Offshelf vs PagePath
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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 — your session is logged automatically 4. Track your pages, set goals, and watch your reading habit take shape FEATURES • Flip-to-read — a distraction-free reading timer that keeps your phone out of the way • Manual timer — for reading on a Kindle, in bed, or anywhere the flip doesn't work • Barcode scanner — add books instantly • Goodreads import — bring your full reading history • Reading streaks — build consistency day by day • Badges and milestones — celebrate your progress • Daily and yearly goals — stay motivated • Detailed stats — pages, time, sessions, pace, and more • Shareable cards — 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 — and we never will. Your reading life is yours alone.
PagePath
Track your reading habits privately and offline. Easily add books by scanning or typing, view detailed stats, set reading goals, and get visual recaps of your progress. Offers a free tier with a limit and a one-time purchase for unlimited access.
- Add books via scan or manual entry
- Detailed reading statistics
- Weekly and monthly reading recaps
- Set and track yearly reading goals
- Offline and private data storage
- Import/export reading library
- Home screen widgets
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PagePath keeps your entire reading life on your phone - private, offline, and subscription-free. ADD BOOKS IN SECONDS Scan the ISBN barcode or type in the author and title. PagePath pulls the cover and details automatically. You can also upload your own cover or add books entirely by hand. YOUR STATS Books finished this month. Pages read this year. All-time totals. Daily reading streaks. WEEKLY & MONTHLY WRAPS A visual recap of your reading - books finished, pages read, genres explored, time spent. Like a year-in-review you can check anytime. Share them or keep them private. SET A GOAL Pick a yearly book target. PagePath tracks your progress and celebrates when you hit it. YOUR DATA, YOUR PHONE Your reading library stays on your device. PagePath does not upload your reading history. Book lookups send only the ISBN, title, or author needed to fetch covers and details. Purchases and referrals use external services, but your library and reading history are not uploaded. SWITCH WITHOUT LOSING ANYTHING Import your existing reading library from CSV. Books, ratings, shelves, and dates carry over. Export your full history anytime as a backup. HOME SCREEN WIDGETS See your current book and reading goal right on your home screen. No need to open the app. TBR ROULETTE Can't decide what to read next? Spin the roulette and let PagePath pick from your to-be-read pile. TIME YOUR SESSIONS Track each reading session. Enter your start and end pages. See how your reading time adds up by day, week, and month. FREE & PRO Your first 25 books are free. A one-time purchase unlocks unlimited books plus monthly and yearly wraps. No subscription. Available in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Turkish, and Chinese.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Offshelf at none against PagePath's 2. On price, review sentiment, ads and device support 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. PagePath sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Offshelf asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Offshelf | PagePath |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Austin Burgard | Andreas Schevzik |
Customer experience
Offshelf
PagePath
In-app purchases
Offshelf
No in-app purchases
PagePath
- PagePath Pro — Lifetime (Special)$4.99
- PagePath Pro — Lifetime$9.99









