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Best Des Moines Public Library Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

Out of 250+ des moines public library apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Des Moines Public Library Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.4M)NoNoSep 2026
2Project Des MoinesProject Des MoinesFree5.0★ (1)NoNoMay 2026
3West Des Moines Public LibraryWest Des Moines Public LibraryFree—NoNoAug 2026
4Clive Public LibraryClive Public LibraryFree—NoNoJun 2026
5Des Moines ParentDes Moines ParentFree4.3★ (7)YesNoJul 2026
6Waukee Public LibraryWaukee Public LibraryFree4.8★ (4)NoNoAug 2026
7Chicago Public LibraryChicago Public LibraryFree3.4★ (63)NoNoSep 2026
8St. Louis Public LibrarySt. Louis Public LibraryFree4.9★ (8)NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Des Moines Public Library

Libby, the library app#1

Libby, the library app by OverDrive, Inc.

Library audiobooks and ebooks
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.9😊(4.4M ratings)
Free
#3in Books
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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.

What We Love

  • 📚 Extensive library of books and audiobooks
  • 🔍 Convenient search and browsing features
  • 🔖 Easy to manage holds and returns
  • 🔄 Seamless syncing across devices
  • 🕰️ Automatic returns to avoid late fees
  • 🎧 High-quality audiobook experience
  • 🆓 Free access with library card

Room to Improve

  • 🕰️ Long wait times for popular titles
  • 🔍 Confusing search and filtering options
  • 🤯 Buggy and unstable performance
  • 🔒 Lack of offline reading/listening
  • 📚 Limited selection in some genres
  • 🔙 Unintuitive navigation and UI

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FAQ about Des Moines Public Library

What are the best des moines public library apps for iPhone?
Libby, the library app tops our des moines public library apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 4.4M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top des moines public library apps we rank are free to download, including Libby, the library app and Project Des Moines.
Libby, the library app has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 250+ des moines public library apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app allows you to borrow millions of ebooks and audiobooks from your local library for free. You can browse your library's digital catalog, borrow titles instantly with a library card, and enjoy them on your devices.
Key features include borrowing ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines, downloading titles for offline use, sending ebooks to Kindle (U.S. libraries only), listening to audiobooks via Apple CarPlay, and creating custom book lists. It also offers a customizable ebook reader and an advanced audio player.