Comparison

MyShelf vs Booksmark'd

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

Head to head
About

MyShelf

Features
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Add books to your digital library and track the pages you've read. Use a barcode scanner for an easier process. You may purchase an auto-renewing subscription through an In-App Purchase. • Auto-renewable subscription • 1 month ($1.99), 1 year ($19.99) durations. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Booksmark'd

Features
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Booksmark'd is your intelligent personal library—built for readers who want more than just a list. With seamless iCloud syncing, Booksbook'd keeps your collection updated across all your devices, so your books are always with you. Whether you’re a passionate reader, a student, or a casual book lover, this app helps you catalog every book you read, lend, or plan to read—beautifully. Core Features: • iCloud Sync: Your data stays secure, private, and always up-to-date. • Custom Book Entries: Save titles, authors, cover images, and your own notes. • Comments & Reactions: Leave thoughts on each book and see others’ input. • Emoji Reactions: React with expressive icons—beyond just likes and dislikes. • Lending Tracker: Know who you loaned books to and when they’re due. • Reminders & Emails: Send reminders to borrowers directly from the app. • Profile Customization: Add your name, profile image, and personalize your library view. • Dark Mode & Themes: Designed to adapt to your environment and style. Whether you’re growing a digital bookshelf, sharing insights with fellow readers, or simply organizing your literary life, Booksbook'd is the elegant solution you’ve been waiting for.

Screenshots

MyShelf4 screens
Booksmark'd4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Booksmark'd at none against MyShelf's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. MyShelf sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Booksmark'd asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
MyShelf versus Booksmark'd: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyShelfBooksmark'd
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB3 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSerdar Onur KaradagRick Twilling

In-app purchases

2 purchases

MyShelf

Subscriptions2
  • MyShelf Monthly$1.991 Month
  • MyShelf Yearly$19.991 Year
None

Booksmark'd

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MyShelf free?
MyShelf is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Booksmark'd free?
Booksmark'd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MyShelf or Booksmark'd have ads?
Neither MyShelf nor Booksmark'd shows ads.

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