illumiBook vs Book
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
illumiBook
This app enhances the reading experience by blending physical books with digital media, aiding literacy development and comprehension. It offers synchronized reading features and supports museum and gallery tours, making digital devices complementary to real-world exploration.
- Synchronized audio-assisted reading
- Enhanced comprehension with physical books
- Digital media integration with printed pages
- Literacy support for young children
- Museum, gallery, and street tours
- Focus on real-world engagement
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illumiBook provides a platform to help readers discover the enjoyment of real books while providing content owners the ability to blend digital media with the printed page. Designed to help young children with literacy challenges; others to choose a real book without loosing the advantages of digital; while also delivering a platform for museum, gallery and street tours. illumiBook helps the user experience the real world where the mobile phone or tablet becomes enablers of entertainment and education, not destinations in themselves. The research behind illumiBook For those that want proven reasons to try illumiBook, there is science, not just ideology, behind our designs and objectives. Weβre always on the lookout for ways to enhance the reading experience, especially for those that find reading a challenge. Iβm excited therefore to share some of the research in language and literacy psychology that highlights the unique advantages of our platform. While some of these benefits might already be familiar to you, we have recently updated our FAQ page to make it easier to discover the research behind our platform. Hereβs why we believe illumiBook matters: 1. Enhanced Comprehension with Physical Books: Research continues to show that reading from a physical book leads to better comprehension and knowledge retention compared to digital devices. Itβs a simple yet powerful way to make the most out of your reading time. 2. Beyond βEar-Readingβ: While audiobooks, at times referred to as βear-readingβ, are a popular choice β thanks to platforms like Audible, Apple and others β research shows that the benefits of traditional reading surpass those of simply listening. This highlights the unique value of illumiBook. 3. The Power of Synchronised Reading: One of the most exciting findings is the benefit of reading along with a book while itβs being read aloud. This method, known as Audio-Assisted Reading, has been shown to significantly improve comprehension, especially for children with learning difficulties or individuals learning a new language. Weβre proud to showcase how illumiBook not only brings the joy of reading to life but also amplifies learning and comprehension through our unique blend of physical books and synchronised audio. Using digital devices as aids rather than the destination. The research underscores that our approach offers substantial advantages over digital reading methods, particularly in enhancing focus and retaining information. While audiobooks will always have their place, illumiBook offers a richer, more immersive reading experience. Personally, Iβve often found my focus drifting off while listening to an audiobook, only to realise Iβve missed entire sections. Our synchronised reading approach helps keep you fully engaged with a physical book in your hands, ensuring you donβt miss a thing. Explore the research and see for yourself how illumiBook is transforming the reading experience. The most important thing is help with the reading experience; whether this be digital, audio or physical. Reading regularly and frequently is what matters. We believe here at illumiBook Publishing that for those that need a little help, thereβs illumiBook. Visit our FAQ page on our website to learn more! Or just download a free copy of the app to your iPhone or iPad and try with one of the books in our library. You might join our growing list of users that discovered how good and easy it is to help young minds develop the love of reading. Reading is one of life's great pleasures. Whether you're a child, a student, or an adult, there's nothing quite like getting lost in a good book. However, sometimes words and pictures just aren't enough. Sometimes, you want to go deeper, to learn more, to explore the world beyond the page. That's where illumiBook comes in.
Book
This app supports multiple ebook formats and comics, allowing you to read them directly from your device without conversion. It includes features for tracking reading progress, taking notes, highlighting text, and translating passages. You can also listen to text-based books aloud and set daily reading goals to build a consistent habit.
- Supports 9 ebook and comic formats
- Reads books aloud with text-to-speech
- Built-in translation for passages
- Reading tracker with stats and goals
- Note-taking and highlighting
- Opens files from various sources
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Book opens the ebooks you already own and turns reading into a habit. One app for EPUB, MOBI, AZW3, FB2, PDF, TXT, DOCX, RTF and CBZ comics, with a reading tracker, text to speech and translation built in. OPENS WHAT OTHER READERS CAN'T β’ 9 formats: EPUB, FB2, PDF, TXT, MOBI, AZW3, RTF, DOCX and CBZ comics β’ Add books from the Files app, iCloud Drive, AirDrop, Mail, Safari or any app with Share β’ No conversion, no account, no upload. Books stay on your device and open offline READ YOUR WAY β’ Font, text size, spacing, light and dark themes β’ Your place is saved in every book β’ Hold any word to highlight it or leave a note LISTEN WHEN YOU CAN'T READ β’ Text to speech reads text-based books aloud, so the story goes on while you cook, commute or rest your eyes HIGHLIGHTS, NOTES & QUOTES β’ Save the best lines and keep notes for each book β’ Share quotes as cards ready for Instagram and Stories TRANSLATE ANY PASSAGE β’ Tap a word or a paragraph to translate it without leaving the page. Read in the original without a dictionary A READING TRACKER THAT MOTIVATES β’ Minutes, pages and sessions counted automatically while you read β’ Books finished this week, month and year, hours read, longest session β’ A forecast of how many books you will finish at your current pace β’ Weekly report and reading calendar BUILD A DAILY HABIT β’ Set a daily goal in minutes and keep your streak alive β’ A gentle reminder at the time you choose β’ Achievements and shareable recaps PAPER BOOKS COUNT TOO β’ Add a paper book, start the reading timer and log pages, no file needed WIDGETS & SIRI β’ Home Screen widgets: today's goal, achievements and continue reading β’ "Continue reading in Book" opens your page. Start or stop the reading timer with Siri and Shortcuts BOOK PRO Book is free to download. The free version holds up to 5 books. Book Pro removes the limit and unlocks read aloud, translation, extra fonts and themes, and full stats with monthly and yearly views, reading calendar and pace. Choose a monthly or yearly subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period and are managed in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://appassistance.services/book/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://appassistance.services/book/privacy/ Finish the books you already have. Download Book and start reading today.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: illumiBook at none against Book's 5. illumiBook also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Book sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. illumiBook asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | illumiBook | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free β better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 β better | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | AppSherpas Limited | Artem Dorozhkin |
Customer experience
illumiBook
Book
In-app purchases
illumiBook
No in-app purchases
Book
- Book Pro Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Book Pro Monthly$4.991 Month
- Book Pro Yearly$24.991 Year
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- Book Pro Annual1 Year trial$24.991 Year
- Book Pro Lifetime$34.99









