Comparison

Reading List vs Random Book

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

Head to head
About

Reading List

Organize your reading journey by tracking books you've read, are currently reading, or want to read. Log progress, add custom lists, and record notes and ratings. Sync data across devices and export your library.

Highlights
  • Scan barcodes to add books
  • Search online for books
  • Manual book entry
  • Track reading progress (start/finish dates)
  • Create custom book lists
  • Add ratings and notes
  • View reading statistics
  • iCloud data sync
Features
Currently charting
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Easily track books you’ve read, books you’re reading, and books you want to read. Record your progress by adding the start and finish date of your books. ADD NEW BOOKS • Scan the barcode of a book to quickly add it to your list • Search online to find and add books • Alternatively, add a book manually by typing in its details • Sync your data between all devices via iCloud TRACK YOUR READING • Quickly log the dates you start and finish each book with a tap or swipe • Order the books, to help plan what to read next • Create your own custom lists, like "Wishlist", "Favourites", etc • Record the current page of books you're reading • Add your own rating and notes to each book • View your reading statistics PRIVATE & PERSONAL • No online account or signup needed • All data is private, stored on-device or in your iCloud account • Export and import all your data Some premium features require Reading List Pro, which can be purchased in the app. The app remains fully-featured when used without Reading List Pro. Terms of Use: https://readinglist.app/termsofservice Privacy Policy: https://readinglist.app/privacypolicy

About

Random Book

Features
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Discover Your Next Favorite Book! Struggling to find your next read? Random Book can help you discover the perfect book! With our random book picker, you’ll get recommendations across a wide range of categories that suit your mood and interests. From popular titles to hidden gems, our app brings you books from various genres. Categories Include: Random: Get a surprise recommendation every time! Popular: Discover the trending books everyone is talking about! Bestsellers: Find the bestsellers that are making waves in the reading world! Art: Dive into the world of creativity and inspiration with books on art and design. History: Travel through time and explore fascinating historical events and figures. Romance: Get lost in love stories with our collection of romantic books. Fiction: Escape into fictional worlds full of adventure and imagination. Sci-Fi: Venture into the future with science fiction books that push the boundaries of possibility. Science: Expand your knowledge with books on the wonders of science and technology. Travel: Embark on a journey to new places and cultures with travel books. Horror: Get spooked with thrilling horror novels that will keep you up at night. Drama: Experience powerful emotions and gripping stories in the drama genre. Medical: Explore the fascinating world of medicine and health-related books. Mystery: Unravel secrets and solve mysteries with suspenseful thrillers. Sport: Stay motivated with sports books, from biographies to strategies. Biography: Learn from the lives of inspiring individuals in this genre. Business: Master the world of business, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Cooking: Discover new recipes and culinary adventures with cooking books. Comics: Enjoy an exciting mix of graphic novels, comic books, and manga. Family: Read heartwarming stories about family bonds and relationships. Health: Take control of your health and well-being with informative health books. Fantasy: Enter magical realms with fantasy books full of enchantment and adventure. Find books from any category with just a tap and get ready to explore new stories! Whether you’re into sci-fi, romance, or mystery, Random Book makes discovering your next great read easier than ever.

Screenshots

Reading List4 screens
Random Book3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Reading List at 4.8 against Random Book's 2.0. Reading List also leads on ratings volume (30K vs 1) and chart position (#187 vs unranked). Random Book's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). 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. Reading List sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. Random Book asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Reading List holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Reading List has 30K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Reading List versus Random Book: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReading ListRandom Book
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (30K ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews92.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings30K — better1
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#187 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB24 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperAndrew Bennet LtdCAN EMRE

Bugs and requests

Reading List

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Issues with date/time tracking when adding books
  • Occasional crashes or data loss when using the app

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to track re-reads and 'on hold' books
  • Improve sorting/organizing options for large collections
  • Add support for audiobooks and reading time tracking
  • Implement cloud sync and account features to preserve data
  • Add more customization options for lists and book display

Random Book

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Reading List

Subscriptions4
  • Reading List Pro (Monthly)$2.001 Month
  • Reading List Pro (Monthly)$3.991 Month
  • Reading List Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$14.001 Year
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  • Reading List Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time6
  • Small Tip$1.00
  • Medium Tip$2.00
  • Large Tip$3.00
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  • Very Large Tip$5.00
  • Giant Tip$10.00
  • Reading List Pro (Lifetime)$38.00
None

Random Book

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Reading List free?
Reading List is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Random Book free?
Random Book is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Reading List or Random Book?
Reading List is rated higher. Reading List averages 4.8 out of 5 from 30K ratings, while Random Book averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Reading List or Random Book have ads?
Neither Reading List nor Random Book shows ads.

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