# Librarika vs Book Tracker & Reading Log

The clearest difference is rating: Book Tracker & Reading Log at 4.3 against Librarika's 3.2. Book Tracker & Reading Log also leads on ratings volume (152 vs 19). Librarika's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Book Tracker & Reading Log sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Librarika asks for nothing beyond the download.

Book Tracker & Reading Log holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Book Tracker & Reading Log has 152 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of Librarika's written reviews are positive against 19% of Book Tracker & Reading Log's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Librarika ships an update every 2 weeks, Book Tracker & Reading Log every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Librarika | Book Tracker & Reading Log |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/librarika/id1102502605/reviews) | **[4.3 (152 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/book-tracker-and-reading-log/id1621520850/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 19 | **152** |
| Positive reviews | **33.3% of reviews** | 18.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 31 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 15.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Md Rayhan Chowdhury](https://appshunter.io/developer/1102502604) | [Leif Both](https://appshunter.io/developer/1617042398) |

## What reviewers say

### Librarika

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/librarika/id1102502605)

This cloud-based library management system simplifies cataloging, member management, and circulation for librarians. Library members can view checkouts, self-manage materials, and browse the catalog. It offers a comprehensive solution for both managing and accessing library resources.

**Highlights:** Barcode scanning for books, Add and manage book catalog, Member and patron account management, Check out/in materials, Self-checkout/check-in, Browse and search catalog, Manage holds and reservations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Book Tracker & Reading Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/book-tracker-and-reading-log/id1621520850)

Manage your personal library with this app. Scan books using their ISBN to quickly add them to your virtual collection. Track reading progress, organize shelves, and maintain wish lists. Stay updated with popular literary trends.

**Highlights:** ISBN scanner for quick book entry, Create and customize virtual bookshelves, Track reading progress and notes, Maintain a wish list of books, Sort and filter book collection, Follow #BookTok trends

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Version (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium Version (Quarterly) | $3.49 | per 3 months |
| Premium Version (Quarterly) | $4.79 | per 3 months |
| Premium Version (Quarterly) | $5.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Version (Yearly) | $7.99 | per year |
| Premium Version (Yearly) | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium Version (Yearly) | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium Version (Permanent) | $12.99 | one-time |
| Premium Version (Permanent) | $15.99 | one-time |
| Premium Version (Permanent) | $20.99 | one-time |
| Premium Version (Permanent) | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful ISBN scanner
- 👍 Good for tracking reads
- 👍 Useful for bookstore recommendations
- 👍 Appearance is good
- 👍 Library inventory feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App won't open/load
- 🐛 Crashing issues
- 🐛 Limited free version (3 books)
- 🐛 Expensive for limited features
- 🐛 Inadequate database for ISBN scanning

**Reported bugs**

- App won't open/load
- App crashes
- ISBN scanner not recognized
- Premium purchase issues (repeated charges, authentication failed)
- Import function errors ('invalid characters')

**Requested features**

- Way to track rereads
- Ability to add more information (narrators, listening time)
- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard
- Improve ISBN database accuracy


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Librarika free?

Librarika is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Book Tracker & Reading Log free?

Book Tracker & Reading Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Librarika or Book Tracker & Reading Log?

Book Tracker & Reading Log is rated higher. Librarika averages 3.2 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Book Tracker & Reading Log averages 4.3 from 152 ratings.

### Do Librarika or Book Tracker & Reading Log have ads?

Neither Librarika nor Book Tracker & Reading Log shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Librarika or Book Tracker & Reading Log?

Librarika ships an update every 2 weeks, and Book Tracker & Reading Log every 5 weeks. Most recently, Librarika was updated on October 24, 2026 and Book Tracker & Reading Log on October 27, 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.*