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4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.6★, the book reading app text category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 247+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Book Reading App Text (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (86K)NoNoAug 2026
2Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.8M)NoNoAug 2026
3Spark Reading for KidsSpark Reading for KidsFree4.6★ (7.9K)NoYesAug 2026
4Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.4M)NoNoAug 2026
5Beanstack TrackerBeanstack TrackerFree4.8★ (98K)NoNoAug 2026
6CloudLibraryCloudLibraryFree4.8★ (253K)NoNoAug 2026
7Book Tracker - BookBinderBook Tracker - BookBinderFree4.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
8Readify AI: Text to SpeechReadify AI: Text to SpeechFree4.7★ (33)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Book Reading App Text

Apple Books#1

Apple Books by Apple

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
Amazon Kindle: Reading App#2

Amazon Kindle: Reading App by AMZN Mobile LLC

Read books. Millions of ebooks
Strong Contender
📚 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
Spark Reading for Kids#3

Spark Reading for Kids by Peekaboo Studios LLC

Digital books for learning
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.6😊(7.9K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app offers a digital library of age-appropriate books for children in grades 2-8 to improve reading skills. It features interactive comprehension questions, progress tracking, and stories aligned with school curricula. Users can listen to stories and follow along, making reading practice engaging and accessible.

What We Love

  • 👍 Helpful for reading comprehension
  • 🚀 Engaging and interactive
  • 💡 Customizable reading levels
  • 🤩 Fun and educational

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Paid content/subscription required
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🤔 Limited content for higher grade levels

More Book Reading App Text 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
Beanstack Tracker
Beanstack Tracker
Beanstack Tracker
by Zoobean, Inc.
Free

This app encourages reading for all ages through engaging challenges and easy progress tracking. It allows family profiles, individual logging, and offers features like barcode scanning and reading timers. It prioritizes user privacy by not selling data or showing ads.

Motivating reading challengesEasy reading progress trackingBarcode scanner for titles
📚 Education
(98K)
free with in-app purchases
6
CloudLibrary
CloudLibrary
CloudLibrary
browse, borrow and enjoy
Free

Manage your library account and discover new content. Borrow physical items, access eBooks and audiobooks, and receive helpful reminders. Personalize your reading experience and stay organized with this intuitive library companion.

Borrow physical and digital itemsAccess eBooks and AudiobooksManage multiple library accounts
📚 Books
(253K)
free
7
Book Tracker - BookBinder
Book Tracker - BookBinder
Book Tracker - BookBinder
Reading Tracker
Free

Organize your personal library with this intuitive book management tool. Easily add books by scanning ISBNs or searching, track your reading progress, and sync your collection across devices. Ideal for book enthusiasts, students, and reading lovers.

Scan ISBNs to add booksSearch by title or authorTrack reading progress
📚 Books
(1)
freemium
8
Readify AI: Text to Speech
Readify AI: Text to Speech
Readify AI: Text to Speech
Read PDFs, eBooks & Docs Aloud
Free

Transform any written content into an immersive audio experience with AI-powered narration. Supports various file formats and web content, optimizing layouts for seamless listening across devices. Offers a fully unlocked premium experience with no hidden fees.

Expressive neural AI voicesUniversal document support (ePUB, PDF, TXT, MOBI)Continuous cross-device sync
📚 Books
(33)
free
9
Shelfie - Book Tracker
Shelfie - Book Tracker
Shelfie - Book Tracker
Manage Your Reading Notes
Free

Effortlessly manage your reading notes by scanning book barcodes or using your camera with advanced OCR. Organize your collection, track progress, and share insights with elegant templates. Syncs across all your devices.

Scan books by barcode or searchCapture notes with OCR technologyOrganize books by shelves
📚 Books
(200)
subscription
10
Books Aloud AI Reader
Books Aloud AI Reader
Books Aloud AI Reader
Text to speech with AI Chat
Free

This app transforms printed text and digital documents into natural-sounding audio using advanced AI voices. It supports various file formats, scans physical text with your camera, and syncs with your Kindle library to provide a hands-free reading experience.

Scan and read printed text with AI voicesImport and convert PDF, EPUB, DOCX, FB2 to speechRead web links aloud
📚 Books
(182)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
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
(30K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Reading Tracker - ReadTracker
Reading Tracker - ReadTracker
Reading Tracker - ReadTracker
Organize your TBR
Free

This app helps book lovers organize their reading life. Track books you want to read, are currently reading, or have finished. Add notes, set goals, and view statistics on your reading habits.

Organize books into TBR, In Progress, Completed, Abandoned listsAdd notes, custom ratings, and tagsSet and track reading goals
📚 Books
(282)
freemium
14
SlowRead: Book Tracker & TBR
SlowRead: Book Tracker & TBR
SlowRead: Book Tracker & TBR
Bookshelf, Reading Log & Focus
Free

This app helps you build a visually appealing digital bookshelf and encourages focused reading sessions by blocking distracting apps. Track your reading progress, organize your library, and create a personalized reading ritual.

Customizable 2.5D digital bookshelfDistraction-blocking focus sessionsReading streak tracking
📚 Books
(14)
free with in-app purchases
15
iReader-Story, Novel & E-book
iReader-Story, Novel & E-book
iReader-Story, Novel & E-book
Romantic Stories Library
Free

Discover a vast library of romantic novels and comics with this storytelling platform. Enjoy daily updates, offline reading, and a customizable reading experience with features like eye-protection mode and auto-read. Manage your collection and import files easily.

Countless copyrighted novelsDaily new story updatesOffline reading support
📚 Books
(40K)
free with in-app purchases
16
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
(61K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Reading Aloud
Reading Aloud
Reading Aloud
Practice reading and shadowing
Free
📚 Education
(0)
18
Hardcover.app
Hardcover.app
Hardcover.app
Find & track books you love
Free

This app helps you organize and discover books. Track what you've read, create custom lists, and see what friends are reading. Set reading goals and share your thoughts on books.

Track read and to-read booksOrganize with lists and tagsSee friends' reading activity
📚 Books
(60)
free with in-app purchases
19
Book - Reading Tracker
Book - Reading Tracker
Book - Reading Tracker
by MICHELE DUMITRESCU
Free
📚 Books
(0)
20
ReadEra – book reader pdf epub
ReadEra – book reader pdf epub
ReadEra – book reader pdf epub
Read books & PDF files easily!
Free

This app allows you to read and listen to books and documents in various formats, including PDF and EPUB. It offers text-to-speech functionality, customizable reading settings, and a built-in book manager for your library. Enjoy an ad-free and registration-free reading experience.

Multi-format ebook support (EPUB, PDF, MOBI, DOCX, etc.)Text-to-Speech (TTS) for listening to booksAd-free and registration-free experience
📚 Books
(231)
free

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FAQ about Book Reading App Text

What is the best book reading app text for iPhone?
Apple Books tops our book reading app text ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 86K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top book reading app text we rank are free to download, including Apple Books and Amazon Kindle: Reading App.
Apple Books has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 247+ book reading app text 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.