Best Audio Books For Free Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Out of 248+ audio books for free apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Audio Books For Free Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooksAudiobooks.com: Get audiobooksFree4.7★ (66K)NoYesNov 2026
2Chirp AudiobooksChirp AudiobooksFree4.8★ (90K)NoNoNov 2026
3FreeAudiobooks: Listen NowFreeAudiobooks: Listen NowFree4.6★ (465)YesYesOct 2026
4Audible: Audiobooks & PodcastsAudible: Audiobooks & PodcastsFree4.9★ (5.6M)NoYesNov 2026
5Hoopla: Your Library AnywhereHoopla: Your Library AnywhereFree4.8★ (1.4M)NoNoNov 2026
6Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.6★ (135K)NoNoNov 2026
7Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.9M)NoNoNov 2026
8LibriVox AudiobooksLibriVox AudiobooksFree4.8★ (33K)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Audio Books For Free

Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooks#1

Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooks by Storytel Audiobooks USA LLC

Listen to novels
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.7😊(66K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#18in Books
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Simple to use
  • 🚀 Great selection of books
  • 💡 Useful features like sleep timer and playback speed
  • 👍 Seamless experience across devices
  • 🚀 Fast downloads
  • 👍 Intuitive app interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Issues with bookmarking and navigation
  • 🐛 Occasional playback issues and loss of progress
  • 💰 Relatively expensive credits/subscription
  • 🐛 Confusing VIP book selection
Chirp Audiobooks#2

Chirp Audiobooks by Pubmark Inc.

Audio without Subscriptions
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.8😊(90K ratings)
Free
#41in Books
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Discover and purchase audiobooks without a monthly subscription. Access daily deals on bestsellers starting at $1, plus hundreds of free titles. Download or stream your purchased audiobooks for offline listening.

What We Love

  • 💰 Affordable audiobooks
  • 📚 Good selection of books
  • 🔍 Easy to browse and find books
  • 🎧 Convenient for listening while doing other tasks
  • 🤝 Helpful customer service

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App stability issues (crashes, losing place in books)
  • 🔍 Difficult to manage/organize large library
  • 🚫 Lack of features (no CarPlay support, no bookmarks)
  • 🇨🇦 Limited availability in certain regions
FreeAudiobooks: Listen Now#3

FreeAudiobooks: Listen Now by Quillbound Studios Ltd

Escape into addictive stories
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.6(465 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#18in Books
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Access a vast library of modern audio stories across various genres for free. Save, download, and listen offline to romances, thrillers, dramas, and mysteries. Discover new favorites with curated recommendations and enjoy smooth playback anywhere.

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FAQ about Audio Books For Free

What are the best audio books for free apps for iPhone?
Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooks tops our audio books for free apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 66K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooks has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 248+ audio books for free apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.