Pages Read vs BookPods
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pages Read
This app helps you read more by tracking your progress and daily goals. It offers a private and simple way to log reading sessions and build consistent habits over time. Data is stored securely on your device or via iCloud sync.
- Track pages read
- Set daily reading goals
- Log reading sessions quickly
- Monitor reading habits over time
- Optional iCloud sync
- Private and ad-free experience
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Pages Read — Read More, Your Way A quieter way to build a reading habit. Pages Read is a private reading tracker for people who love books and want to read more, without pressure, competition, or distractions. Track your reading, capture your thoughts, and make steady progress through your books. No social feeds, no rankings, no unnecessary noise. Just you and your reading. Make every page count • Track books, short stories, and other reading. • Log pages read and time spent reading. • Set a daily reading goal and follow your progress. • Use the reading timer to stay focused. • Save book notes, session notes, and memorable quotes. • Explore your reading history and see how your habits develop. Build a reading habit, gently Optional reading reminders help you return to your books. They adapt to your reading activity and automatically pause after seven days without a new reading session. No guilt. No pressure. Just a friendly reminder when you need one. Your reading stays yours Pages Read is designed around privacy. Your reading data is stored on your device. With PRO, you can synchronize your reading history across your Apple devices using your personal iCloud account. There are no social feeds, public profiles, or advertisements. More ways to read with Pages Read PRO PRO adds tools to help you plan your reading and stay on track: • iCloud Sync: Keep your reading data synchronized across Apple devices. • Finish-by goals: Set a target date for completing a book. • Reading pace: See how many pages you need to read each day to finish on time. • Smart book reminders: Get personalized reminders about the book you're reading, including your daily reading pace when available. • Reading timer reminders: Choose a timed alert or use Stay on track. Free to read, optional to upgrade The core reading tracker remains available without a subscription. Track your books, log reading sessions, save notes, set goals, and use general reading reminders for free. PRO supports the continued development of Pages Read while keeping the experience private, independent, and free from advertising. Subscription information Pages Read PRO is an optional, automatically renewing annual subscription. • Subscription: Pages Read PRO • Duration: 1 year • Price: $14.99 per year in the United States (prices may vary by country or region) Payment is charged to your Apple Account upon confirmation. Your subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the current period expires. You can manage or cancel your subscription through your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1thmuXpWDhDo_AfiByTuvAMmda2wX8UXSiGF4aXFMBqk/edit?tab=t.0 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
BookPods
This app helps you build reading habits through mindful tracking, goal setting, and visual progress. Connect with a small group for accountability and share reading sessions without noisy social feeds.
- Mindful page and timer tracking
- Daily goal setting (minutes/pages)
- Visual progress calendar heat map
- Library organization (Currently Reading, Want to Read, Finished)
- Private 'Pods' for small groups
- Real-time reading session sharing
- Focused emoji reactions and comments
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BookPods is the reading tracker that actually stays out of your way. Designed with a premium, minimalist aesthetic, BookPods helps you turn reading into a ritual. Whether you're tracking solo progress or connecting with a small group for accountability, every interaction is crafted for focus. SOLO READING, SIMPLIFIED - Mindful Tracking: Start a timer to get in the zone, or log pages manually. - Goal Setting: Set daily targets in minutes or pages to build lasting habits. - Visual Progress: See your history in a beautiful calendar heat map. - Your Library: Organize your books by status: Currently Reading, Want to Read, or Finished. BOOK PODS: PRIVATE BY DESIGN - Small Groups: Create private "Pods" for your inner circle—family, friends, or a dedicated book club. - Real-Time Motivation: Share your reading sessions automatically and celebrate wins together. - Engage with Focus: No noisy social feeds. Just simple emoji reactions and comments that matter. - Stay Accountable: See what your Pod is reading and help each other hit your goals. NO NOISE. JUST BOOKS. BookPods respects your attention. There are no public feeds, no complex analytics, and no complicated gamification. Just you, your books, and the people who inspire you to read more.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BookPods at none against Pages Read's 1. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Pages Read sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. BookPods asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 1.0 for Pages Read against 1.0 for BookPods. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.
Pages Read ships an update every 8 days, BookPods every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pages Read | BookPods |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Stefan van Dierendonck | Nathaniel Lyman |
In-app purchases
Pages Read
- Pages Read PRO$14.991 Year
BookPods
No in-app purchases









