Lenguard vs Auribook
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lenguard
Embark on a dark fantasy adventure where you play as a magical entity bestowing gifts upon strangers in a world ruled by monsters. Uncover mysteries and make choices that shape the fate of those you bless.
- Interactive narrative
- Fantasy world exploration
- Character choices
- Monster encounters
- Uncover mysteries
- Multiple character paths
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Warning: Mature, dark, unhappy ending for some By the creators of Timecrest—Apple’s Best of 2015 and NYTimes recommended. * * * A new adventure awaits. I have visited so many worlds and I want to show you them all. Though I’m afraid this one isn’t a vacation destination. A part of me doesn’t want to expose you to this particular world, even though you’re strong. While this place has tons of new and beautiful sights to see, I've found it is also dreary and horrifying at times. Not to mention, it’s far from the world you know and what you’re used to, so I wouldn’t mind it if you skipped out. But for selfish reasons, I’m glad you’re here. I do need your help with Lenguard and I’m beyond curious to see what you can do. Your powers are perhaps the only thing that will make a difference. So if you do choose to visit this place, it would be…a personal favor to me. :) If you don’t know me yet, just know that I believe in you. Of course, things still may not go our way even with your abilities. Though, since it’s you, I always have hope that fate can be changed. -C * * * Coffee Intensity rating: Dark Roast More than a book. Be a part of this epic fantasy. The universe works in mysterious ways, and it has brought you here for a reason. Lenguard is a horror fantasy where you have become a magical entity known as an Eon with the ability to bless people with wondrous, coveted gifts in this cold, rainy world ruled by vicious, titanic monsters known as Arks. You will meet four strangers who appear to be randomly thrown together. Will one become your favorite or will you find them unworthy of your blessings once you get to know them? That’s not all. Nothing good comes for free, not in Lenguard. In exchange for these gifts, they will be tasked with the goal of reaching the White Veil. In a world where few live beyond 30, those you have blessed hope that the Veil will be their ticket out of this cruel world. But does something sinister await? Everything is not as random as it may seem. What is the White Veil? Who is the enigmatic “C” character that seems to imply he knows you? As you read, your true role and those you have blessed will be revealed. Who will you bless? • Lenguard Valdor — 14, Male, Natural; wind-based magic • Victor Randel — 41, Male, Natural; illusion-based magic • Rela — 13, Female, Natural; water-based magic • Soonareleiyou Endelmyionne — Age unknown, Female, Eonnite; light- and dark-based magic Make your choice, and curl into your reading chair and see how the rest of the story unfolds. What moments and memories will you give to light up their lives in a dark world? But if you're going to stay for a happy ending, just cover your eyes and your ears before then. In this world, it's best not to have— * * * Lenguard is a standalone story set in the Timecrest Universe. Enjoy it on its own, or try Timecrest for a deeper look at the lore that binds these stories together.
Auribook
Listen to audiobooks and podcasts directly on your Apple Watch. Access a library of public domain classics or connect to your own server for offline playback. Enjoy seamless syncing and a private listening experience.
- Offline audiobook and podcast playback
- Public domain audiobook library
- Connect to Audiobookshelf server
- Progress syncing
- Watch face complications
- Sleep timer
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Auribook is a focused, standalone Apple Watch app for listening to audiobooks, podcasts, and relaxing sounds on the go. Discover and download classic public domain audiobooks right from your watch, no server required. Or connect your own library through Audiobookshelf, OneDrive, Google Drive, or Dropbox to browse, download, and listen offline — directly from Apple Watch. Google Drive and Dropbox support are currently in beta. They are available for testing and everyday use, but some files, formats, or account setups may not work perfectly yet. OneDrive and Audiobookshelf are the recommended options if you want the most stable experience. Why you will love it * Robust offline playback: Download reliably to Apple Watch for runs, commutes, flights, sleep, and phone-free moments. * Multiple library sources: Connect Audiobookshelf, OneDrive, Google Drive, or Dropbox and bring your own audiobooks to your wrist. * Public domain library: Browse a growing collection of free classics across multiple languages, with curated lists and new titles added regularly. * Podcasts: Browse shows and episodes, filter for unplayed items, sort your feed, and download episodes for offline listening. * Ambient sounds: Play relaxing nature sounds and noise colors such as rain, fireplace, white noise, pink noise, and brown noise. * Complications: Add Auribook to your watch face for quick controls, jump back to your last title, or see progress at a glance. * Audiobookshelf syncing: Start on your watch and continue elsewhere. Progress stays in sync with your Audiobookshelf server. * Sleep timer: Set a timer to pause audiobooks, podcasts, or ambient sounds automatically. * Direct connection: Point Auribook to your Audiobookshelf server URL or connect a supported cloud provider and enjoy your library on your terms. * Private by design: No analytics, no tracking, no third parties. Your listening stays with you. * Simple setup: Connect once, then get straight to your books. Built with the community in mind Auribook started as a contribution to the open-source Audiobookshelf ecosystem and has grown into a flexible phone-free listening app for Apple Watch. Requirements * Public domain library access is available via an optional in-app purchase. * Cloud provider access for Audiobookshelf, OneDrive, Google Drive, and Dropbox is available via a one-time in-app purchase. * Google Drive and Dropbox are currently beta features. * For Audiobookshelf libraries: access to your own Audiobookshelf server and a valid server URL. * For cloud libraries: a valid OneDrive, Google Drive, or Dropbox account. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Auribook at Free against Lenguard's $12.99. Auribook also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). Lenguard's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (31 vs 1). On ads 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
Auribook is free to download; Lenguard costs $12.99 up front. Auribook sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 3 months. Lenguard asks for nothing beyond the download.
Auribook holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lenguard has 31 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Lenguard ships an update every 5 months, Auribook every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lenguard | Auribook |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $12.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.4 (31 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 31 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free with in-app purchases — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 65 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sneaky Crab, Inc. | Jonas Minke |
Customer experience
Lenguard
Auribook
In-app purchases
Lenguard
No in-app purchases
Auribook
- Premium Catalog$1.993 Months
- Cloud Providers$1.99









