# BorrowBox vs Dudley Editions

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BorrowBox at none against Dudley Editions's 27. BorrowBox also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 weeks) and ratings volume (865 vs 1). Dudley Editions's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dudley Editions sells 26 one-off in-app purchases. BorrowBox asks for nothing beyond the download.

Dudley Editions holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BorrowBox has 865 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

BorrowBox ships an update every 6 days, Dudley Editions every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BorrowBox | Dudley Editions |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (865 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/borrowbox/id562843562/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dudley-editions/id6459789742/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **865** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 76.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#91** | — |
| Size | 165 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bolinda digital](https://appshunter.io/developer/562843565) | [Dudley Editions LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1701932189) |

## What reviewers say

### BorrowBox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/borrowbox/id562843562)

**Currently charting:** #91 Top Free · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)

Access a vast digital library of eAudiobooks, eBooks, eMagazines, and eNewspapers from your local library. Browse, borrow, and enjoy content on any device with seamless syncing and personalized features.

**Highlights:** Borrow eAudiobooks, eBooks, eMagazines, eNewspapers, All library formats in one app, Read and listen directly in the app, Curated collections and themes, Multi-language browsing, Automatic new issue downloads, Cross-device syncing, Adjustable playback speed and sleep timer

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient access to books
- 💡 Free service through local library
- 🎧 Great for audiobooks
- 📚 Wide selection of books

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Long wait times for popular books
- 🔍 Limited search and filtering options
- 🔖 Lack of bookmark/progress tracking features
- 🔋 Battery drain issues
- 🐛 App crashes and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after recent update
- Loses reading progress when switching devices
- Night mode issues with invisible text
- Audiobook controls not working with Bluetooth
- Inconsistent behavior when using sleep timer

**Requested features**

- Add a wishlist or reading list feature
- Improve search and filtering capabilities
- Implement bookmark/progress tracking for audiobooks
- Integrate with Apple CarPlay for safer driving
- Add user reviews and ratings for books


### Dudley Editions

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dudley-editions/id6459789742)

Create personalized audiobooks using your own voice or the voices of loved ones. Bridge distances and generations by bringing treasured stories to life for children and family. Share cherished narratives in a unique and meaningful way.

**Highlights:** Personalized audiobooks, Use your own voice, Record loved ones' voices, Bridge generational gaps, Share stories remotely, Bespoke audio versions

**In-app purchases (26)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| This Is a Good Spot | $1.99 | one-time |
| Room in the Roost | $1.99 | one-time |
| Nursery Rhymes for Bedtimes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Johnny Crow's Garden | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mildred Moo & the Moon | $2.99 | one-time |
| Chester Waits (sort of) | $2.99 | one-time |
| The Littlest Cowboy | $2.99 | one-time |
| Olive Finds a Way | $2.99 | one-time |
| The Night Before Thanksgiving | $2.99 | one-time |
| Shake | $2.99 | one-time |
| The Fox and the Wolf | $2.99 | one-time |
| Лисицата и вълкът | $2.99 | one-time |
| Makoma | $2.99 | one-time |
| 马科马 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ludlow Ted & the Pirate | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ludlow Ted And The Dinosaurs | $2.99 | one-time |
| Whispering Jack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Stay With Me | $3.99 | one-time |
| Petrichor | $3.99 | one-time |
| Tempus Fugit | $3.99 | one-time |
| Chosen Family | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Buried Moon | $3.99 | one-time |
| Hansel and Gretel | $3.99 | one-time |
| The Wishing Stone | $4.99 | one-time |
| The Red Room | $5.99 | one-time |
| The Spectre Bridegroom | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BorrowBox free?

BorrowBox is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Dudley Editions free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BorrowBox or Dudley Editions?

Dudley Editions is rated higher. BorrowBox averages 4.7 out of 5 from 865 ratings, while Dudley Editions averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do BorrowBox or Dudley Editions have ads?

Neither BorrowBox nor Dudley Editions shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BorrowBox or Dudley Editions?

BorrowBox ships an update every 6 days, and Dudley Editions every 5 weeks. Most recently, BorrowBox was updated on October 19, 2026 and Dudley Editions on October 12, 2026.

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