# Bookly vs Bookmory

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bookmory at every 4 days against Bookly's monthly. Bookmory also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (93% vs 84%). Bookly's advantage is ratings volume (61K vs 16K). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bookly sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Bookmory sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bookmory holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 61K and 16K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Bookly's written reviews are positive against 93% of Bookmory's.

Bookly ships an update monthly, Bookmory every 4 days. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bookly | Bookmory |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (61K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookly-book-tracker/id1085047737/reviews) | **[4.8 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookmory-reading-tracker/id1515533482/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **61K** | 16K |
| Positive reviews | 83.6% of reviews | **92.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#65** | #122 |
| Size | 510 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TwoDoor Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/863075057) | [TonySoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/1515533481) |

## What reviewers say

### Bookly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookly-book-tracker/id1085047737)

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Grossing · Book, #76 Top Free · Book (US App Store)

This app helps you track your reading habits in real-time, manage your library, and set reading goals. It offers detailed statistics, custom ratings, and ambient sounds to enhance your reading experience and build a consistent reading habit.

**Highlights:** Real-time reading timer, Detailed reading statistics, Custom book ratings, Book library management, Reading goals and reminders, Character tracking, Readathon tracking

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Pro Family Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro 50% OFF | $14.99 | per year |
| Six Months of Pro | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Pro 30% OFF | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro (50% OFF 1st year trial) | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro 20% OFF | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro Family Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| 10 extra reading days | $0.99 | one-time |
| A handful of Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| A big bag of Diamonds | $2.99 | one-time |
| A chest of Diamonds | $5.99 | one-time |
| Bookly Pro | $79.99 | one-time |
| Bookly Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for tracking reading progress
- 🚀 Motivates users to read more
- 📊 Provides detailed reading statistics
- 💡 Allows adding quotes, thoughts, and new words
- 👍 User-friendly interface and design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for many features
- 🔒 Limited functionality in free version
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Difficulty finding/adding some books
- 🔢 Limit on number of books that can be added

**Reported bugs**

- Reading sessions not always accurately recorded
- Inconsistencies in page count/progress tracking
- Syncing issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete/edit books
- Option to track audiobook progress
- Sync reading progress across devices
- More customization options
- Integration with other reading apps


### Bookmory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookmory-reading-tracker/id1515533482)

**Currently charting:** #122 Top Grossing · Book, #180 Top Free · Book (US App Store)

This app helps you build a consistent reading habit by tracking your progress, setting goals, and keeping a detailed reading journal. It offers a reading timer, calendar view, and insightful statistics to keep you motivated. Remember your books and reading journey with this all-in-one tool.

**Highlights:** Track books via search or barcode, Reading timer and progress logging, Create reading journal entries and notes, Set daily and yearly reading goals, View reading statistics and calendar, Organize books with collections and tags

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium monthly | $3.49 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $30.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy and fun to use
- 🚀 Very easy to use
- 🚀 Organized and intuitive
- 🚀 Visually appealing
- 🚀 Seamless experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data tracking
- 💰 Subscription model too expensive
- 🐛 Occasional app crashes
- 🐛 Inaccurate book information
- 🐛 Difficulty finding/importing books

**Reported bugs**

- Barcode scanner not working properly
- Deleted data not recoverable
- Inconsistent book information display

**Requested features**

- Ability to track re-reads
- Yearly/monthly reading goals
- Book recommendation system
- Deeper integration with ebook/audiobook apps
- Option to share reading progress with friends


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bookly free?

Bookly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bookmory free?

Bookmory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bookly or Bookmory?

Bookmory is rated higher. Bookly averages 4.6 out of 5 from 61K ratings, while Bookmory averages 4.8 from 16K ratings.

### Do Bookly or Bookmory have ads?

Both Bookly and Bookmory show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bookly or Bookmory?

Bookly ships an update monthly, and Bookmory every 4 days. Most recently, Bookly was updated on September 24, 2026 and Bookmory on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Bookly or Bookmory?

Bookly currently peaks at #65 in the App Store charts, and Bookmory at #122. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*