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Best Book Recommendations Apps

216+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

Finding the right book recommendations apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 216+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Book Recommendations Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Goodreads: Book Tracker & MoreGoodreads: Book Tracker & MoreFree4.8★ (730K)YesNoJul 2026
2Likewise: Movie, TV, Book RecsLikewise: Movie, TV, Book RecsFree4.7★ (47K)YesYesJul 2026
3Bookist: Book Tracker & RecsBookist: Book Tracker & RecsFree4.7★ (31)NoNoJul 2026
4Margins: Book TrackerMargins: Book TrackerFree4.9★ (18K)NoYesJul 2026
5Fable: Track & Discuss BooksFable: Track & Discuss BooksFree4.8★ (77K)NoYesJul 2026
6StoryGraph: Reading TrackerStoryGraph: Reading TrackerFree4.5★ (3.4K)NoYesJul 2026
7Meet New BooksMeet New BooksFree4.9★ (15)NoNoJul 2026
8Bookovery Book RecommendationsBookovery Book RecommendationsFree3.8★ (19)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Book Recommendations

Goodreads: Book Tracker & More#1

Goodreads: Book Tracker & More by Goodreads, Inc

Kindle, Audible, Amazon & more
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.8😊(730K ratings)
FreeAds
#5in 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
Likewise: Movie, TV, Book Recs#2

Likewise: Movie, TV, Book Recs by Likewise, Inc.

Personalized recommendations
Strong Contender
🎬 Entertainment
4.7😐(47K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Discover your next favorite book, show, movie, or podcast with personalized recommendations. This app uses AI and insights from real users to help you find entertainment tailored to your tastes. Easily search across streaming services and save your favorites.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great community for recommendations
  • 🚀 Helpful for discovering new books/movies/shows
  • 💡 Ability to save and organize favorites
  • 👍 Easy to use interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
  • 🤔 Repetitive and generic recommendations
  • 🤔 Inability to filter or hide unwanted genres/content
Bookist: Book Tracker & Recs#3

Bookist: Book Tracker & Recs by STACKMOUSE (PTY) LTD

Discover, log & build your TBR
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.7(31 ratings)
Free
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Discover your next favorite read with personalized book recommendations. Swipe through suggestions, import existing libraries, and explore curated collections. Track your reading progress and share your thoughts on books you've enjoyed.

More Book Recommendations apps to explore

4
Margins: Book Tracker
Margins: Book Tracker
Margins: Book Tracker
Discover. Track. Share.
Free

This app helps you discover, track, and share your reading journey. It offers detailed tracking options, customizable features, and powerful search capabilities. Stay focused on your reading goals with built-in tools to minimize distractions.

Half-star ratingsTrack recommendationsCustomizable book covers
📚 Books
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
5
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
(77K)
free with in-app purchases
6
StoryGraph: Reading Tracker
StoryGraph: Reading Tracker
StoryGraph: Reading Tracker
Book recommendations and stats
Free

Track your reading habits with insightful stats and personalized book recommendations powered by AI. Discover new books based on mood, pace, and genre, and connect with friends for shared reading experiences.

Import Goodreads dataPersonalized book recommendationsTrack reading habits with stats
📚 Books
(3.4K)
freemium
7
Meet New Books
Meet New Books
Meet New Books
Book Recommendations
Free

Discover your next favorite read with personalized book suggestions based on your past favorites. Explore recommendations by genre, keyword, or trope, covering a wide range of popular categories.

Personalized book suggestionsRecommendations by genreDiscover by keyword
📚 Books
(15)
free
8
Bookovery Book Recommendations
Bookovery Book Recommendations
Bookovery Book Recommendations
Smart Book Recommendations
Free

Discover your next favorite read with personalized book suggestions. Swipe to like or dislike titles, and watch as your recommendations become smarter over time. Build your personal bookshelf and explore a wider range of literature.

Personalized book recommendationsSwipe to like/dislike booksSmart suggestion improvement
📚 Books
(19)
freemium
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
AI Book Recommendations Booker
AI Book Recommendations Booker
AI Book Recommendations Booker
Reading Suggestion App
Free

Discover your next favorite book with personalized AI-driven suggestions. This app tracks your reading history to avoid duplicates and offers tailored recommendations across various genres. Enjoy a private and secure experience with local data storage and optional in-app purchases for enhanced features.

Personalized AI book recommendationsTracks read books to avoid duplicatesLocal data storage for privacy
🎬 Entertainment
(9)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
(217K)
free with in-app purchases
12
BookBub
BookBub
BookBub
Create a wishlist, get deals
Free

Discover daily deals on bestselling and free ebooks across all genres. Track your wishlist and receive price alerts for your favorite titles, ensuring you never miss a sale on books you want to read.

Daily ebook dealsHundreds of free ebooksPersonalized recommendations
📚 Books
(819)
free
13
iHeartBooks: Discover Books
iHeartBooks: Discover Books
iHeartBooks: Discover Books
Book Recommender & Tracker
Free

Discover your next favorite book with personalized recommendations based on your preferences. Organize your reading lists, track your progress, and explore curated lists for every mood and interest. This free app features a user-friendly interface for all reading levels.

Personalized book recommendationsCreate and track reading listsCurated featured book lists
📚 Books
(5)
free
14
DeweyDex: Book Recommendations
DeweyDex: Book Recommendations
DeweyDex: Book Recommendations
Scan Book. Find Your Next Read
Free
📚 Books
(0)
15
Simple Book Recommendations
Simple Book Recommendations
Simple Book Recommendations
by Peter Shevill
Free
📚 Books
(0)
16
Bookie Jar
Bookie Jar
Bookie Jar
Book recommendations
Free

Discover award-winning literature across fiction and non-fiction genres. Get curated book recommendations, including Pulitzer Prize winners and Man Booker Prize long-list titles.

Award-winning literature recommendationsFiction and non-fiction genresPulitzer Prize winners
📚 Books
(0)
free
17
Tertulia
Tertulia
Tertulia
The co-op bookstore
Free

Discover your next favorite book with curated recommendations from across the web. Organize your reading lists and purchase books seamlessly. Enjoy the best bookstore membership for passionate readers.

Book recommendations from social media, podcasts, and webReading list trackingSeamless book purchasing (US only)
📚 Books
(505)
ad-supported
18
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
19
Book Scout Book Scanner
Book Scout Book Scanner
Book Scout Book Scanner
Organize your reading life
Free

Discover books tailored to your tastes with AI-driven insights. Uncover themes, create custom lists, and find stories that truly connect with you. Make every reading experience a perfect match.

AI-powered book recommendationsPersonalized insightsUncover hidden themes
📚 Books
(5)
free with in-app purchases
20
24symbols – online books
24symbols – online books
24symbols – online books
by Zed Italia S.r.l.
Free

Access a vast digital library with a wide range of genres and languages. Enjoy reading on any device, with options for free limited access or a premium subscription for unlimited offline reading and a catalog of over a million titles. Organize your library and connect with other readers.

Vast digital book catalogMultiple languages supportedFiction, essays, thrillers, poetry, business
📚 Books
(47)
freemium

FAQ about Book Recommendations

What are the best book recommendations apps for iPhone?
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More tops our book recommendations apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 730K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top book recommendations apps we rank are free to download, including Goodreads: Book Tracker & More and Likewise: Movie, TV, Book Recs.
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 216+ book recommendations apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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