Best Softcover alternatives: apps like Softcover

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated November 2026

Whether you want more options like Softcover 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 Softcover

Spine - Audiobook Player#1

Spine - Audiobook Player by Accelyze Inc.

Audiobooks, finally beautiful
Editor's Choice
πŸ“š Books
4.8(31 ratings)
Free
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This app offers a beautiful and intuitive audiobook listening experience. It streams from your personal cloud library, syncs with Hardcover, and gamifies listening habits with levels and streaks. Enjoy features like an inline player, automatic chapter support, and on-device intelligence for recaps and summaries.

Shelvd: Smart Book Tracker#2

Shelvd: Smart Book Tracker by Platform Thirteen

Track reading, keep Goodreads
Strong Contender
πŸ“š Books
3.9(11 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Effortlessly log your reading progress by simply taking a photo of any page. This app organizes your library visually, tracks detailed reading statistics, and syncs with Goodreads. It also facilitates book club participation and helps manage your to-read list.

Folio – Book Tracker#3

Folio – Book Tracker by Miguel Pacheco

Reading Journal & Bookshelf
Worth Considering
πŸ“š Books
4.8(9 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Organize your reading life by tracking books, building virtual bookshelves, and logging reading sessions. Set goals, save notes, and connect with other readers. Offers cloud sync and advanced stats with an optional subscription.

More apps like Softcover

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Book Tracker: Bookfy
Book Tracker: Bookfy
Book Tracker: Bookfy
Bookshelf, Stats & Goals
Free

Organize your personal library, track reading progress, and capture notes and quotes. Set reading goals, build habits with focused sessions, and visualize your reading journey with analytics and achievements.

Catalog books by title, author, or ISBNScan barcodes for instant book entryTrack reading status (Currently Reading, Finished, etc.)
πŸ“š Books
(9)
free with in-app purchases
5
BookOrbit: The Official App
BookOrbit: The Official App
BookOrbit: The Official App
Your reading space
Free

Manage and enjoy your entire digital library, including ebooks, comics, audiobooks, and podcasts, all in one private space. Access your content offline, track your reading habits, and even convert ebooks to audio. Premium features offer enhanced functionality and unlimited access.

Supports multiple file formats (EPUB, MOBI, PDF, CBZ, etc.)Offline access to downloaded contentText-to-speech functionality
πŸ“š Books
(35)
freemium
6
Storyteller Reader
Storyteller Reader
Storyteller Reader
by Shane Friedman
Free

Create and read ebooks with guided narration on your device. This self-hosted platform allows you to enjoy EPUB books, including those with immersive reading features. Pair it with a backend server for automatic alignment of audiobooks and ebooks.

Create and read ebooksGuided narrationEPUB support
πŸ“š Books
(46)
free
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Hardcover.app
Hardcover.app
Hardcover.app
Find & track books you love
Free

This app helps you organize and discover books. Track what you've read, create custom lists, and see what friends are reading. Set reading goals and share your thoughts on books.

Track read and to-read booksOrganize with lists and tagsSee friends' reading activity
πŸ“š Books
(66)
free with in-app purchases
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Absorb - for Audiobookshelf
Absorb - for Audiobookshelf
Absorb - for Audiobookshelf
by Nathan Poulson
Free

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
πŸ“š Books
(174)
free
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Must Read – The Book Tracker
Must Read – The Book Tracker
Must Read – The Book Tracker
Reading Log & Bookshelf
Free

Track your reading progress, time sessions with live activities, and discover new books. Access a vast library of classic eBooks and audiobooks with PRO. Organize your library with custom lists and detailed reading statistics.

Track reading progressLive Activity reading timerDetailed reading statistics
πŸ“š Books
(27)
freemium
10
Still: for Audiobookshelf
Still: for Audiobookshelf
Still: for Audiobookshelf
Audiobooks, Ebooks, Podcasts
Free

This minimalist audio player connects to your private Audiobookshelf server, offering a focused listening experience for audiobooks, ebooks, and podcasts. Enjoy offline downloads, seamless cross-device sync, and a distraction-free interface designed for inward resonance.

Connect to private Audiobookshelf serverMinimalist, distraction-free designOffline downloads for any location
πŸ“š Books
(46)
free with in-app purchases