# Readnest vs BookBean

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Readnest at none against BookBean's 3. Readnest also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BookBean sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Readnest asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Readnest | BookBean |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 54 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Ferran Espuna](https://appshunter.io/developer/1608027657) | [BookBean Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/6807319120) |

## What reviewers say

### Readnest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readnest-reading-journal/id6778462572)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### BookBean

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookbean-book-tracker/id6807319118)

Organize your personal library with a visual bookshelf, track reading progress, and discover local bookshops. Connect with friends and book clubs to share reading experiences and discuss books chapter by chapter.

**Highlights:** Visual bookshelf creation, Reading session tracking with timer and soundscapes, To-be-read (TBR) list management, Bookshop and library discovery map, Social reading with friends and book clubs, Writing desk for authors, Customizable themes and widgets

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BookBean+ Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| BookBean+ Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| BookBean+ Founding Member | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Readnest free?

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

### Is BookBean free?

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

### Do Readnest or BookBean have ads?

Both Readnest and BookBean show ads.

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