Comparison

BookBubble vs Still

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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.

About

Still

This minimalist audio player connects to your private Audiobookshelf server, offering a focused listening experience for audiobooks, ebooks, and podcasts. Enjoy offline downloads, seamless cross-device sync, and a distraction-free interface designed for inward resonance.

Highlights
  • Connect to private Audiobookshelf server
  • Minimalist, distraction-free design
  • Offline downloads for any location
  • Seamless cross-device sync
  • Supports CarPlay and Home Screen widgets
Features
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The name Still is derived from "大音希声" (dà yīn xī shēng) in the Tao Te Ching—a phrase meaning "the greatest sound is silent." Still is a clean, native client for your self-hosted Audiobookshelf library. Listen to audiobooks, read ebooks, follow podcasts, download content for offline use, and keep your listening and reading progress in sync across devices. Audiobooks & Podcasts • Immersive, minimalist playback interface • Real-time cross-device listening progress sync • Download locally for offline listening anytime, anywhere • Up Next queue, continuous uninterrupted playback • Sleep timer, playback speed, and volume boost all at your fingertips • Auto-skip intro and outro to save you time • Home Screen widgets and CarPlay support Ebooks • Supports EPUB, PDF, and CBZ formats • Custom typography (font family, size, and spacing) • Switch freely between multiple reading themes • Bookmarks, highlights, and notes • Real-time cross-device reading progress sync More • Customize home screen sections • OIDC Single Sign-On (SSO) • Custom HTTP Header support • Multiple servers and fast account switching --- Please Note: Still is an independent client for Audiobookshelf and is not affiliated with the Audiobookshelf project. To use Still, you’ll need access to a running, self-hosted Audiobookshelf server. Still doesn’t include audiobooks, ebooks, podcasts, or other content. Learn more on the Audiobookshelf website: https://www.audiobookshelf.org

Screenshots

BookBubble4 screens
Still4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BookBubble at none against Still's 1. BookBubble also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 87%) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). Still's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly) and device support (4 vs 2). On price and 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Still sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BookBubble asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BookBubble ships an update monthly, Still every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
BookBubble versus Still: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBookBubbleStill
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (44 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better87.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—44 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB77 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTimon Grassl统伟 陈

Customer experience

BookBubble

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Still

All ratings44 ratings
Positive95.5%
Neutral4.5%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews63 reviews
Positive87.3%
Neutral3.2%
Negative9.5%

In-app purchases

None

BookBubble

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Still

One-time1
  • Still Supporter$9.99

Questions

Is BookBubble free?
BookBubble is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Still free?
Still is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BookBubble or Still have ads?
Neither BookBubble nor Still shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BookBubble or Still?
BookBubble ships an update monthly, and Still every 11 days. Most recently, BookBubble was updated on October 30, 2026 and Still on November 5, 2026.

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