bookie vs Albert

We help you build a reading routine – and stick to it. Set reading goals, track your reading habits, and join live reading sessions. With bookie, you’ll get personalized book recommendations and discover curated lists tailored to your taste. You’ve found a new book you want to read? Buy it directly in the app – now with free shipping (Germany). Top FEATURES at a glance: • Create reading lists • Barcode scanner • In-app book purchases • Personalized book recommendations • Reading progress tracking • Live reading sessions • Detailed reading statistics • Write & read book reviews • Save favorite quotes • Your bookie friends • Create reading lists Organize and manage your virtual bookshelf in your bookie profile. Keep track of your personal library with ease. • Barcode scanner Quickly add books you already own by scanning their barcode – a fast and easy way to grow your reading lists. • In-app book purchases Buy new books directly in the app – now with free shipping included! • Personalized book recommendations Our smart recommendation algorithm suggests new titles based on your reading behavior and preferences. • Reading progress tracking Whether it’s a paperback, hardcover, or e-book – track your progress and see how many books and pages you’ve read. • Live reading sessions Set aside dedicated time to read and use bookie’s live reading sessions to stay focused and track your time in real-time. • Detailed reading statistics Set custom reading goals and get insights into your habits through beautifully designed stats. • Write & read book reviews Rate books (with quarter-star increments!) and share your thoughts with the community. Or browse through other reviews for inspiration. • Save favorite quotes Keep track of your favorite quotes from any book and share them with fellow book lovers. Be inspired by a fresh quote selection on your home screen every day. • Your bookie friends Follow other bookies and see what they’re reading in your personal social feed. Perfect for long-distance book friendships! WHY BOOKIE? • Built with the community bookie is a passion project – born out of a love for reading and a desire to connect people through stories. We're a small team building this app with heart, not just for you, but with you. Your ideas, feedback, and wishes directly shape bookie’s development. We're growing together – with you and because of you. • Quality first We’re obsessed with thoughtful design and premium quality. We believe it’s the small details that make a big difference. Every touchpoint with bookie is crafted to leave a meaningful, delightful impression. • Connection through stories We believe in the magic of stories to build real connections and community. We bring readers together through shared experiences – online and offline, like our social reading events. Our mission: connect kindred spirits through books, conversations, and the joy of reading. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Albert is a thoughtful reading companion for people who like to track their reading. Import EPUBs, PDFs, follow along with paper books, and watch your reading life take shape over time. READ • Built-in EPUB reader with custom fonts, themes, and text sizing • Built-in PDF reader • Pick up exactly where you left off • Highlights, notes, and quotes alongside the text • Get a recap of the story so far if you're returning to a book after a while CAPTURE • Every session, highlight, and note in one timeline • Organised chapter by chapter — see how each part landed • Quick mood reactions per chapter ORGANIZE • Import EPUB and PDF files from anywhere on your device • Group books into albums by mood or reading list • Currently reading, stash, and finished sections • Search your whole collection BUILD THE HABIT • Weekly minute and yearly book goals • 13-week consistency grid for your streak • Gentle reminders so you don't lose the habit — — — — — ALBERT READER (Premium) • Advanced statistics — reading persona (Evening Bookworm, Night Owl…), mood maps, reading velocity, session distribution, and calendar heat-maps. • Physical book tracking — live session timer with Lock Screen presence, manual progress logging, and a chapter-by-chapter timeline for the books in your hand. • Export your library — CSV, JSON, or Markdown. Your highlights, notes, sessions, and statistics are yours to keep. • Support a tiny indie app. • iCloud sync and more features support coming soon! — — — — — Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula