BookBubble vs AudioBooth
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BookBubble
This app provides a spoiler-free wiki for books, unlocking information chapter by chapter as you read. It also helps you track reading sessions, organize your library, and set reading goals to build a consistent habit.
- Spoiler-free fan wiki
- Chapter-by-chapter entry unlocking
- Reading session tracking
- Ambient reading music
- Customizable book library
- Reading goal setting
- Calendar view of reading habits
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That moment when a quick online search about a character spoils the whole plot of your book. That pain is why we built BookBubble. A fan-powered and spoiler-free Wiki that only unlocks, what you’ve actually read so far. A FAN WIKI THAT CAN'T SPOIL YOU - Look up any character, creature, location, item, or group in your book and only see what you've actually read so far. - Entries unlock chapter by chapter as you read - No more accidentally spoiling yourself while searching online - Contribute while reading and become part of the wiki READING SESSIONS - Track every session you spend in a book. - Log minutes read and chapters finished - Play ambient music while you read - Build a clear picture of your reading habit over time YOUR LIBRARY, YOUR WAY - Organize your books exactly how you read them. - Default Shelves for Currently Reading, TBR, DNF, and Finished - Create and add your own custom collections - Share or hide your shelves on your public profile CALENDAR & READING GOAL - See your reading habit take shape. - A built-in calendar shows exactly which day you read which book - Watch your reading time grow as time goes by - Set a yearly reading goal and track your progress toward it - Set notifications to make reading a habit Built for readers of fantasy, romantasy, and any book with worldbuilding too rich to hold in your head. Download BookBubble and dive into your books, chapter by chapter — spoiler-free.
AudioBooth
This app provides a streamlined iOS experience for managing and listening to your self-hosted audiobook library from Audiobookshelf. Enjoy essential playback controls, offline downloads, and seamless integration with your server.
- Audiobookshelf integration
- Essential playback controls
- Offline downloads
- Progress synchronization
- CarPlay support
- In-app ebook reader
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Your personal audiobook companion for Audiobookshelf. AudioBooth is a streamlined iOS client designed exclusively for Audiobookshelf users who value simplicity and performance. Built with a focus on essential audiobook listening features, AudioBooth delivers a clean, distraction-free experience for your self-hosted audiobook library. Key Features: • Pure Audiobookshelf integration - Connect seamlessly to your personal Audiobookshelf server • Focused audiobook experience - Purpose-built interface optimized for audiobook listening • Essential playback controls - Variable speed, sleep timer with fade out, and chapter navigation • Progress synchronization - Keep your listening progress in sync across devices • Offline downloads - Download audiobooks for listening without an internet connection • Library browsing - Explore your books, authors, series, and collections with filtering options • CarPlay support - Enjoy your audiobooks safely on the road with full CarPlay integration • In-app ebook reader - Read EPUBs and PDFs directly within the app • Multi-connection support - Connect to multiple servers or different accounts • Playback history - Track your complete listening history • Background playback - Continue listening while using other apps • Lock screen controls - Standard media controls on your lock screen • Apple Watch app - Control playback from your wrist • Clean, native design - Intuitive interface that feels at home on iOS AudioBooth focuses on what matters most: enjoying your audiobooks. No unnecessary features, no bloat, just a reliable, efficient way to access your Audiobookshelf library on your iPhone and iPad. Note: AudioBooth requires an existing Audiobookshelf server to function. The app does not include any media content. Learn more about Audiobookshelf at https://audiobookshelf.org --- AudioBooth is an independent client application and is not affiliated with the Audiobookshelf project. By downloading AudioBooth, you agree to Apple's Standard Licensed Application End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BookBubble at none against AudioBooth's 4. BookBubble also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 89%). AudioBooth's advantage is chart position (#163 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads 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
Both are free to download. AudioBooth sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. BookBubble asks for nothing beyond the download.
BookBubble ships an update monthly, AudioBooth every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | BookBubble | AudioBooth |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.9 (705 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 89.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 705 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #163 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 60 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Timon Grassl | Jeremy Grenier |
Customer experience
BookBubble
AudioBooth
In-app purchases
BookBubble
No in-app purchases
AudioBooth
- Supporter$0.991 Month
- Buy Me a Coffee$2.99
- Buy Me Lunch$4.99
- Buy Me Dinner$9.99









