ShelfPlayer - Audio Book Shelf

ShelfPlayer - Audio Book Shelf

Reading Player for Audiobooks

134 ratings
174 reviews
$5.99 Free
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Lowest price: $3.99 2 years ago (-%)


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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 13, 2024
  • August 25, 2026

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About

This app provides a native iOS experience for managing and listening to audiobooks and podcasts from your self-hosted Audiobookshelf library. It offers robust playback controls, offline access, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem.

Unified audiobook and podcast management
Multi-server support
Flexible authentication options
Global and library search
Playback queues and chapter navigation
Configurable playback speed and skip intervals
Offline mode and automatic downloads
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What's New in ShelfPlayer

3.3.1

August 25, 2026

Bug fixing and improvements

User reviews

Hervorragende App

Die bisher beste App für Audiobookshelf die ich gefunden habe. Sieht gut aus, funktioniert gut und die paar Kleinigkeiten die noch nicht passen werden sicher noch behoben (z.B. dass sich die App immer um Mitternacht beendet und damit die Wiedergabe unterbrochen wird.)

用处不大,还不让退款

可我的使用场景不匹配,退款时拒接退款。第一次见这种一味圈钱的软件。买前建议先确定自己有没有服务器端。不然不给退,钱跟扔了一样。

A must if you’re using a AudioBookShelf server

Technically AudioBookShelf do have their own app, but it’s been in Beta for as long as I can remember and you can’t use it. Step up ShelfPlayer to fill the gap 😀. I use it all the time (bit of an audiobook addict) and it works great. It lets you download books for offline listening.

So far from what I have expected

I am connecting to an instance of Audiobookshelf and I have to log in every other time that I open the app. Then it takes a minute to load the main screen and even though it downloads episodes it stll takes time before you can play anything.

I do not recommend at all. There are better alternatives.
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Pretty good but lots of bugs

There is a bug where the audio stops playing at midnight and cannot be restarted without going to the app. Also the chapter selection from the book page is broken but it works in the playback menu with visual bugs. Sometimes the downloads randomly disappear.

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Reported Bugs

6 issues

Unable to present all books from an author

Bug

Keeps resetting book progress

Bug

Offline mode broken, can't play downloaded books

Bug

Crashes after recent update

Bug

Widgets not updating with last played book

Bug

Login issues and app getting stuck in offline mode

Bug

Requested Features

6 requests

Option to load fully downloaded books without server handshake

Feature

Ability to filter library view to only downloaded books

Feature

Add support for ebooks and PDF files

Feature

Customizable playback speed options beyond 2x

Feature

Implement a static reading queue/playlist

Feature

Add Apple Watch support for offline listening

Feature

FAQ

What is ShelfPlayer?

ShelfPlayer is a powerful iOS application designed for users who have self-hosted Audiobookshelf libraries. It allows you to listen to your audiobooks and podcasts directly from your own server, offering a native and integrated experience on your iPhone or iPad.

Do I need to buy audiobooks or podcasts through the app?

No, ShelfPlayer does not include any media content. You must have a running Audiobookshelf instance with your own audiobooks and podcasts to use the app. It acts as a client to access and play your existing library.

What are the key features of ShelfPlayer?

Key features include unified management for audiobooks and podcasts, support for multiple servers, flexible authentication, global search, playback queues, chapter navigation, customizable playback speed and skip intervals, offline downloads, and integration with Apple features like Live Activities and Siri.

Is ShelfPlayer free to use?

Based on the provided information, ShelfPlayer is a paid application. It does not contain ads or in-app purchases, indicating a one-time purchase model for the app itself.

What devices is ShelfPlayer compatible with?

ShelfPlayer is built for iOS 18+ and is designed to work natively on both iPhone and iPad. It also supports CarPlay and integrates with Apple ecosystem features like AirPlay, Siri, and Live Activities.