# iBOOKLIGHT vs Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log

The clearest difference is rating: Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log at 4.6 against iBOOKLIGHT's 3.5. Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 41). iBOOKLIGHT's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iBOOKLIGHT sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log has 1.5K 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 48% of Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log's.

iBOOKLIGHT ships an update every 12 months, Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log weekly. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iBOOKLIGHT | Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibooklight/id301861333/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basmoreading-trackerbook-log/id1542456934/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 41 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 46.0% of reviews | **47.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 156 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [jami becker](https://appshunter.io/developer/300634303) | [Book Vitals Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1483239539) |

## What reviewers say

### iBOOKLIGHT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibooklight/id301861333)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Logo on Light Screen | $0.99 | one-time |
| Change light screen color hue | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basmoreading-trackerbook-log/id1542456934)

Enhance your reading with an AI chatbot that answers questions directly from your books. Track progress, set goals, organize your library, and create motivational quotes. Syncs with Kindle and Notion.

**Highlights:** AI Chatbot for book interaction, Kindle and Notion sync, 100+ free book summaries, Book organizer and reading lists, Reading habit tracker and stats, Quote editor and journal

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Devoted Bookworm Weekly Pack | $3.49 | per 7 days |
| Full Reading Xperience Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Basmo Premium Monthly Pack | $4.99 | per month |
| Basmo Premium Monthly Pack | $4.99 | per month |
| PREMIUM (Yearly) - discount | $29.99 | per year |
| Devoted Bookworm Yearly Pack | $39.99 | per year |
| Basmo Premium Yearly Pack | $39.99 | per year |
| Basmo Premium Yearly Pack | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 📚 Helps track reading progress
- 📓 Allows taking notes and highlighting quotes
- 📊 Provides useful reading statistics
- 🤖 AI-powered book summaries and insights
- 🔍 Comprehensive book catalog

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive user interface
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches in the app
- 🔒 Limited free features, paywall for full functionality
- 📚 Incomplete book catalog, missing popular titles

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when accessing certain sections
- Reading progress not saving correctly
- Kindle sync feature not working as expected
- Inability to edit book details after adding

**Requested features**

- Add ability to pause reading sessions
- Improve book recommendation system
- Allow customizing reading goals and stats
- Integrate with more platforms like Kindle
- Add dark mode and other visual customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iBOOKLIGHT free?

iBOOKLIGHT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log free?

Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iBOOKLIGHT or Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log?

Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log is rated higher. iBOOKLIGHT averages 3.5 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log averages 4.6 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do iBOOKLIGHT or Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log have ads?

Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log shows ads; iBOOKLIGHT does not.

### Which is updated more often, iBOOKLIGHT or Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log?

iBOOKLIGHT ships an update every 12 months, and Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log weekly. Most recently, iBOOKLIGHT was updated on June 11, 2026 and Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log on September 29, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*