# Offshelf vs Bookadoro

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Offshelf at none against Bookadoro's 4. Offshelf also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bookadoro sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Offshelf asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Offshelf | Bookadoro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookadoro-reading-timer/id6762222761/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 32 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Austin Burgard](https://appshunter.io/developer/1873884621) | [Loki Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1611065671) |

## What reviewers say

### Offshelf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/offshelf-focus-reading-timer/id6758603256)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Bookadoro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookadoro-reading-timer/id6762222761)

This app combines a Pomodoro timer with a reading tracker to help users build a consistent reading habit. It logs reading sessions, tracks progress, and offers features like streaks, book organization, and social challenges to make reading more engaging.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro timer for focused reading, Reading habit streak counter, Organized book library (Reading, Finished, Want to Read), Friend challenges and leaderboards, Book club functionality, Weekly reading challenges, Detailed reading statistics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bookadoro Plus | $0.99 | per month |
| Bookadoro Plus - Yearly | $5.99 | per year |
| 3 Streak Shields | $0.99 | one-time |
| Stats Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Offshelf free?

Offshelf is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bookadoro free?

Bookadoro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Offshelf or Bookadoro have ads?

Neither Offshelf nor Bookadoro shows ads.

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