Comparison

Leatherbound vs Bookmook

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

Head to head
About

Leatherbound

Organize your reading with this app that tracks current books, finished titles, and your reading list. Set goals, view stats, and customize your library with widgets and manual entries. Syncs across devices and offers library import/export.

Highlights
  • Track current, finished, and to-read books
  • Home screen widgets for progress
  • Set reading goals
  • Search and filter library
  • Syncs across devices
  • Import/export library
  • Reading habit insights
Features
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Leatherbound is a simple, thoughtful way to keep track of what you're reading. Whether you're midway through a gripping novel, planning your next read, or just curious how much you've read this year, Leatherbound helps you stay organised and motivated. Features: • Keep track of what you're currently reading, what you've finished, and what's on your list • Get personalised recommendations for what to read next • Beautiful home screen widgets that show your progress at a glance • Set reading goals to stay on track throughout the year • Search and filter your library quickly • Syncs automatically across your devices • Import and export your library as CSV • Get insights into your reading habits with stats and charts • Log your full reading history • Add books manually or from the web • Customise book covers for a personal touch • Tap any cover to view it full screen Thanks for using Leatherbound — your feedback helps make the app better. You can send us suggestions or bug reports anytime via the in-app feedback option. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.leatherbound.org/privacy

About

Bookmook

Organize your reading life with a comprehensive book tracker and reading log. Manage your personal library, track reading progress with detailed statistics, and discover trending books worldwide. Cultivate a lasting reading habit with a streamlined, minimalist interface.

Highlights
  • Advanced reading list management
  • Smart book search
  • Custom collections
  • Comprehensive book tracker
  • Detailed reading sessions
  • Visual reading statistics
  • Global trending books
Features
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Your reading life, beautifully organized. Bookmook is the minimalist book tracker and reading list app built for readers who want clarity, not complexity. Track every book you read, manage your TBR planner, log reading sessions, and watch your personal bookshelf come to life. All in one calm, clutter-free space. Your Bookshelf. Your Rules. Stop losing track of what you have read, what you are reading, and the ever-growing pile you mean to get to. Bookmook gives you a clean, intuitive digital bookshelf to organize your reading collections your way. Search millions of titles, add books instantly, create custom reading collections by genre, mood, or series, and keep every detail exactly how you want it. The Reading Tracker That Actually Fits Your Life Bookmook works as your personal reading log, quietly recording every session in the background of your reading life. Log pages read, track time spent reading, and see how many sessions it took to finish a book. No pressure. No streaks you are afraid to break. Just honest, beautiful data that reflects your real reading rhythm. From TBR Chaos to TBR Clarity Every reader has a wishlist that spirals out of control. Bookmook's TBR planner turns that pile into an organized, prioritized reading list you will actually use. Add books you discover anytime, browse what is trending worldwide, and always know exactly what you are reading next. Reading Statistics That Inspire See your reading life in a new light with monthly and annual reading stats. Watch your page count grow, your reading time add up, and your yearly reading log fill with books you are proud of. Bookmook makes your progress visible and makes you want to keep going. Key Features Book Tracker: Log books as reading, read, or want-to-read with a single tap. Reading List and TBR Planner: Organize and prioritize what you will read next. Reading Collections: Group books by genre, mood, series, or any theme you choose. Reading Log: Record sessions with page progress and time spent reading. Reading Statistics: Monthly and annual insights into your reading habits. Smart Book Search: Find any title, author, or ISBN in seconds. Global Trending Books: Discover what readers worldwide are picking up right now. Minimalist Bookshelf: A clean, distraction-free interface that keeps the focus on your books. Built for Every Kind of Reader Whether you are a student tracking required texts, a fantasy fan managing a multi-series reading tracker, or someone who simply wants to remember every book they have ever loved, Bookmook meets you where you are. No social pressure. No noise. Just you and your books. Download Bookmook and start building the reading life you have always wanted. Some advanced features may require a premium upgrade. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.soltiapps.com/legal/bookmook/privacy

Screenshots

Leatherbound4 screens
Bookmook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Leatherbound at 4.8 against Bookmook's 4.0. Leatherbound also leads on ratings volume (12 vs 1). Bookmook's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads, 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. Leatherbound sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Bookmook sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Leatherbound holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Leatherbound has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Leatherbound ships an update every 5 weeks, Bookmook fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on August 11, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Leatherbound versus Bookmook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLeatherboundBookmook
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (12 ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings12 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.016.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB16 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSam DavisMustafa Uzun

Customer experience

Leatherbound

All ratings12 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bookmook

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Leatherbound

Subscriptions2
  • Leatherbound premium monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Leatherbound premium yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
3 purchases

Bookmook

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Access$1.997 Days
  • Yearly Access$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$24.99

Questions

Is Leatherbound free?
Leatherbound is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bookmook free?
Bookmook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Leatherbound or Bookmook?
Leatherbound is rated higher. Leatherbound averages 4.8 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Bookmook averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Leatherbound or Bookmook have ads?
Neither Leatherbound nor Bookmook shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Leatherbound or Bookmook?
Leatherbound ships an update every 5 weeks, and Bookmook fortnightly. Most recently, Leatherbound was updated on August 11, 2026 and Bookmook on September 10, 2026.

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