# Race Tech vs Bookly

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bookly at 84% against Race Tech's 33%. Bookly also leads on price (Free vs $6.99) and rating (4.6 vs 1.0). Race Tech's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Bookly is free to download; Race Tech costs $6.99 up front. Race Tech sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Bookly sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bookly holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bookly has 62K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Race Tech's written reviews are positive against 84% of Bookly's.

Race Tech ships an update every 12 months, Bookly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Race Tech | Bookly |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $6.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/race-tech/id512733218/reviews) | **[4.6 (62K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookly-book-tracker/id1085047737/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **62K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **83.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#22** |
| Size | 126 MB | 475 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Kimberley Media Group Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/512733221) | [TwoDoor Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/863075057) |

## What reviewers say

### Race Tech

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/race-tech/id512733218)

This publication delivers monthly insights into motorsport technology and industry. It covers a wide range of racing disciplines and technical topics, from engines to aerodynamics and materials. Access the latest news, stories, and product developments in motorsport engineering.

**Highlights:** Monthly motorsport technology news, Covers all racing disciplines, Focuses on motorsport engineering, International industry coverage, Technical topic deep dives, Back and future issue purchases

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Race Tech | $5.99 | per month |
| Race Tech | $44.99 | per year |
| Race Tech: May 2012, by PixelMags | $5.99 | one-time |
| Race Tech: June 2012, by PixelMags | $5.99 | one-time |
| Race Tech: July 2012, by PixelMags | $5.99 | one-time |
| Race Tech: December 2012, by PixelMags | $5.99 | one-time |
| Race Tech: January 2013, by PixelMags | $5.99 | one-time |
| Issue 162 of Race Tech | $5.99 | one-time |
| December 2013 of Race Tech | $5.99 | one-time |
| March 2013 of Race Tech | $5.99 | one-time |


### Bookly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookly-book-tracker/id1085047737)

**Currently charting:** #22 Top Free · Book, #41 Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

This app helps you track your reading habits in real-time, manage your library, and set reading goals. It offers detailed statistics, custom ratings, and ambient sounds to enhance your reading experience and build a consistent reading habit.

**Highlights:** Real-time reading timer, Detailed reading statistics, Custom book ratings, Book library management, Reading goals and reminders, Character tracking, Readathon tracking

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Pro Family Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro 50% OFF | $14.99 | per year |
| Six Months of Pro | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Pro 30% OFF | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro (50% OFF 1st year trial) | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro 20% OFF | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro Family Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| 10 extra reading days | $0.99 | one-time |
| A handful of Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| A big bag of Diamonds | $2.99 | one-time |
| A chest of Diamonds | $5.99 | one-time |
| Bookly Pro | $79.99 | one-time |
| Bookly Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for tracking reading progress
- 🚀 Motivates users to read more
- 📊 Provides detailed reading statistics
- 💡 Allows adding quotes, thoughts, and new words
- 👍 User-friendly interface and design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for many features
- 🔒 Limited functionality in free version
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Difficulty finding/adding some books
- 🔢 Limit on number of books that can be added

**Reported bugs**

- Reading sessions not always accurately recorded
- Inconsistencies in page count/progress tracking
- Syncing issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete/edit books
- Option to track audiobook progress
- Sync reading progress across devices
- More customization options
- Integration with other reading apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Race Tech free?

Race Tech costs $6.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Bookly free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Race Tech or Bookly?

Bookly is rated higher. Race Tech averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Bookly averages 4.6 from 62K ratings.

### Do Race Tech or Bookly have ads?

Bookly shows ads; Race Tech does not.

### Which is updated more often, Race Tech or Bookly?

Race Tech ships an update every 12 months, and Bookly monthly. Most recently, Race Tech was updated on October 7, 2026 and Bookly on October 18, 2026.

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