# Bookly vs Bookspark

The clearest difference is ads: Bookspark at none against Bookly's shown. Bookspark also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (weekly vs monthly). Bookly's advantage is review sentiment (84% vs 50%) and ratings volume (63K vs 2). On price, 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 Bookspark sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bookspark holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bookly has 63K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 84% of Bookly's written reviews are positive against 50% of Bookspark's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Bookly ships an update monthly, Bookspark weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bookly | Bookspark |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (63K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookly-book-tracker/id1085047737/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookspark-book-tracker/id6801110300/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **63K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **83.8% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#21** | — |
| Size | 475 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TwoDoor Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/863075057) | [Workit Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1570096204) |

## What reviewers say

### Bookly

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

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Free · Book, #29 Top Grossing · 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


### Bookspark

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookspark-book-tracker/id6801110300)

This app helps you build a reading habit by tracking your progress, logging reading sessions, and saving memorable quotes. It offers a calm, personal experience without social pressure or competition. Organize your library, set goals, and visualize your reading journey.

**Highlights:** Track current, finished, and TBR books, Organize books into personal lists, Time focused reading sessions, Save memorable passages as Spark Cards, Set annual reading goals, Visualize reading streaks and insights

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bookspark Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Bookspark Pro Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Bookspark Pro Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bookly free?

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

### Is Bookspark free?

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

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

Bookspark is rated higher. Bookly averages 4.6 out of 5 from 63K ratings, while Bookspark averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Bookly or Bookspark have ads?

Bookly shows ads; Bookspark does not.

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

Bookly ships an update monthly, and Bookspark weekly. Most recently, Bookly was updated on October 29, 2026 and Bookspark on October 25, 2026.

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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.*