EIU Library vs LingoBook
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
EIU Library
This mobile application provides library patrons with a comprehensive suite of tools to manage their library experience. Users can search the catalog, borrow, return, and renew items, as well as access electronic resources and schedule appointments.
- Manage user profiles
- Search library catalog
- Borrow, return, and renew items
- Manage loans and reservations
- Access electronic resources
- Reserve study rooms and PCs
- Track environmental status
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"This mobile application is a service for EIU and their communities. Provided by the EIU Library, the application allows library patrons to: - Set up and manage user profiles - Search the library catalogue - Borrow, return and renew library items - Manage loans and reservations - Request items from other libraries - Recommend a purchase - Use electronic resources - Access study and research support - Schedule an appointment for consultancy - Register for workshops and events - Reserve study rooms and utilize the smart room system - Book library PCs, print and more - Track the environmental status of specific areas in the library (air quality, noise, humidity and temperature) - Navigate library directions and floor plans - Connect with the EIU Library"
LingoBook
This app is an ebook reader designed for language learners. It allows you to read books in various formats and instantly translate any word you tap. You can also explore bilingual content like YouTube videos and news articles to enhance your vocabulary and comprehension.
- Read ebooks in multiple formats
- Built-in dictionary for 80+ languages
- Instant word translation
- Import your own books
- Bilingual YouTube videos
- Bilingual news articles
- Smart dictionary for vocabulary building
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Read books. Learn languages. All in one app. LingoBook is the ultimate ebook reader for language learners. Whether you're reading a novel in English or an article in French, LingoBook helps you understand every word – instantly. MAIN FEATURES - Read ebooks in PDF, EPUB, MOBI, AZW3 and more - Built-in dictionary with support for 80+ languages - Tap any word to see its meaning and translation - Import your own books easily from your device or cloud MORE TO EXPLORE - Watch bilingual YouTube videos with subtitles - Read bilingual news from around the world - Discover bilingual stories to improve your reading - Use the smart dictionary to build your vocabulary daily Perfect for English learners, language lovers, and avid readers who want to explore new languages through books and videos. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: EIU Library at 5.0 against LingoBook's 3.7. EIU Library also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 4 months). On price, ratings volume, 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
Both are free to download. LingoBook sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.00 per month. EIU Library asks for nothing beyond the download.
EIU Library holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively.
EIU Library ships an update every 10 days, LingoBook every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | EIU Library | LingoBook |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | 3.7 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 3 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 77 MB | 541 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Eastern International University | BILINGO COMPANY LIMITED - LEARN ENGLISH 4 SKILLS |
Customer experience
EIU Library
LingoBook
In-app purchases
EIU Library
No in-app purchases
LingoBook
- Premium Monthly$1.001 Month
- Premium Yearly$10.001 Year
- Premium Trial Yearly7 Days trial$10.001 Year
