# Readerware (Books)

> Desktop-linked app for cataloging and managing book collections. (iPhone/iPad app by Martin Warnett.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readerware-books/id618473983 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Martin Warnett](https://appshunter.io/developer/618473986)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-03-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readerware-books/id618473983/reviews.md

## What is Readerware (Books)?

Readerware (Books) is not a standalone app, it works with Readerware on your desktop, (Windows, Mac OS X & Linux).

The easiest, fastest way to catalog your library, nothing else comes close. Have a large collection? Readerware auto-catalog lets you feed in a list of ISBNs or barcode scans. Readerware then does the rest, building your database for you.

The iOS version lets you easily sync your database to your device and take it with you when you visit your favorite brick and mortar stores. You know what you have and what you are looking for.

Use the camera on your device as a barcode scanner with Readerware auto-catalog on your desktop.

Readerware on your desktop is a complete solution for cataloging and managing your library. Readerware is used by collectors, sellers, many small libraries, schools, churches etc. Features include:

Auto-Catalog, enter the ISBN or scan the barcode, the book is cataloged.

Integrated loan tracker, check items in and out, query/print items on loan and over due.

Multiple views, choose from table, tree and thumbnail views.

Simple searching, want list, printing, global search and replace, import/export and more.

Standalone or client/server versions available.

Support for multiple platforms, Windows, Linux and Mac OS X.

Learn more about the complete Readerware system for cataloging your books, music and videos by visiting our web site.

## Key features

- Auto-cataloging via ISBN or barcode scan
- Sync database to mobile device
- Integrated loan tracker
- Multiple view options (table, tree, thumbnail)
- Simple searching and printing
- Import/export functionality

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readerware-books/id618473983/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best Cataloging Software…No More

*2026-02-15*

The developer has unfortunately passed away and the app is now gone. Such a shame. This was the finest program of its type for the last two and a half decades. Nothing else even came close. RIP, Martin, and condolences to his family.

### 1/5 — Useless

*2020-04-10*

You can sync with your desktop catalog but not much else. You can’t edit the entries and it shows only partial information. Using this requires a payment through their site. Unbelievable

### 2/5 — Not much here

*2015-10-24*

Too expensive for what you get.  After a lot of work to transfer your database, all you get is a plain listing of what is in your desktop program. Very disappointing.

### 5/5 — Additional praise

*2015-08-02*

I'm cheating by adding a second review. Sorry!. I wanted specifically to include that the developer of this program, Martin, has provided the best and fastest tech-support to my occasional questions, of any piece of software I have ever owned! In this day of lousy and oft much delayed help- it is special and very much appreciated!

### 1/5 — Less than Worthless

*2015-06-07*

I thought I was getting software that would help me catalog my books. Wrong. This is really nothing but connection to an already created database that you can use when you go to bookstores, I suppose so you won't buy the same book twice. Stupid.

### 1/5 — Useless app

*2014-07-19*

Honestly, this app is useless. One star so it can console the authors.

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2013-07-10*

My wife and I read a lot and we found that we could not always remember which books we had already read or owned.  On more than one occasion we purchased a book already in our library.  Readerware addresses this issue and others - like books I have loaned.  And, it does it in a very smart way.  I only have to put in the ISBN number ( or scan a barcode) and it searches the web for information, catalogs the book, and allows me to search the catalog by title, author, or many other terms.   

I have been a user of Readerware products for a number of years. (This includes the desktop version as well as Palm Pilot versions.)  
 I have always found the product to be very useful and very easy to use.  The quality of the releases and technical support has also been excellent.  Until recently the only thing missing was an iOS version.  (The data could be exported to an Excel spreadsheet and used that way on an iOS device.  While that worked fine, it was a little hard to use on a small screen.) Now, Readerware 3 solves the iOS issue and makes Readerware available across all platforms.  The RW3 app continues the tradition with a fast implementation, an easy to use interface, and a quality product.  I use RW3 on both an iPhone and an iPad as well as the Windows desktop.  I can easily recommend this app as the best catalog product available.

### 5/5 — Readerware

*2013-04-03*

Great app. Always have my book list with me.  So far has helped me not buy at least 6 duplicate books. Thank you .

### 5/5 — Great mobile add-on

*2013-03-19*

I have used readerware for years and love how easy it is to keep track of books.  In order to getting an ipad, to bring toy he library, I had to use a report writer and then manually transfer it over.  The result was that I didn't often bother.  Now I amiable to seamlessly, transfer all the data to my ipad with an indexed searchable interface.  After seeing how good it looks, my wife is now creating her own database of read books.

## Frequently asked questions about Readerware (Books)

### How does Readerware (Books) work?

Readerware (Books) is a companion app that syncs with Readerware desktop software for Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. It allows you to access and manage your cataloged library on your iOS device.

### Can I catalog books directly on the Readerware (Books) app?

While the app allows syncing and management, the primary cataloging features like auto-cataloging via ISBN or barcode scanning are performed on the desktop Readerware software. The app then syncs this data.

### What devices does Readerware (Books) support?

Readerware (Books) is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It requires a desktop installation of Readerware on Windows, Mac OS X, or Linux.

### How often is Readerware (Books) updated?

The latest version of Readerware (Books) is 4.12, last updated on September 11, 2019. Users can expect updates to improve functionality and compatibility with the desktop software.

### What is the user rating for Readerware (Books)?

Readerware (Books) has a rating of 3.8 stars based on 4 ratings. This indicates a generally positive but mixed user reception.

### Does Readerware (Books) have ads?

No, Readerware (Books) does not contain advertisements. It is a free application that works in conjunction with the desktop software.

### Can I manage loans with Readerware (Books)?

Yes, the app features an integrated loan tracker. You can check items in and out, and query or print items that are on loan or overdue.

### Is Readerware (Books) suitable for large collections?

Yes, Readerware is designed to handle large collections. Its auto-catalog feature allows for efficient cataloging by feeding in ISBNs or barcode scans.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.12 — 2019-09-11

Search improvements, you can now search on multiple fields and perform negative searches. You can recall previous searches.

### 4.00 — 2018-10-04

Updated icons and graphics to handle newer high resolution screens.

Compatible wit both Readerware 4 and Readerware 3.

### 3.55 — 2017-05-30

Readerware Mobile now transfers the Volume title when you sync the chapters, fixed some icon size issues, fixed some display problems in the book detail view, fixed an exception when an invalid port number was specified, now play a beep when an invalid ISBN/UPC entered.

### 3.54 — 2017-02-28

3.54 includes new support for transferring a Readerware Mobile database back to your computer. General maintenance.

### 3.50 — 2016-02-05

Fixed a crash that some users experienced when searching the database.

Added back support for iOS 5

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