249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Audible is the household name in audio book apps with voiceover, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.9★ (5.6M) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (513K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.9★ (4.4M) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.7★ (9.7K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.8★ (1.4K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.5★ (27K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.9★ (5.8M) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.7★ (65K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
Access a vast library of audiobooks, podcasts, and exclusive originals. Enjoy seamless offline listening, customizable playback, and curated content for entertainment, wellness, and more. Perfect for daily commutes or relaxation.
This app transforms text into spoken word with lifelike voices, reads documents, images, and articles aloud, and offers voice typing. It also features an AI assistant for summarizing and quizzing, and allows for AI podcast creation.
Access millions of free ebooks and audiobooks from your local library. Borrow titles instantly with your library card, download for offline enjoyment, and enjoy a customizable reading and listening experience.
This app transforms any text into realistic, AI-powered audio narration. Listen to books, PDFs, documents, news, and blogs in over 32 languages with natural-sounding voices. Features include text highlighting, bookmarking, and flexible playback speeds.
Access a vast library of audiobooks and podcasts on your mobile device. Download content for offline listening, adjust playback speed, and create personalized lists. Enjoy a convenient way to discover and enjoy stories and information on the go.
Access millions of eBooks and audiobooks with a highly customizable reading experience. Sync your progress across devices and discover new stories with guest browsing. Enjoy features like night mode, text-to-speech, and CarPlay integration.
Access a vast library of eBooks, magazines, and comics on your mobile device. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text, brightness, and page-turning options. Look up words, track progress, and sync across devices.
Access a vast library of audio entertainment, including bestsellers, new releases, and sleep stories. Stream or download titles for offline listening, with personalized recommendations and features like adjustable playback speed and a sleep timer.
Discover, read, and listen to millions of books and audiobooks. Browse curated collections, personalized recommendations, and bestsellers. Customize your reading experience with various themes and settings, and set reading goals to build a habit. Share your library with family.
Access a vast library of premium and free audiobooks, including bestsellers and classics. Listen on demand without subscriptions, with features like adjustable playback speed and a sleep timer. Also includes old-time radio dramas.
Discover and purchase audiobooks at significant discounts, with many titles available for free. This app allows you to stream or download your purchased audiobooks for offline listening, offering a cost-effective way to enjoy a vast library without any subscription fees.
Easily convert text into natural-sounding audio using AI. Choose from a wide range of voices, import various document types, and fine-tune speech for videos, podcasts, and more. Create polished voiceovers without recording equipment.
Access a vast digital library of millions of eBooks, graphic novels, comics, manga, magazines, and audiobooks. Enjoy personalized recommendations, customize your reading and listening experience, and sync content across all your devices. Share your favorite reads with friends and discover free titles.
Discover and listen to a vast library of podcasts that entertain, inform, and inspire. Get personalized recommendations and curated collections to explore new shows. Seamlessly sync your listening progress across all your Apple devices.
Discover immersive audio series across genres like romance and drama. Enjoy original stories with expressive narration and rich sound design, perfect for unwinding or commuting. New content is added regularly to keep your listening fresh.
