with the app, I fear that if I would, it wouldn’t be fixed for a long time.

Overall though, I think this exactly fits the criteria for the next best book tracking app and can’t wait for it to blow up

### 5/5 — do it.

*2023-07-11*

if you’re looking for a sign to switch from goodreads... this is your sign! switch to oku. this is the sleek, aesthetic, no frills platform you’re looking for

### 4/5 — Moving in the right direction

*2023-01-03, version 1.1*

Started using as a Goodreads alternative. Love it but am having several problems:

1. I can't recommend or not recommend books when I tap review, only write the review.

2. Covers for many books are missing.

3. As another reviewer said, the search feature can be finicky. 

4. UI glitches occasionally. 

I hope this continues to be updated and fixed. We need a non Amazon reading platform really bad lol

### 3/5 — Average

*2022-05-06, version 1.0*

I’ve used quite a couple of book tracking apps from GoodReads to StoryGraph. I decided to try out Oku for a change. The overall design of this app is nice. However, some books aren’t logged in correctly despite being on the database. I’ll search up a book and have no results. But when I search up “[Book Title] oku” in Google, it pops up. Very annoying problem, please fix.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback, we totally feel your pain. I’ve spent the last couple weeks improving search results with some success, it’s getting better but there’s still more to do! Watch this space. 🙂

### 5/5 — The best app for keeping track of books!!

*2022-04-11, version 1.0*

I’ve been using Oku for a ~year now and I can’t imagine my life without it anymore. It’s so easy to maintain lists of books you read/reading/want to read. The highlights feature is super neat and I love the toned down social aspect of the app. And, of course, the beautiful design. It’s just so aesthetically pleasing <3

## Frequently asked questions about Oku

### What is Oku?

Oku is a book tracking and companion app designed to help users manage their reading lists, discover new books, and connect with other readers. It allows you to track your reading progress, build your TBR (To Be Read) list, and share your thoughts on books.

### Can I import my Goodreads library into Oku?

Yes, Oku allows you to import your existing Goodreads library. This makes it easy to transition your reading history and TBR list to the new platform without starting from scratch.

### Does Oku have social features?

Yes, Oku includes social features that let you follow friends to see what they are reading and discover book recommendations from them and the wider community. You can also contribute your own ratings and read community reviews.

### What devices does Oku support?

Oku is available on iOS devices, including iPhone and iPad, and can also be accessed via the web. This provides flexibility for users to manage their reading on multiple platforms.

### Is Oku free to use?

Oku is available for free. While the core features are free, some advanced features like tracking quotes, setting reading goals, and viewing personalized reading stats require an in-app purchase.

### What is the age rating for Oku?

Oku has an age rating of 12+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 12 and above, generally due to content that may not be appropriate for younger children.

### How often is Oku updated?

Oku was last updated on July 18, 2022, with version 1.1. The app was initially released on April 10, 2022. Users can expect updates to improve functionality and add new features over time.

### What are the community features in Oku?

Oku fosters a community by allowing users to follow friends, see their reading activity, and get recommendations. You can also read reviews from other users and contribute your own ratings and insights to book pages.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2022-07-18

- Our Goodreads Importer is now available on iOS!
- The importer is now MUCH more reliable - no more skipped books.
- Book data is getting better
- Search results are slightly improved, this an ongoing task!
- Author filters now appear on the search page
- Book pages were spritzed up a lil bit
- Other small fixes & improvements

### 1.0 — 2022-04-10

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*