# BookWorm vs ReadXP

The clearest difference is ratings volume: BookWorm at 6 against ReadXP's 1. On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BookWorm sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and ReadXP sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReadXP holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BookWorm has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BookWorm | ReadXP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookworm-reading-tracker/id6761390761/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readxp-library-and-book-tracker/id6775288284/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 27 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.2 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adam Markocki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1859270013) | [BARBAROS UZUNKOPRU](https://appshunter.io/developer/6775288286) |

## What reviewers say

### BookWorm

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookworm-reading-tracker/id6761390761)

This app helps you build a consistent reading habit by tracking books, ebooks, and audiobooks. Set daily goals, maintain streaks, and organize your library. It offers gentle reminders and progress insights to encourage more reading.

**Highlights:** Daily reading goals (pages/minutes), Reading streak tracking, Log print books, ebooks, and audiobooks, Organize library (Reading, To Read, Finished), Reading timer, Monthly progress recaps, Shareable reading stats

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| An espresso | $2.99 | one-time |
| Coffee & croissant | $4.99 | one-time |
| A week of coffee | $9.99 | one-time |


### ReadXP

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readxp-library-and-book-tracker/id6775288284)

Transform reading into an engaging RPG experience. Log books, earn XP, unlock achievements, and build a personalized digital library. Enjoy detailed stats and offline functionality for a private reading journey.

**Highlights:** Gamified reading experience with XP and leveling, Extensive book logging with custom shelves, Unlockable badges, streaks, and quests, Detailed reading statistics and data visualization, Offline functionality and local data storage, Optional RPG elements with virtual currency

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ReadXP Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| ReadXP Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| ReadXP Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BookWorm free?

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

### Is ReadXP free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BookWorm or ReadXP?

ReadXP is rated higher. BookWorm averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while ReadXP averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do BookWorm or ReadXP have ads?

Neither BookWorm nor ReadXP shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BookWorm or ReadXP?

BookWorm ships an update every 9 days, and ReadXP every 9 days. Most recently, BookWorm was updated on November 5, 2026 and ReadXP on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*