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Best Free Book Downloads Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our free book downloads list covers 249+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Free Book Downloads Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (86K)NoNoSep 2026
2FreeBooks: 76,000 Top ReadsFreeBooks: 76,000 Top ReadsFree4.7★ (2.7K)YesYesAug 2026
3Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.8M)NoNoSep 2026
4Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.4M)NoNoSep 2026
5Hoopla: Your Library AnywhereHoopla: Your Library AnywhereFree4.8★ (1.4M)NoNoSep 2026
6Goodreads: Book Tracker & MoreGoodreads: Book Tracker & MoreFree4.8★ (747K)NoNoSep 2026
7eBook Search - download bookseBook Search - download booksFree4.5★ (3.5K)YesNoAug 2026
8PocketBook ReaderPocketBook ReaderFree4.5★ (9.7K)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Free Book Downloads

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
FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads#2

FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads by Quillbound Studios Ltd

World's Largest Free Library
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.7(2.7K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#15in 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.

Amazon Kindle: Reading App#3

Amazon Kindle: Reading App by AMZN Mobile LLC

Read books. Millions of ebooks
Worth Considering
📚 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

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
(4.4M)
free
5
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Books, Manga, Movies and More
Free

Access a vast digital library of books, comics, movies, music, and more, all within a single application. Stream or download content for free with your library card, enjoying an ad-free experience and features like offline listening and dark mode.

Stream and download contentAd-free experienceAudiobooks and eBooks
📚 Books
(1.4M)
free
6
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Reviews, lists & reading goals
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
(747K)
free with in-app purchases
7
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
(3.5K)
free with in-app purchases
8
PocketBook Reader
PocketBook Reader
PocketBook Reader
PDF, EPUB, FB2, Audiobooks
Free

This app is a versatile reader supporting 26 book and audio formats, including EPUB, PDF, and audiobooks. It offers features like PDF reflow, text-to-speech, cloud synchronization, and extensive customization options for a comfortable reading experience.

Supports 26 book and audio formatsPDF Reflow functionText-to-speech engine
📚 Books
(9.7K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts
Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts
Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts
Listen to stories you love
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
(5.6M)
free with in-app purchases
10
Barnes & Noble NOOK
Barnes & Noble NOOK
Barnes & Noble NOOK
eBooks, audiobooks, and more
Free

Access a vast digital library of millions of eBooks, graphic novels, comics, manga, magazines, and audiobooks. Enjoy personalized recommendations, customize your reading and listening experience, and sync content across all your devices. Share your favorite reads with friends and discover free titles.

Vast digital libraryPersonalized recommendationsCustomizable reading/listening
📚 Books
(117K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Reader — Book Tracker
Reader — Book Tracker
Reader — Book Tracker
Social Book Tracker
Free
📚 Books
(0)
12
Readable - Book Tracker
Readable - Book Tracker
Readable - Book Tracker
Your reading life, logged.
Free
📚 Books
(0)
13
ReadEW - Book Reader
ReadEW - Book Reader
ReadEW - Book Reader
Read books and documents
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
14
Flare: Book Reader
Flare: Book Reader
Flare: Book Reader
Timeless Library
Free
📚 Books
(0)
15
MinuteRead: Book Summaries
MinuteRead: Book Summaries
MinuteRead: Book Summaries
Micro Books, Big Ideas Daily
Free

Access condensed versions of bestselling nonfiction books, designed for quick reading in about five minutes. Learn key ideas and takeaways from various genres without committing to full-length books. Build a reading habit with gamified features and personalized content.

Five-minute book summariesCurated catalog by topicPersonalized content feed
📚 Education
(0)
freemium
16
ShelfLog – Book Lending
ShelfLog – Book Lending
ShelfLog – Book Lending
Lend books, never lose track
Free
📚 Books
(0)
17
Книги и Аудиокниги Офлайн
Книги и Аудиокниги Офлайн
Книги и Аудиокниги Офлайн
Читай и Слушай Без Интернета
Free
📚 Books
(0)
18
Sarasavi
Sarasavi
Sarasavi
eBooks
Free
📚 Books
(0)
19
ReadKar
ReadKar
ReadKar
Book Rental platform
Free
📚 Books
(0)
20
SBA Reads App
SBA Reads App
SBA Reads App
by SBA Reads LLC
Free
📚 Books
(0)

FAQ about Free Book Downloads

What are the best free book downloads apps for iPhone?
Apple Books tops our free book downloads apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 86K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Apple Books has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ free book downloads apps 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.