Comparison

FBReader vs AudioBook Maker & Player

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FBReader

A fast and versatile e-book reader supporting multiple formats like ePub, Kindle, and fb2. It offers cloud syncing for reading progress and a customizable interface. Upgrade to unlock unlimited library access and advanced features.

Highlights
  • Supports ePub, Kindle azw3, fb2, RTF, Word, HTML, and text
  • ePub3 and Readium LCP DRM support
  • Cloud syncing of library and reading positions
  • Customizable appearance and behavior options
  • Direct opening of downloaded files
  • Free version with library limits
Features
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FBReader is a fast and easy-to-use e-book reader for iPhone and iPad. It supports all major e-book formats, including ePub (with key ePub3 features), Kindle azw3, and fb2 (.zip). You can open both unprotected books and ePub files protected with Readium LCP DRM. FBReader also reads RTF, Word (.doc), HTML, and plain text, so you can keep all your books and documents in one place. Read anywhere and pick up right where you left off. FBReader can sync your library, reading positions, bookmarks, and more across devices using the FBReader Book Network, a cloud service powered by Google Drive. If you prefer managing files yourself, you can download books in your browser and open them directly with FBReader. A wide range of appearance and behavior options lets you customize the reading experience to match your preferences. Free version and upgrade options: • The free version allows up to 10 books in your library. • The built-in translation feature is disabled. Upgrade to the full version to remove these limits and enjoy the complete FBReader experience.

About

AudioBook Maker & Player

This app allows you to play your existing audiobooks with advanced features like adjustable playback speed and a sleep timer. It also lets you convert your own books into audiobooks using text-to-speech technology.

Highlights
  • Offline audiobook player
  • Adjustable playback speed
  • Sleep timer
  • Bookmark functionality
  • Text-to-speech audiobook creation
  • Import EPUB, PDF, TXT files
  • Share audiobooks
Features
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Audiobook Maker & Player is two apps in one: a polished offline player for your audiobooks, and a companion that turns your own books into natural-sounding audiobooks with text-to-speech. LISTEN — a player built for audiobooks • Plays M4B, MP3 and M4A files already on your device, with chapters and cover art • Adjustable speed from 0.7× to 2×, 5% steps • Sleep timer: off, end of chapter, or a set number of minutes • Bookmarks to mark and return to any moment • Background playback with lock-screen and notification controls • Headphone and Bluetooth controls • CarPlay ready • Resumes exactly where you left off, automatically ORGANIZE — your library, your way • Import audiobooks from a folder you choose, or add files with “Open with” / Share • Search by title or author, and group by author • Archive the books you’ve finished to keep your shelf tidy CREATE — books into audiobooks (with the AudioBook Maker service) • Turn EPUB, PDF, TXT or ABM files into audiobooks with natural voices • A simple step-by-step wizard: pick a file, choose chapters, preview the voice, pick the format, start • Generation runs on the server and keeps going even with the screen locked • Follow progress in the Activity tab and download the result straight into your library • Get a notification the moment your audiobook is ready SHARE — send an audiobook in a tap • Share a book with a secure link, and receive shared books directly into your library PRIVACY • Your audiobooks stay on your device. Files you upload for conversion and the audio that’s generated are automatically deleted after the retention period. Please use the creation tools only on content for which you hold legitimate usage rights.

Screenshots

FBReader4 screens
AudioBook Maker & Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AudioBook Maker & Player at 100% against FBReader's 52%. AudioBook Maker & Player also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). FBReader's advantage is rating (3.7 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (129 vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FBReader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. AudioBook Maker & Player asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FBReader holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FBReader has 129 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 52% of FBReader's written reviews are positive against 100% of AudioBook Maker & Player's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FBReader ships an update monthly, AudioBook Maker & Player every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
FBReader versus AudioBook Maker & Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFBReaderAudioBook Maker & Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (129 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews52.5% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings129 — better2
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB29 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperFBReader.ORG LimitedLuigi Frangiamone

Customer experience

FBReader

All ratings128 ratings
Positive64.8%
Neutral9.4%
Negative25.8%
Written reviews322 reviews
Positive52.5%
Neutral14.0%
Negative33.5%

AudioBook Maker & Player

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

FBReader

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Syncing issues with Google Drive
  • Deletion of books from library
  • Formatting problems with large footnotes
  • Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Vertical scrolling mode
  • Improved bookmark and annotation tools
  • Ability to add/change book covers
  • Text-to-speech functionality
  • Better library management (read/unread, collections)

AudioBook Maker & Player

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FBReader

One-time1
  • FBReader Full Edition2 variants$12.99
None

AudioBook Maker & Player

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FBReader free?
FBReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AudioBook Maker & Player free?
AudioBook Maker & Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FBReader or AudioBook Maker & Player?
FBReader is rated higher. FBReader averages 3.7 out of 5 from 129 ratings, while AudioBook Maker & Player averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do FBReader or AudioBook Maker & Player have ads?
Neither FBReader nor AudioBook Maker & Player shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FBReader or AudioBook Maker & Player?
FBReader ships an update monthly, and AudioBook Maker & Player every 5 days. Most recently, FBReader was updated on November 6, 2026 and AudioBook Maker & Player on November 5, 2026.

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