Waterstones

Waterstones

Buy Books, Gifts & Games

61 ratings
122 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 1, 2015
  • August 27, 2026

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Access the UK's largest bookseller on your mobile device. Browse, buy, and collect books, gifts, and games. Manage wish lists, earn rewards, and find local store information.

Browse and buy books, gifts, and games
Click & collect from local shops
Earn and redeem Waterstones Plus rewards
Create multiple wish lists
Read and write customer reviews
Scan Plus card from phone
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What's New in Waterstones

4.33.0

August 27, 2026

Minor updates and improvements

User reviews

Wishing they can do delivery

Would be nice if they can do make delivery send to your house so you can read

Works Well

I use the App to pre-order, click and collect and to read synopsis and reviews. It knows who I am and so when ordering online it has all my details. I always try to use my local branch as I would hate to see it close and the app is good for checking if a book is in stock and also to add books to my wish list.
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No Dark Mode? Only problem

I really enjoy the app. It’s useful in helping me know what my local store has in stock, and I can see the recent releases or genre-specific filters very easily. User friendly interface. But no dark mode! I’ve got issues with bright light sensitivity and at night, or when opening the app suddenly it can hurt a bit. Of course I just turn my brightness all the down, but a dark mode would be much appreciated and bring this 4 to a 5.
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Very slow

• It’s 2026. Where is dark mode?

• The orders page is utterly horrendous. A few months ago (?) there was a small update separating preorders, but I don’t want to see my cancelled orders by default. Also when pressing back on any order page, I’m booted to the main menu which is such a pain when I’m searching through multiple orders to find a specific book.

• After moving a book between wish lists, I can’t get past the wish list menu and have to close the app, remove it from my recently opened apps, and open it again.
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Balances not updating

Just had a really embarrassing visit to a local store where my app was saying it had £10 credit but because it hadn’t updated I actually had 1p left on the balance! Told by customer services to update the app but no update available.

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FAQ

What can I do with the Waterstones app?

The app allows you to browse and buy books, gifts, and games. You can also earn and redeem rewards through Waterstones Plus, manage wish lists, and find local shop information for click & collect services.

How do I earn rewards with the app?

You can sign up for Waterstones Plus directly within the app to start earning and redeeming rewards. Your Plus card can be scanned from your phone, even offline, for easy access.

Can I collect my orders from a local shop?

Yes, you can choose to click & collect your orders directly from your favorite local Waterstones shop. The app also allows you to check stock availability in nearby stores.

What payment methods are accepted?

The app supports various payment methods including Apple Pay, PayPal, and Card payments for a convenient checkout experience.

Is this app available outside the UK?

The app is described as the UK's biggest bookseller, suggesting its primary focus and availability are within the United Kingdom. Stock information and local shop features are tailored to UK locations.