# Bookshelf vs Reading Log

The clearest difference is monetization model: Reading Log at free against Bookshelf's freemium. Reading Log also leads on ratings volume (12 vs 4). Bookshelf's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.5). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Reading Log holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 12 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bookshelf | Reading Log |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelf-book-tracker/id1556306224/reviews) | **[4.9 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-log-book-tracker/id6661020459/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **12** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 19 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 17.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Matthew Frances](https://appshunter.io/developer/1556306496) | [Dimitry Vinogradov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1764665575) |

## What reviewers say

### Bookshelf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelf-book-tracker/id1556306224)

Organize your reading with this app. Track books you're reading, plan future reads, and mark books as complete. Add detailed notes with page numbers and search your library by title, author, or ISBN.

**Highlights:** Track reading lists (reading, up next, complete), Create and edit book notes, Search books by title, author, ISBN, Discover books via descriptions, Local data storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Reading Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reading-log-book-tracker/id6661020459)

Organize your reading with a simple book progress tracker. Manage your library, discover trending titles, and receive personalized recommendations. Set reminders and goals to stay motivated on your reading journey.

**Highlights:** Bookshelf organization, Trending book discovery, Personalized recommendations, Reading reminders, Progress tracking, Goal setting

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bookshelf free?

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

### Is Reading Log free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bookshelf or Reading Log?

Reading Log is rated higher. Bookshelf averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Reading Log averages 4.9 from 12 ratings.

### Do Bookshelf or Reading Log have ads?

Neither Bookshelf nor Reading Log shows ads.

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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.*