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Best Audio Books For Free Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 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 (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (86K)NoNoAug 2026
2Chirp AudiobooksChirp AudiobooksFree4.8★ (87K)NoNoAug 2026
3Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooksAudiobooks.com: Get audiobooksFree4.7★ (65K)NoYesAug 2026
4Audible: Audiobooks & PodcastsAudible: Audiobooks & PodcastsFree4.9★ (5.6M)NoYesAug 2026
5Limitless Books and AudiobooksLimitless Books and AudiobooksFree4.0★ (59)YesNoAug 2026
6FreeAudiobooks: Listen NowFreeAudiobooks: Listen NowFree4.3★ (44)YesYesAug 2026
7Kobo Books & AudiobooksKobo Books & AudiobooksFree4.5★ (27K)NoNoAug 2026
8Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.8M)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Audio Books For Free

Apple Books#1

Apple Books by Apple Inc.

Read, listen, discover.
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.4😐(86K ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Seamless integration across devices
  • 📚 Vast library of books available
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🎧 Exceptional audiobook experience

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Books get deleted from local storage
  • 🐛 Unreliable syncing between devices
  • 🔒 Lack of audio closed captions
Chirp Audiobooks#2

Chirp Audiobooks by Pubmark Inc.

Audio without Subscriptions
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.8😊(87K ratings)
Free
#29in Books
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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.

What We Love

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

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)
Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooks#3

Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooks by Storytel Audiobooks USA LLC

Listen to novels
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.7😊(65K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#19in 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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Issues with bookmarking and navigation
  • 🐛 Occasional playback issues and loss of progress
  • 💰 Relatively expensive credits/subscription

More Audio Books For Free apps to explore

4
Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts
Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts
Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts
Listen to stories you love
Free

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.

Thousands of audiobooks and podcastsExclusive Audible OriginalsOffline listening and downloads
📚 Books
(5.6M)
free with in-app purchases
5
Limitless Books and Audiobooks
Limitless Books and Audiobooks
Limitless Books and Audiobooks
by Patryk Kaflowski
Free

Access a vast collection of free audiobooks and ebooks across numerous genres. Download titles for offline enjoyment and navigate easily through a user-friendly interface. Immerse yourself in high-quality audio stories and literary classics without any cost.

Vast library of audiobooks and ebooksCompletely free accessOffline download functionality
📚 Books
(59)
ad-supported
6
FreeAudiobooks: Listen Now
FreeAudiobooks: Listen Now
FreeAudiobooks: Listen Now
Escape into addictive stories
Free

Access a vast library of free audiobooks across various genres, from romance to thrillers. Download titles for offline listening and enjoy a seamless playback experience. Discover new stories with curated recommendations and regular updates.

15,000+ AudiobooksInstant ListeningPowerful Search
📚 Books
(44)
free with in-app purchases
7
Kobo Books & Audiobooks
Kobo Books & Audiobooks
Kobo Books & Audiobooks
Your eBook library, anywhere
Free

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.

Millions of eBooks and audiobooksCustomizable reading experienceSeamless eBook and audiobook playback
📚 Books
(27K)
free
8
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Read books. Millions of ebooks
Free

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.

Read purchased eBooksAccess Kindle UnlimitedCustomizable text and display
📚 Books
(5.8M)
free with in-app purchases
9
Audiobooks HQ - audio books
Audiobooks HQ - audio books
Audiobooks HQ - audio books
Hands free audiobooks
Free

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.

Large selection of audiobooksFree and premium titlesOn-demand listening
📚 Books
(6.8K)
free with in-app purchases
10
My Books – Unlimited Library
My Books – Unlimited Library
My Books – Unlimited Library
Use your free time to read
Free

Access a vast library of over 50,000 free books and audiobooks across numerous genres. Enjoy a modern, user-friendly interface designed for comfortable reading and listening. Discover classics, explore banned books, and get daily recommendations.

Over 50,000 free books and audiobooksMultiple genres including classics, fantasy, sci-fi, and banned booksAudiobook listening option
📚 Books
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Audiobooks, ebooks, podcasts
Free

Access millions of audiobooks, ebooks, and podcasts with a reading subscription. Enjoy content across devices, online and offline, with customizable features for both reading and listening. Explore diverse genres and bestsellers with flexible monthly plans.

Millions of audiobooks and ebooksOffline accessCross-device compatibility
📚 Books
(27K)
subscription
12
LibriVox Audiobooks
LibriVox Audiobooks
LibriVox Audiobooks
45,000 unlimited audiobooks
Free

Access a vast library of over 45,000 free audiobooks, including classics and bestsellers in over 30 languages. Stream or download titles for offline listening, and organize your favorites into collections.

Unlimited audiobook access45,000+ free titlesStream or download
📚 Books
(33K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Audiobooks Now Audio Books
Audiobooks Now Audio Books
Audiobooks Now Audio Books
Listen to Audiobooks Now
Free

Access a vast library of over 420,000 audiobooks, including bestsellers and thousands of free titles. Download or stream for offline listening, sync across devices, and enjoy features like adjustable playback speed and a sleep timer. Save money with club pricing or everyday low prices.

Download audiobooks for offline listeningStream audiobooks to save spaceSync audiobooks and bookmarks across devices
📚 Books
(425)
free with in-app purchases
14
Libby, the library app
Libby, the library app
Libby, the library app
Library audiobooks and ebooks
Free

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.

Borrow ebooks and audiobooksDownload for offline accessSend ebooks to Kindle
📚 Books
(4.4M)
free
15
BookPlayer
BookPlayer
BookPlayer
Plays M4B/M4A/MP3 audiobooks
Free

This app provides a dedicated listening experience for audiobooks in M4B, M4A, MP3, and FLAC formats. It offers robust import, management, and playback features, including chapter navigation, variable playback speed, and cloud sync for seamless listening across devices.

Import audiobooks via AirDrop, Files, iTunes, servers, and zip filesManage library with progress tracking, sorting, and playlistsAdvanced playback controls including speed, rewind, and volume boost
📚 Books
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Books, Manga, Movies and More
Free

Access a vast digital library of books, comics, movies, music, and more, all within a single application. Stream or download content for free with your library card, enjoying an ad-free experience and features like offline listening and dark mode.

Stream and download contentAd-free experienceAudiobooks and eBooks
📚 Books
(1.4M)
free
17
Absorb - for Audiobookshelf
Absorb - for Audiobookshelf
Absorb - for Audiobookshelf
by Nathan Poulson
Free

This app provides a streamlined mobile experience for listening to audiobooks and podcasts from your self-hosted media server. Enjoy features like offline playback, chapter navigation, and listening statistics. It's a free, open-source solution with no ads or data collection.

Offline listeningChapter navigationSleep timer
📚 Books
(54)
free
18
Evara - Fiction Audio Stories
Evara - Fiction Audio Stories
Evara - Fiction Audio Stories
Romance Fantasies Audiobooks
Free

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.

Growing collection of audio seriesOriginal stories by talented writersExpressive narration and rich sound design
📚 Books
(0)
subscription
19
Audioblio:Audiobooks Listening
Audioblio:Audiobooks Listening
Audioblio:Audiobooks Listening
Listen to Unlimited Books
Free
📚 Books
(0)
20
Радиоспектакли
Радиоспектакли
Радиоспектакли
by European Business Challenge UAB
Free
📚 Books
(0)

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FAQ about Audio Books For Free

What are the best audio books for free apps for iPhone?
Apple Books tops our audio books for free apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 86K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Apple Books has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 248+ audio books for free apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Apple Books is a digital platform for discovering, reading, and listening to a vast collection of books and audiobooks. It offers personalized recommendations, curated collections, and tools to customize your reading experience and track your progress.
You can customize your reading experience by choosing from various reading themes, adjusting font styles and sizes, line height, and letter spacing. The app also offers an Auto-Night Theme for comfortable reading in low light and vertical scrolling options.