Comparison

iBOOKLIGHT vs Book Tracker

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

Head to head
About

iBOOKLIGHT

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a convenient book light for nighttime reading. This app offers a simple, clean interface to illuminate your pages without disturbing others. Position it upright or on a pillow for a fuss-free reading experience.

Highlights
  • Turns device into a book light
  • Simple and clean interface
  • Adjustable positioning
  • Stays on indefinitely
  • No fussy controls
Features
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Turn your iPHONE or iPAD into a book light. iBOOKLIGHT is now simple & clean. It will illuminate your reading while the rest of the world sleeps. Stand it upright or rest it on the pillow, on yourself or behind your shoulder. Goodbye fussy book lights that awake your partner. Stays on indefinitely We appreciate simple, clean design. This is the answer, you can read your book without fussing with too many controls. GET IT NOW FOR FREE! Support development with in app purchase. BY: www.nomadcandy.com GREAT Reading Light for your favorite fiction and non fiction: Freakonomics, An Innocent Client, Where the Crawdads Sing, Pachinko, Before We Were Yours, Circe, Defending Jacob, We Were The Lucky Ones, Everything I Never Told you, Becoming, Educated, The Matriarch, The Right Side of History, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Commander in Cheat, Ladies Who Punch, Doing Justice and Bad Blood. Anything you read to fall asleep this is for you.

About

Book Tracker

Organize your entire book collection, track reading progress, and manage your 'to-be-read' list. Features include a reading timer, quote saving, and import options from other platforms. Syncs seamlessly across devices and prioritizes user privacy.

Highlights
  • Organize entire library (read, reading, unread)
  • Track reading progress and set goals
  • Reading timer and habit analysis
  • Save and display favorite quotes
  • Import from Goodreads and other platforms
  • Track borrowed and lent books
  • Syncs across iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Features
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Your bookshelf, beautifully organized. Track every book you own, log what you've read, and build the perfect TBR list. all in one app. Whether you're a casual reader or a devoted bookworm, Book Tracker makes it effortless to manage your reading life. Discover why readers love Book Tracker: - Organize your entire library: Categorize books as read, reading, or unread. Add tags, edit details like author, genre, publisher, and year. your Library stays accurate and personal. - Track your reading progress: See how far you've read at a glance. Set reading goals and watch your stats grow with beautiful, detailed statistics available right on your Home screen through widgets. - Reading Timer: Measure the time you spend with each book. Understand your reading habits and find more time in your day for the stories you love. - Apple Watch app: Control your Reading Timer, log progress, and check your stats. right from your wrist. Includes widgets and complications so your reading data is always a glance away. - Save your favorite quotes: Found a passage that moved you? Save it in the app and revisit it anytime. You can even display your favorite quotes on your Home screen with a widget. - Built for the BookTok and Bookstagram community: Track your reading challenges, share your stats, and keep your TBR list organized for your next recommendation. - Import from Goodreads and more: Easily bring your book collection from Goodreads, Storygraph, BookBuddy, Delicious Library, Book Crawler, Reading List, and others. Export to PDF or CSV anytime. - Borrowed Books: Never forget which books you've lent out or borrowed. Keep track of every exchange effortlessly. - Syncs across all your devices: Save a book on iPhone, iPad, or Mac and it appears everywhere. Your Library and Wishlist stay perfectly in sync. no duplicates, no lost books. - Deep Apple integration: Shortcuts, Siri, Live Activity, and widgets work together to keep your books, quotes, and stats always within reach. - Your privacy matters: Book Tracker doesn't collect personal data or track you in any way. Read in peace. Start free with up to 5 books. Unlock unlimited books with a single in-app purchase on iPhone and iPad. A separate purchase unlocks the full Mac experience. Download Book Tracker today and transform the way you read.

Screenshots

iBOOKLIGHT2 screens
Book Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Book Tracker at 4.7 against iBOOKLIGHT's 3.5. Book Tracker also leads on review sentiment (85% vs 46%) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 12 months). iBOOKLIGHT's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). 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. iBOOKLIGHT sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Book Tracker sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Book Tracker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Book Tracker has 6.3K ratings behind it against 41, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of iBOOKLIGHT's written reviews are positive against 85% of Book Tracker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iBOOKLIGHT ships an update every 12 months, Book Tracker every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
iBOOKLIGHT versus Book Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriBOOKLIGHTBook Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (41 ratings)4.7 (6.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.0% of reviews84.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings416.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB254 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerjami beckerSimone Montalto

Customer experience

iBOOKLIGHT

All ratings41 ratings
Positive53.7%
Neutral17.1%
Negative29.3%
Written reviews124 reviews
Positive46.0%
Neutral5.6%
Negative48.4%

Book Tracker

All ratings6,266 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral3.0%
Negative3.4%
Written reviews617 reviews
Positive84.9%
Neutral6.0%
Negative9.1%

User reviews

iBOOKLIGHT

From 41 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💡 Simple and straightforward design
  • 📖 Perfect for bedtime reading without disturbing others
  • 🔆 Adjustable brightness for comfortable reading
  • ⏱️ Stays on indefinitely when configured properly
  • 🆓 Free app with no mandatory payments

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Screen turns off after 30 seconds to a few minutes without proper settings
  • 📱 Just adjusts phone brightness - limited functionality
  • 💰 In-app purchases for hue changes that don't work properly
  • 📢 Intrusive ads that pop up frequently
  • 🔊 Ads with sound can wake sleeping partners

Book Tracker

From 6.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent book tracking app
  • 👍 Clean and intuitive interface
  • 🔒 No data collection, privacy-focused
  • 💡 Customizable library and reading stats
  • 👍 Seamless sync across devices

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Issues with data loss or sync
  • 🔒 Separate purchase required for Mac app
  • 🔒 Limited free version with paywall
  • 👎 Complicated workflow for some features

Bugs and requests

iBOOKLIGHT

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Screen goes dark after 30 seconds despite claims of indefinite operation
  • In-app hue purchase feature non-functional
  • Page number saves don't persist after closing app
  • Settings button does nothing or is non-functional
  • Brightness changes affect phone's system brightness permanently
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  • App causes excessive battery drain in some cases
  • Ads block portions of the light display
  • Incompatibility issues with iPhone 6 and newer models
  • Auto-lock setting gets overridden by app
  • Porn ads appearing in some versions

Requested features

8 requests
  • Built-in brightness adjustment within app without phone settings
  • Auto-lock settings integrated into app
  • Multiple color/hue options that actually work
  • Clear in-app instructions for first-time users
  • Dark mode or warmer light options for eye comfort
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  • Swipe-based brightness adjustment
  • Different light bulb shapes or designs
  • Remove or customize ad placement and type

Book Tracker

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incorrect book cover images
  • Reading progress data disappearing
  • Issues with barcode scanning accuracy

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to track re-reads
  • Option to differentiate owned vs borrowed books
  • Customizable reading goal/progress widgets
  • Shared library access for family/friends
  • Improved sorting and search functionality
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  • More detailed audiobook tracking

In-app purchases

2 purchases

iBOOKLIGHT

One-time2
  • Remove Logo on Light Screen$0.99
  • Change light screen color hue$0.99
6 purchases

Book Tracker

One-time6
  • Small tip$1.99
  • Medium tip$4.99
  • Great tip$9.99
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  • Large tip$14.99
  • Book Tracker Pro (Lifetime)$15.99
  • Huge tip$19.99

Questions

Is iBOOKLIGHT free?
iBOOKLIGHT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Book Tracker free?
Book Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, iBOOKLIGHT or Book Tracker?
Book Tracker is rated higher. iBOOKLIGHT averages 3.5 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while Book Tracker averages 4.7 from 6.3K ratings.
Do iBOOKLIGHT or Book Tracker have ads?
Neither iBOOKLIGHT nor Book Tracker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iBOOKLIGHT or Book Tracker?
iBOOKLIGHT ships an update every 12 months, and Book Tracker every 8 days. Most recently, iBOOKLIGHT was updated on October 31, 2026 and Book Tracker on November 12, 2026.

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