# Voca Player

> Personal audiobook player for local, Plex, and Audiobookshelf media servers. (iPhone/iPad app by VeloSec.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voca-player/id6762044756 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [VeloSec](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887415837)
- Category: Entertainment, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-04-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voca-player/id6762044756/reviews.md

## What is Voca Player?

Voca is a beautifully simple audiobook player for your personal media server. Connect to your Local, Plex or Audiobookshelf library and start listening in seconds — at home or on the go.

Stream from your own server
Voca connects directly to your Local Files, Plex Media Server or Audiobookshelf instance. No third-party cloud. No subscriptions. Your library, your way.

Extras Built-in
Companion files stored alongside the audio — things like maps, liner notes, author commentary, or the full text of the book as a PDF or EPUB. Voca includes these automatically alongside your audiobook.

Take it offline
Unlock unlimited downloads with a single one-time purchase. Download your audiobooks over Wi-Fi and listen anywhere — no internet required.
Transfer your Audiobook to your Apple Watch.

Built for listening
• Gapless playback across multi-file audiobooks
• Lock screen and Control Centre controls
• Bluetooth headphone support — single press to skip 30 seconds, double press to jump chapters
• Adjustable playback speed from 0.5× to 3.0×
• Sleep timer with volume fade (15m, 30m, 1h, end of chapter, and more)
• Double-tap the cover art to navigate chapters instantly

Your whole library, beautifully organised
Browse thousands of books in a fast, searchable grid. An A–Z jump bar lets you leap straight to any section — no endless scrolling.

Privacy first
Voca never touches your data. Everything stays between your device and your own server.

Offline Downloads for Player and Apple Watch require a one-time in-app purchase.

## Key features

- Stream from personal media servers (Local, Plex, Audiobookshelf)
- Companion file playback (maps, liner notes, PDFs)
- Offline downloads with one-time purchase
- Apple Watch transfer and controls
- Adjustable playback speed and sleep timer
- Gapless playback and chapter navigation

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Offline Playback | $9.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/voca-player/id6762044756/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Enda’s review

*2026-05-26, version 1.2.1*

Awesome and intuitive UI and UX.  Easy to set up and connectivity was straightforward. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Top app

*2026-05-20, version 1.1.0*

Highly recommend. Very easy to use and set up.

### 5/5 — Mint

*2026-05-17, version 1.1.0*

Very impressed with UI and ease of use.

### 5/5 — Nice clean player

*2026-05-11, version 1.0.8*

Very clean. Supports multiple connections. Dev is very active and has a great approach to the watch app.

### 5/5 — Better than Prologue

*2026-05-08, version 1.0.7*

Voca Player has replaced Prologue as my favourite audiobook player!

### 5/5 — Awesome Audiobookshelf client

*2026-04-24, version 1.03*

This app has a lot of potential. The dev is very helpful and active. Looking forward to how much more awesome this’ll become!

## Frequently asked questions about Voca Player

### Does Voca Player have ads?

No, Voca Player is ad-free. The application does not contain any advertisements, ensuring an uninterrupted listening experience for users.

### What is the price of Voca Player?

Voca Player is free to download and use. However, offline downloads for the player and Apple Watch require a one-time in-app purchase.

### What devices does Voca Player support?

Voca Player is available on Apple Watch, iPhone, and iPad, offering a seamless experience across your Apple ecosystem.

### How often is Voca Player updated?

The latest version of Voca Player is 1.2.5, which was last updated on July 4, 2026. Updates are released periodically to improve functionality and add new features.

### What is the age rating for Voca Player?

Voca Player has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app focuses on audiobook playback and library management.

### Can I listen to audiobooks offline with Voca Player?

Yes, Voca Player allows for offline listening. This feature is unlocked with a one-time in-app purchase, enabling you to download audiobooks over Wi-Fi and listen without an internet connection.

### What media servers does Voca Player connect to?

Voca Player connects directly to your Local Files, Plex Media Server, or Audiobookshelf instance. It does not rely on third-party clouds, ensuring your data stays private.

### What makes Voca Player unique for audiobook listening?

Voca Player offers gapless playback, lock screen and Control Centre controls, and customizable Bluetooth headphone actions for skipping and chapter jumps. It also features adjustable playback speed and a sleep timer.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3 — 2026-08-13

Apple Watch
• Playback now continues when you leave the app
• Digital Crown scrubbing, so you can move through long books quickly
• Volume control from the Now Playing screen
• Add a Voca complication to your watch face

Apple TV
• Choose whether the screen stays visible, shows the screensaver, or goes blank while listening
• Audio keeps playing in the background
• The server list now scrolls during setup

Playback
• Downloaded books play from your device instead of streaming again
• Repeat now restarts a book properly
• Books are marked as finished on your server when they reach the end
• Playback resumes after Siri finishes speaking, rather than talking over it

Plex
• Progress now syncs from your server, so you can start on one device and pick up on another
• Search now finds authors, not just titles

Library
• Much faster loading for large libraries, with a progress indicator while it fills
• The library no longer rebuilds itself every time you open the app

Also in this release
• Larger cover art on the player and book detail screens
• The app now appears as "Voca" on your home screen
• UI improvements and core code enhancements for responsiveness

### 1.2.8 — 2026-08-01

Some UI enhancements, Plex sync, Apple Watch complications and scrubbing.

### 1.2.5 — 2026-07-04

Fixed continued playback after Siri notifications from Workouts and alerts.

### 1.2.4 — 2026-06-17

Added support for local files. Now just add your Audiobook files to your device and Voca Player will play your books. Full extras support included.

### 1.2.2 — 2026-05-27

UI Enhancements

## More apps by VeloSec

- [Volume Zone](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/volume-zone/id6762594487)

All apps by VeloSec: https://appshunter.io/developer/1887415837

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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 2026-08-19.*
