# TBR Book Jar vs ReadXP

The clearest difference is update cadence: TBR Book Jar at every 4 days against ReadXP's every 9 days. TBR Book Jar also leads on ratings volume (5 vs 1). ReadXP's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TBR Book Jar sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month 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.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for TBR Book Jar against 5.0 for ReadXP. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TBR Book Jar has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

TBR Book Jar ships an update every 4 days, ReadXP every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TBR Book Jar | ReadXP |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tbr-book-jar-reading-tracker/id6761447804/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readxp-library-and-book-tracker/id6775288284/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 118 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Christopher Mayberry](https://appshunter.io/developer/1390482166) | [BARBAROS UZUNKOPRU](https://appshunter.io/developer/6775288286) |

## What reviewers say

### TBR Book Jar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tbr-book-jar-reading-tracker/id6761447804)

This app helps you decide what to read next with over 190 prompts and a customizable digital bookshelf. Track your reading progress, view stats, and personalize your virtual library.

**Highlights:** 190+ reading prompts, Customizable digital bookshelf, Page progress tracking, Reading timer and speed tracking, Reading stats and goals, Goodreads import, Dark mode support

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly (One-Time Offer) | $3.99 | per month |
| TBR Book Jar Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| TBR Book Jar Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| TBR Book Jar Pro Lifetime | $69.99 | 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 TBR Book Jar free?

TBR Book Jar 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, TBR Book Jar or ReadXP?

TBR Book Jar and ReadXP are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do TBR Book Jar or ReadXP have ads?

Neither TBR Book Jar nor ReadXP shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TBR Book Jar or ReadXP?

TBR Book Jar ships an update every 4 days, and ReadXP every 9 days. Most recently, TBR Book Jar 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.*