Comparison

Audioteka vs Briefly Books

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

Head to head
About

Audioteka

Access a vast library of audiobooks and podcasts on your mobile device. Download content for offline listening, adjust playback speed, and create personalized lists. Enjoy a convenient way to discover and enjoy stories and information on the go.

Highlights
  • Offline listening
  • Adjustable playback speed
  • Create favorite lists
  • Apple CarPlay integration
  • Chromecast support
  • Rate audiobooks
  • Listen to podcasts
Features
Currently charting
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Listen to audiobooks in our new, more convenient mobile application. Log in to your account and try it now! Audioteka is a free app, where you can download or listen to audiobooks directly from your device. We offer you a possibility to listen free chapters, buy, download and listen to bestsellers wherever you are. The app allows you to find thousands of audiobooks on Fiction, Non-fiction, Arts & Entertainment, Biography and Autobiography, Business, Children, Classics, Crime & Thrillers, Science - Fiction & Fantasy, Health & Personal Development, Young Adult, Podcasts & Newspapers and many more. The Audioteka application is in short: - the ability to create a list of favorite items - integration with Apple CarPlay - Google Chromecast support - access to your shelf - the ability to easily recommend and share content with friends - offline listening to previously downloaded content - snooze function (auto-turn off the audiobook) - option to set the speed of listening to the audiobook (from 0.5 up to 2x faster) - possibility to rate audiobooks - the ability to listen to podcasts and broadcasts - constant help and customer service More features coming soon! If your shelf is empty, because you do not have an account at Audioteka yet, listen to the free broadcasts and podcasts that we have included in the new version of the application. Terms of service: https://web.audioteka.com/pl/l/tos Privacy policy: https://audioteka.com/pl/privacy-policy

About

Briefly Books

Access a curated library of audiobook summaries across various genres. Learn new topics, improve skills, and enjoy content on the go with adjustable playback and automatic bookmarking.

Highlights
  • Curated audiobook summaries
  • Fiction and non-fiction genres
  • Personal development and business topics
  • Adjustable playback speed
  • Automatic bookmarking
  • Listen anywhere, anytime
Features
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Welcome to Briefly – Your Gateway to Audiobook Summaries! Dive into a world of carefully crafted audiobook summaries designed to help you absorb knowledge quickly and enjoyably. Whether you’re looking for timeless classics, modern hits, or educational insights, Briefly delivers high-quality content. A Curated Library for Every Taste. Browse our ever-growing selection of audiobook summaries covering fiction, non-fiction, personal development, business, and more. Whether you have 15 minutes or an hour, there’s always something worth listening to. Listen Anywhere, Anytime. Enjoy your summaries on the go—whether you’re commuting, walking, or relaxing at home. Your personal audio library travels with you. Learn Something New Every Day. Our educational summaries let you explore new topics, improve your skills, and stay informed—all in less time. Features Built for You. • Adjustable playback speed for a personalized listening experience • Automatic bookmarking so you never lose your place • And more tools to enhance your journey We’re Listening. Your feedback matters! Reach out with questions, suggestions, or issues—we’re here to support your listening experience. Your Privacy Matters. Stream Readers takes your data privacy seriously. Read our privacy policy for full details on how we protect your information. Start Your Journey Today. Download Briefly and unlock a smarter way to read—with summaries that fit your lifestyle. Join our growing community of audiobook lovers and rediscover the joy of literature.

Screenshots

Audioteka4 screens
Briefly Books4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Briefly Books at 100% against Audioteka's 37%. Briefly Books also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Audioteka's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 3). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Audioteka sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Briefly Books sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Briefly Books holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Audioteka has 1.5K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of Audioteka's written reviews are positive against 100% of Briefly Books's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Audioteka versus Briefly Books: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAudiotekaBriefly Books
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.5K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.5K — better3
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#138 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size138 MB58 MB
Age rating12+9+
DeveloperAudioteka Group Sp. z o.o.Stream Readers LLC

Customer experience

Audioteka

All ratings1,474 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral2.2%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews320 reviews
Positive37.2%
Neutral12.5%
Negative50.3%

Briefly Books

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Audioteka

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Subscription issues and billing problems
  • Inconsistent behavior when pausing/resuming playback
  • Compatibility problems with certain devices and platforms
  • Delayed or missing book purchases in user's library

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add bookmark/note-taking functionality
  • Improve search and organization of user's library
  • Provide more control over playback speed and settings
  • Implement seamless syncing across devices
  • Offer a true offline mode with full book downloads

Briefly Books

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Audioteka

Subscriptions9
  • Smart 20h Plan$3.991 Month
  • Minimal Plan$5.991 Month
  • Audioteka Club14 Days trial$6.991 Month
Show 6 more
  • Minimal Plan$8.991 Month
  • Audioteka Klub14 Days trial$9.491 Month
  • Optimal Plan14 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Starter Plan1 Month trial2 variants$9.991 Month
  • Starter Plan1 Month trial$11.991 Month
  • Audioteka Club14 Days trial$12.991 Month
3 purchases

Briefly Books

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Plan7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Quarterly Plan7 Days trial$14.993 Months
  • Annual Plan7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Audioteka free?
Audioteka is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Briefly Books free?
Briefly Books is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Audioteka or Briefly Books?
Briefly Books is rated higher. Audioteka averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Briefly Books averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Audioteka or Briefly Books have ads?
Briefly Books shows ads; Audioteka does not.
Which is updated more often, Audioteka or Briefly Books?
Audioteka ships an update fortnightly, and Briefly Books fortnightly. Most recently, Audioteka was updated on November 6, 2026 and Briefly Books on October 30, 2026.

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