# Readfeed vs Bookly

The clearest difference is rating: Bookly at 4.6 against Readfeed's 3.8. Bookly also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 57%) and ratings volume (62K vs 9). Readfeed's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 17) and ads (none vs shown). On price and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bookly sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Readfeed asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bookly holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bookly has 62K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Readfeed's written reviews are positive against 84% of Bookly's.

Readfeed ships an update every 6 weeks, Bookly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Readfeed | Bookly |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readfeed/id728138458/reviews) | **[4.6 (62K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookly-book-tracker/id1085047737/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **62K** |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **83.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#19** |
| Size | 65 MB | 475 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Readfeed, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/622344161) | [TwoDoor Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/863075057) |

## What reviewers say

### Readfeed

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readfeed/id728138458)

Connect with fellow readers to discuss books, track your reading progress, and build a virtual bookshelf. Discover what others are reading and engage in lively conversations about your favorite titles.

**Highlights:** Track reading progress, Create virtual bookshelves, Engage in book discussions, Search books by title, author, ISBN, or barcode, Follow other readers, See community reading activity

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Bookly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookly-book-tracker/id1085047737)

**Currently charting:** #19 Top Free · Book, #39 Top Grossing · Book (US App Store)

This app helps you track your reading habits in real-time, manage your library, and set reading goals. It offers detailed statistics, custom ratings, and ambient sounds to enhance your reading experience and build a consistent reading habit.

**Highlights:** Real-time reading timer, Detailed reading statistics, Custom book ratings, Book library management, Reading goals and reminders, Character tracking, Readathon tracking

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Pro Family Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro 50% OFF | $14.99 | per year |
| Six Months of Pro | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Yearly Pro 30% OFF | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro (50% OFF 1st year trial) | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro 20% OFF | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Pro Family Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| 10 extra reading days | $0.99 | one-time |
| A handful of Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| A big bag of Diamonds | $2.99 | one-time |
| A chest of Diamonds | $5.99 | one-time |
| Bookly Pro | $79.99 | one-time |
| Bookly Pro Lifetime | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for tracking reading progress
- 🚀 Motivates users to read more
- 📊 Provides detailed reading statistics
- 💡 Allows adding quotes, thoughts, and new words
- 👍 User-friendly interface and design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for many features
- 🔒 Limited functionality in free version
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Difficulty finding/adding some books
- 🔢 Limit on number of books that can be added

**Reported bugs**

- Reading sessions not always accurately recorded
- Inconsistencies in page count/progress tracking
- Syncing issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to delete/edit books
- Option to track audiobook progress
- Sync reading progress across devices
- More customization options
- Integration with other reading apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Readfeed free?

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

### Is Bookly free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Readfeed or Bookly?

Bookly is rated higher. Readfeed averages 3.8 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while Bookly averages 4.6 from 62K ratings.

### Do Readfeed or Bookly have ads?

Bookly shows ads; Readfeed does not.

### Which is updated more often, Readfeed or Bookly?

Readfeed ships an update every 6 weeks, and Bookly monthly. Most recently, Readfeed was updated on September 26, 2026 and Bookly on October 15, 2026.

---

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