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Best Book Apps For Free

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our book apps for free list covers 249+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Book Apps For Free (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.8M)NoNoAug 2026
2Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (86K)NoNoAug 2026
3FreeBooks: 76,000 Top ReadsFreeBooks: 76,000 Top ReadsFree4.7★ (2.5K)YesYesAug 2026
4Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.4M)NoNoAug 2026
5Wattpad - Read & Write StoriesWattpad - Read & Write StoriesFree4.7★ (706K)YesYesAug 2026
6Goodreads: Book Tracker & MoreGoodreads: Book Tracker & MoreFree4.8★ (742K)NoNoAug 2026
7Barnes & Noble NOOKBarnes & Noble NOOKFree4.7★ (117K)YesNoAug 2026
8Audible: Audiobooks & PodcastsAudible: Audiobooks & PodcastsFree4.9★ (5.6M)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Book Apps For Free

Amazon Kindle: Reading App#1

Amazon Kindle: Reading App by AMZN Mobile LLC

Read books. Millions of ebooks
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.9😊(5.8M ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#4in Books
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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.

What We Love

  • 📚 Huge library of books
  • 📱 Portable and convenient
  • 🔍 Useful features like dictionary lookup and highlighting
  • 🌙 Adjustable reading settings (font, brightness, etc.)

Room to Improve

  • 🛒 Cannot purchase books directly in the app
  • 🗂️ Difficulty organizing and managing large book libraries
  • 🔍 Inconsistent behavior when highlighting/taking notes
Apple Books#2

Apple Books by Apple Inc.

Read, listen, discover.
Strong Contender
📚 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
FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads#3

FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads by Radically Better

World's Largest Free Library
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.7(2.5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#24in Books
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Access a vast digital library with over 76,000 free books across all genres. Discover new titles, personalize your reading experience, and download books for offline enjoyment. Find your next favorite read, from classics to modern bestsellers.

More Book Apps For Free apps to explore

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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
5
Wattpad - Read & Write Stories
Wattpad - Read & Write Stories
Wattpad - Read & Write Stories
Books: reading and writing
Free

Discover and read millions of original stories across diverse genres, or share your own writing with a global community. Connect with fellow readers and writers, build your personal library, and potentially see your work discovered by entertainment companies.

Discover original storiesWrite and share your storiesConnect with readers and writers
📚 Books
(706K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Reviews, lists & reading goals
Free

This app connects you with a vast community of readers to discover new books. Get personalized recommendations, track your reading progress, and see what your friends are enjoying. Scan book barcodes in stores to add them to your wish list and read reviews before you buy.

Personalized book recommendationsReading challenge participationBook cover and barcode scanner
📚 Books
(742K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Barnes & Noble NOOK
Barnes & Noble NOOK
Barnes & Noble NOOK
eBooks, audiobooks, and more
Free

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.

Vast digital libraryPersonalized recommendationsCustomizable reading/listening
📚 Books
(117K)
free with in-app purchases
8
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
9
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
10
GoodNovel - Booktok, Stories
GoodNovel - Booktok, Stories
GoodNovel - Booktok, Stories
Top Trending Romance Novels
Free

Discover a vast collection of web novels across various genres like romance, fantasy, and sci-fi. Read popular stories, explore trending titles, and even become an author to share your own writing dreams. Earn coins through in-app tasks to continue reading.

Vast web novel collectionMultiple book genresTrending and popular titles
📚 Books
(219K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Inkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooks
Inkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooks
Inkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooks
Read Novels & Stories
Free

Access a vast library of romance novels and audiobooks with immersive features like sound effects and text message narratives. Enjoy exclusive stories, new weekly additions, and a vibrant community of readers. Customize your experience and read or listen anytime, anywhere.

Unlimited romance stories and audiobooksImmersive reading with sound effectsExclusive stories from best-selling authors
📚 Books
(282K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Readict - novels and more
Readict - novels and more
Readict - novels and more
Romance & Fanfiction Books
Free

Discover a vast library of addicting novels, from romance to paranormal fiction. Personalized recommendations help you find your next favorite story. Read anytime, anywhere.

Vast novel libraryRomance and fanfiction genresPersonalized recommendations
📚 Books
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Bookly: Book Tracker
Bookly: Book Tracker
Bookly: Book Tracker
Booktok Reading Log
Free

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.

Real-time reading timerDetailed reading statisticsCustom book ratings
📚 Books
(60K)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
15
NovelFlow-Unlimited Books
NovelFlow-Unlimited Books
NovelFlow-Unlimited Books
Read All Stories & Audiobooks
Free

Access a vast library of over 500,000 ebooks and audiobooks, including trending novels and fanfiction. Enjoy offline reading with one-tap downloads and customize your reading experience with adjustable fonts and themes. New chapters are updated daily across a wide range of genres.

500,000+ ebooks and audiobooksOffline reading with downloadsDaily chapter updates
📚 Books
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Fable: Track & Discuss Books
Fable: Track & Discuss Books
Fable: Track & Discuss Books
A modern app for every reader
Free

This app helps you discover, discuss, and track books and TV shows. Set reading goals, view personalized stats, and join or create online clubs to connect with other readers and viewers. Organize your entire reading and watching life.

Track reading and watching listsSet reading goals and streaksView personalized reading stats
📚 Books
(78K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Chirp Audiobooks
Chirp Audiobooks
Chirp Audiobooks
Audio without Subscriptions
Free

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.

Discounted audiobooks starting at $1Hundreds of free audiobooks availableStream or download for offline listening
📚 Books
(87K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Nightstand - Book Tracking App
Nightstand - Book Tracking App
Nightstand - Book Tracking App
Track your TBR & fav reads
Free

Organize your reading life by tracking books you want to read and those you've finished. Add books to your TBR, sort them, and move them to your finished shelf to record ratings and reviews. Easily share book recommendations with friends.

Track 'To Be Read' (TBR) listsRecord ratings and reviews for finished booksSort and search book shelves
📚 Books
(2)
freemium
19
bookFolks: Get Back to Reading
bookFolks: Get Back to Reading
bookFolks: Get Back to Reading
Book tracker for book lovers
Free

Build a consistent reading habit with this app that helps you log books, track progress, and set daily goals. Enjoy a simple, ad-free experience designed to increase your reading time and inspire joy in every page turned.

Log books and reading timeTrack reading streaksSet daily reading goals
📚 Books
(2)
freemium
20
Mukhtasarat مختصرات
Mukhtasarat مختصرات
Mukhtasarat مختصرات
Read,Listen, and Learn Book
Free

Access concise summaries of important books across various genres, available in both text and professional audio formats. Learn key ideas from heritage, management, history, and literature in a fraction of the time.

Concise book summariesProfessional audiobook narrationSummaries of heritage books
🌟 Lifestyle
(1)
free with in-app purchases

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FAQ about Book Apps For Free

What are the best book apps for free for iPhone?
Amazon Kindle: Reading App tops our book apps for free ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 5.8M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Amazon Kindle: Reading App has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ book apps for free on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
You can read eBooks, magazines, and comics that you have purchased on Amazon. The app also provides access to titles included with Kindle Unlimited and Amazon Prime memberships.
You can customize text size, font type, margins, text alignment, and orientation. You can also adjust brightness and background colors for comfortable reading day or night.