Comparison

BookLock vs Offshelf

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

Head to head
About

BookLock

Features
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BookLock transforms your device into a tool for better reading habits by helping you trade mindless scrolling for focused, distraction-free reading. Instead of losing time to social media, turn your screen time into meaningful reading sessions and build a habit that lasts. FEATURES Swap Screen Time for Reading Time: Lock distracting apps while you read and reclaim your time for books. Set reading goals and stay on track without interruptions. Customizable Reading Sessions: Set timed reading goals and let BookLock guide you. Whether it’s a quick 10-minute session or an hour-long deep dive, smart timers and reminders keep you accountable. Track Your Reading Progress: Monitor pages read, session duration, and focus levels with real-time analytics. Earn a Focus Score based on your consistency and engagement. Effortless Library Management: Scan book barcodes or search titles to track your reading list. Organize books with intuitive filters like Not Started, In Progress, and Completed. Widgets & Smart Reminders: Stay motivated with iOS 17 Dynamic Island and Home Screen widgets. Get reading session reminders and real-time progress updates. Minimalist, Immersive Design: A clean, distraction-free UI with dynamic animations and inspiring quotes designed to enhance your reading experience. Upgrade with BookLock Premium: Unlock advanced tracking, customize your Distraction Shield, and sync your progress across devices with iCloud. Make Every Minute Count: Stop wasting screen timeβ€”start investing it in books. Download BookLock today and turn your phone into the ultimate reading companion! Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy: https://booklockapp.com/privacy

About

Offshelf

This app automatically tracks your reading time and progress by detecting when your phone is face-down. Easily import your library, set goals, and earn badges to build a consistent reading habit. All your data is stored locally for privacy.

Highlights
  • Automatic flip-to-read timer
  • Manual timer option
  • Barcode scanner for book addition
  • Goodreads library import
  • Reading streaks and badges
  • Daily and yearly reading goals
  • Detailed reading statistics
Features
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Offshelf is the reading tracker that gets you off your phone and into your book. Place your phone face-down to start a session. Pick it up when you're done. Your reading time, pages, and streaks are tracked automatically. Import your entire library from Goodreads with a single CSV upload. Set daily and yearly reading goals. Earn badges as you build your habit. Watch your stats grow over time. HOW IT WORKS 1. Add a book by scanning its barcode or searching by title 2. Flip your phone face-down to start reading (or use the manual timer) 3. Pick up your phone when you're done β€” your session is logged automatically 4. Track your pages, set goals, and watch your reading habit take shape FEATURES β€’ Flip-to-read β€” a distraction-free reading timer that keeps your phone out of the way β€’ Manual timer β€” for reading on a Kindle, in bed, or anywhere the flip doesn't work β€’ Barcode scanner β€” add books instantly β€’ Goodreads import β€” bring your full reading history β€’ Reading streaks β€” build consistency day by day β€’ Badges and milestones β€” celebrate your progress β€’ Daily and yearly goals β€” stay motivated β€’ Detailed stats β€” pages, time, sessions, pace, and more β€’ Shareable cards β€” show off when you finish a book PRIVATE BY DESIGN Offshelf stores everything on your device. No account required. No servers. No data collection. We don't know what you're reading β€” and we never will. Your reading life is yours alone.

Screenshots

BookLock4 screens
Offshelf4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Offshelf at none against BookLock's 3. Offshelf also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. BookLock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Offshelf asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences Β· 3 level
BookLock versus Offshelf: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBookLockOffshelf
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
Monetizationβ€”Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS18.015.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size18 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRuvixAustin Burgard

In-app purchases

3 purchases

BookLock

Subscriptions3
  • GymLock Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • BookLock Pro Annual$9.991 Year
  • BookLock Pro Annual3 Days trial$39.991 Year
None

Offshelf

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BookLock free?
BookLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Offshelf free?
Offshelf is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BookLock or Offshelf have ads?
BookLock shows ads; Offshelf does not.

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