Best Book Journal Apps

227+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our book journal list covers 227+ iPhone apps updated through June 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Top Picks for Book Journal

TBR - Bookshelf#1

TBR - Bookshelf by TBR - Bookshelf, LLC

Book Tracker, Reading List
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.5😐(4.3K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#32in Books
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Easily track books you want to read, are currently reading, or have finished. Rate and review books, log favorite moments, and discover new reads. Set yearly reading goals and celebrate milestones with fun animations.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Cute and visually appealing
  • 📚 Helpful for tracking reading progress
  • 🌟 Unique rating system

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 No account/sync option to prevent data loss
  • 💰 Too many features locked behind paywall
Bookjournal.app#2

Bookjournal.app by Rowan Trollope

Track and share your reading
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.5(188 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Easily log books you've read, record ratings, thoughts, and notes. Enhance your entries with stickers and share your favorite reads with others. This app offers a convenient digital alternative to traditional reading journals.

Goodreads: Book Tracker & More#3

Goodreads: Book Tracker & More by Goodreads, Inc

Kindle, Audible, Amazon & more
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.8😊(730K ratings)
FreeAds
#4in Books
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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.

What We Love

  • 📚 Great resource for book lovers
  • 👥 Helpful community and reviews
  • 🔍 Useful for discovering new books
  • 🗓️ Effective for tracking reading progress

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
  • 🔍 Inconsistent search and navigation
  • 🔢 Lack of half-star rating option

More Book Journal apps to explore

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Bookly: Book Tracker
Bookly: Book Tracker
Bookly: Book Tracker
Bookshelf and reading manager
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
(59K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Bookmory - reading tracker
Bookmory - reading tracker
Bookmory - reading tracker
Track & Remember Your Books
Free

This app helps you build a consistent reading habit by tracking your progress, setting goals, and keeping a detailed reading journal. It offers a reading timer, calendar view, and insightful statistics to keep you motivated. Remember your books and reading journey with this all-in-one tool.

Track books via search or barcodeReading timer and progress loggingCreate reading journal entries and notes
📚 Books
(16K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Planner & Journal - Zinnia
Planner & Journal - Zinnia
Planner & Journal - Zinnia
Notebook & Creative Diary
Free

This app offers a creative digital journaling and planning experience with a vast library of stickers, templates, and tools. It supports natural handwriting, doodling, and integrates with digital calendars for enhanced productivity and self-care tracking. New content and features are added monthly.

Customizable digital studioMonthly content additionsCalendar and habit trackers
🌟 Lifestyle
(54K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Slovo: Book Tracker & Journal
Slovo: Book Tracker & Journal
Slovo: Book Tracker & Journal
Remember what you read
Free

This app helps you capture reflections, track reading progress, and discover insights about your literary journey. Personalize entries with notes, rate books, and set reading goals to make your bookshelf a living journal.

Capture reflections and quotesTrack reading progressPersonalize entries with notes
📚 Books
(12)
freemium
8
Bookwise: Book Tracker & Log
Bookwise: Book Tracker & Log
Bookwise: Book Tracker & Log
Suivi de Livres & Lecture
Free

Organize your reading life with a virtual library. Track books you're reading, want to read, and have finished. Discover new titles and manage your literary journey with ease.

Virtual library creationCategorize books (All, Reading, To Read, Finished)Track reading progress
📚 Books
(747)
free with in-app purchases
9
Bookshelf: Book Tracker & List
Bookshelf: Book Tracker & List
Bookshelf: Book Tracker & List
Reading Log, Shelf TBR Library
Free

Track your reading, build a library, and improve your habits with insightful stats and AI-powered discovery. Remember what you read with notes and quizzes, and set reading goals to stay motivated. Sync across devices and export your library.

Build and manage your book libraryTrack reading progress and habitsAI-powered book recommendations
📚 Books
(4K)
freemium
10
Book Tracker: Bookshelf & TBR
Book Tracker: Bookshelf & TBR
Book Tracker: Bookshelf & TBR
Lecture, livres lus et à lire
Free

Organize your personal library, track reading progress, and manage your to-be-read list. Features include a reading timer, quote saving, and import from other platforms. Syncs across devices and offers Apple Watch integration.

Organize entire libraryTrack reading progressReading timer
📚 Books
(5.7K)
free with in-app purchases
11
My Diary - Journal with Lock
My Diary - Journal with Lock
My Diary - Journal with Lock
Journaling Diary with password
Free

This app offers a secure and personalized digital journal for recording daily thoughts, memories, and emotions. Enhance entries with photos, themes, and mood tracking. It's designed to support mental well-being by providing a private space for self-reflection and emotional processing.

Password-protected diaryAdd photos and drawingsCustomizable themes and backgrounds
🌟 Lifestyle
(27K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Journal
Journal
Journal
Reflect on life’s moments
Free

Capture and reflect on life's moments with rich media like photos, videos, and audio. Intelligent suggestions and prompts help you start writing, while multiple journals and goal tracking support a consistent practice. Sync across devices for seamless access.

Journaling suggestions and promptsRich media attachments (photos, video, audio)Handwriting and sketching support
💪 Health & Fitness
(231K)
free
13
Reading Diary - book journal
Reading Diary - book journal
Reading Diary - book journal
Track your reading progress
Free
📚 Books
(0)
14
Reading List: Book Tracker
Reading List: Book Tracker
Reading List: Book Tracker
TBR planner and bookshelf log
Free

Organize your reading journey by tracking books you've read, are currently reading, or want to read. Log progress, add custom lists, and record notes and ratings. Sync data across devices and export your library.

Scan barcodes to add booksSearch online for booksManual book entry
📚 Books
(29K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Book Journal & Tracker - Alia
Book Journal & Tracker - Alia
Book Journal & Tracker - Alia
Reading Notes & Marginalia
Free
📚 Books
(0)
16
Notebook - Diary & Journal App
Notebook - Diary & Journal App
Notebook - Diary & Journal App
A diary that flips like a book
Free

This app offers a natural journaling experience by organizing daily notes on a single page, allowing you to flip through your entries like a physical book. It prioritizes simplicity, security with passcode locks, and seamless iCloud synchronization for easy access across devices.

Realistic page-turning effectOne page per day organizationiCloud sync and backup
📊 Productivity
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Day One: Daily Journal & Diary
Day One: Daily Journal & Diary
Day One: Daily Journal & Diary
Private Gratitude Journaling
Free

Record your life with a private digital journal. Securely save text, photos, audio, and video. Features include reminders, prompts, and automatic data import to help you stay consistent and reminisce.

Unlimited text entriesRich text formattingPhoto and video support
💪 Health & Fitness
(117K)
freemium
18
Goodnotes: AI Notes, Docs, PDF
Goodnotes: AI Notes, Docs, PDF
Goodnotes: AI Notes, Docs, PDF
Note taking, canvas & work app
Free

Capture ideas, enhance productivity, and unlock insights with advanced AI features. This app offers tools for professionals, students, and creatives, including infinite whiteboards, AI-powered transcription and summarization, and customizable digital notebooks.

AI-powered transcription and summarizationInfinite whiteboard canvasDigital notebooks with customizable templates
📊 Productivity
(431K)
free with in-app purchases
19
BookJournal: Reading Tracker
BookJournal: Reading Tracker
BookJournal: Reading Tracker
Track books and notes
Free
📚 Books
(0)
20
Moleskine Journal
Moleskine Journal
Moleskine Journal
Record your life
Free

This app helps you capture life's moments by allowing you to add various media to written entries, adding depth to your memories. It's designed to transform your journaling routine into a daily ritual that inspires consistency and mindfulness.

Text journal entriesCustom and suggested promptsHabit tracker
💪 Health & Fitness
(2.6K)
free with in-app purchases

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