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Best Free Book Downloads Apps

238+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our free book downloads list covers 238+ iPhone apps updated through May 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Top Picks for Free Book Downloads

Apple Books#1

Apple Books by Apple Inc.

Read, listen, discover.
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.4😐(71K ratings)
FreeAds
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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 eBooks & Magazines
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.9😊(5.7M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#3in 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
FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads#3

FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads by RADICALLYBETTER LTD

World's Largest Free Library
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.7(1.9K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#27in Books
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Access a vast digital library with over 76,000 free books across all genres. Discover new titles, personalize your reading experience, and download books for offline enjoyment. Find your next favorite read, from classics to modern bestsellers.

More Free Book Downloads 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
(4.1M)
free
5
Manobook: My Good Story Reader
Manobook: My Good Story Reader
Manobook: My Good Story Reader
Reading & Writing Novelas App
Free

Discover and read a vast collection of novels and stories across numerous genres, including romance, fantasy, and sci-fi. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text and backgrounds, and enjoy offline reading and audiobook playback.

Extensive novel libraryMultiple genres availableCustomizable reading settings
📚 Books
(36K)
free with in-app purchases
6
eBook Search - download books
eBook Search - download books
eBook Search - download books
Paper free book library
Free

Access a vast digital library of over 2 million free eBooks across all genres. Instantly download titles directly to your preferred reading device, including Kindle, Nook, and iBooks, without needing a library card. Discover classics, thrillers, and more, all available at your fingertips.

2 million+ free eBooksInstant downloadsSupports Kindle, Nook, iBooks
📚 Books
(3.4K)
free with in-app purchases
7
My Books – Unlimited Library
My Books – Unlimited Library
My Books – Unlimited Library
Use your free time to read
Free

Access a vast library of over 50,000 free books and audiobooks across numerous genres. Enjoy a modern, user-friendly interface designed for comfortable reading and listening. Discover classics, explore banned books, and get daily recommendations.

Over 50,000 free books and audiobooksMultiple genres including classics, fantasy, sci-fi, and banned booksAudiobook listening option
📚 Books
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Kindle, Audible, Amazon & more
Free

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.

Personalized book recommendationsReading challenge participationBook cover and barcode scanner
📚 Books
(730K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooks
Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooks
Audiobooks.com: Get audiobooks
Listen to novels
Free

Access a vast library of audio entertainment, including bestsellers, new releases, and sleep stories. Stream or download titles for offline listening, with personalized recommendations and features like adjustable playback speed and a sleep timer.

Massive audiobook libraryFree audiobook accessMonthly VIP selection
📚 Books
(64K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Galatea: Books & Audiobooks
Galatea: Books & Audiobooks
Galatea: Books & Audiobooks
Read Novels & Stories
Free

Access a vast library of romance novels and audiobooks with immersive features like sound effects and text message narratives. Enjoy exclusive stories, new weekly additions, and a vibrant community of readers. Customize your experience and read or listen anytime, anywhere.

Unlimited romance stories and audiobooksImmersive reading with sound effectsExclusive stories from best-selling authors
📚 Books
(271K)
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
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Audiobooks, ebooks, podcasts
Free

Access millions of audiobooks, ebooks, and podcasts with a reading subscription. Enjoy content across devices, online and offline, with customizable features for both reading and listening. Explore diverse genres and bestsellers with flexible monthly plans.

Millions of audiobooks and ebooksOffline accessCross-device compatibility
📚 Books
(27K)
subscription
13
Acrobat Reader: PDF Editor
Acrobat Reader: PDF Editor
Acrobat Reader: PDF Editor
Documents Editor & Converter
Free

This app is a powerful PDF tool for viewing, editing, annotating, and signing documents. It offers AI-powered features for summarizing and interacting with PDFs, along with robust conversion and security options. Collaborate on files and access your documents from anywhere.

View, edit, and annotate PDFsSign and fill PDF formsConvert files to and from PDF
💼 Business
(628K)
freemium
14
Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts
Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts
Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts
1M+ Popular Books & Stories
Free

Access a vast library of audiobooks, podcasts, and exclusive originals. Enjoy seamless offline listening, customizable playback, and curated content for entertainment, wellness, and more. Perfect for daily commutes or relaxation.

Thousands of audiobooks and podcastsExclusive Audible OriginalsOffline listening and downloads
📚 Books
(5.5M)
free with in-app purchases
15
Storytel - Audiobooks Library
Storytel - Audiobooks Library
Storytel - Audiobooks Library
Audio Books & Reading App
Free

Access a vast library of audiobooks and ebooks in various languages. Listen or read at your own pace, discover new stories, and enjoy exclusive content. Features include offline listening, personalized recommendations, and a dedicated kids mode.

Massive audiobook and ebook libraryPersonalized recommendationsOffline listening and reading
📚 Books
(11K)
subscription
16
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
(222)
free
17
Free Books - 23,469 Classics For Less Than A Cup Of Coffee. An Extensive Ebooks And Audiobooks Library
Free Books - 23,469 Classics For Less Than A Cup Of Coffee. An Extensive Ebooks And Audiobooks Library
Free Books - 23,469 Classics For Less Than A Cup Of Coffee. An Extensive Ebooks And Audiobooks Library
by Digital Press Publishing
$0.99

Access a vast library of 23,469 classic ebooks and audiobooks with a fully featured ereader. Browse curated collections, enjoy original cover art, and save your reading progress automatically. Switch seamlessly between ebook and audiobook versions.

23,469 classic ebooks and audiobooksHandpicked book collectionsCustomizable ereader with Night Mode
📚 Books
(54)
paid
18
FreePrints Photobooks
FreePrints Photobooks
FreePrints Photobooks
Free photo book every month!
Free

Create personalized photo books easily from your mobile device. Get one free 20-page softcover book each month, only paying a small delivery fee. Add more pages or upgrade to premium hardcovers for an additional charge.

Create photo books from mobile deviceOne free 20-page softcover book monthlyAdd extra pages
📷 Photo & Video
(210K)
free with in-app purchases
19
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
(75K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Novelaria - Read Book, Booktok
Novelaria - Read Book, Booktok
Novelaria - Read Book, Booktok
Good Novels & Romance Stories
Free

Discover a vast library of diverse book genres, including romance, fantasy, and werewolf stories. Enjoy fast-paced narratives with daily updates and personalized recommendations. Customize your reading experience with adjustable settings and earn rewards to unlock chapters.

Diverse book genresBookTok trending storiesFast daily updates
📚 Books
(9.2K)
free with in-app purchases