226+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
BUKU is the household name in buku, but it's far from the only option. We track 226+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 1.9★ (10) | No | Yes | May 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.0★ (9) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.7★ (706K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.4★ (9.6K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.4★ (86K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 3.3★ (4) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.5★ (219K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
Access digital textbooks and study materials on any device. Quickly find information with advanced search, take notes, and mark important passages. This learning environment offers enriched content like practice questions and videos to make studying more effective and enjoyable.
Discover a vast collection of romance novels and stories from original authors. Enjoy personalized recommendations, daily updates, and a customizable reading experience. Connect with a passionate community of book lovers and earn rewards.
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.
Access millions of ebooks, audiobooks, comics, and manga in one app. Organize your library, enjoy customizable reading and listening experiences, and take your stories anywhere, even offline. Features include smart notes, kid-friendly tools, and voice control for audiobooks.
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.
Access Indonesia's largest digital library with over 200,000 books, magazines, and newspapers. Enjoy unlimited reading with a premium subscription, personalized features, and offline access. Discover content from top publishers worldwide.
This medical education app provides concise, clinically relevant information for healthcare professionals across eight specialties. It aims to improve patient care and reduce clinician workload by offering quick access to answers for common queries, with links to key references and guidelines.
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.
Engage in a rhythm game featuring Hatsune Miku and friends. Tap, hold, and flick to popular songs, collect cards to customize your band, and enjoy virtual concerts with players worldwide. Explore a story about finding true emotions through music.
Learn to recite the Quran from an early age with a complete set of digital IQRA books, volumes 1 through 6. This application offers a clear and engaging design to facilitate reading and learning. It's designed to help children recognize and read the Quran effectively.
This app offers a comprehensive suite of Islamic tools, including Quranic readings with tafsir and audio, accurate prayer times, Qibla direction, and a vast collection of authentic Athkar and supplications. It also features customizable reminders, worship trackers, and guides for Hajj and Umrah.
This app provides a private digital space to record daily thoughts, emotions, and life events. It offers robust security features like password and biometric locks, alongside tools for organizing, searching, and exporting your entries. Enjoy a customizable and ad-free journaling experience.
Access a vast collection of digital books across diverse themes, from literature to educational content. This app offers a convenient and modern way to purchase and read books digitally, making them affordable and accessible anytime, anywhere.
Access a vast library of ebooks and audiobooks in multiple languages. Discover new titles through personalized recommendations and curated bookshelves. Organize your reading, save quotes, and sync progress across devices.
Explore Islamic teachings from fundamentals to practices with daily inspiration. This app aids in learning and worship, encouraging good deeds. It offers in-depth knowledge on faith, manners, family, live lectures, prayer times, and supplications.
This app provides a professional-grade drawing and painting experience for artists and illustrators. It offers a natural drawing feel with customizable tools, layers, and guides for precision. Unlock advanced features like custom brushes and canvas resizing with an optional premium purchase.
Build your own unique world with a vast array of blocks. Design homes, schools, or any structure imaginable. Customize your avatar and interact with your creations in fun and engaging ways.