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Best Free Library Apps

241+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good free library apps. We benchmark 241+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Free Library Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Hoopla: Your Library AnywhereHoopla: Your Library AnywhereFree4.8★ (1.4M)YesNoJul 2026
2Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.4M)NoNoJul 2026
3CloudLibraryCloudLibraryFree4.8★ (253K)NoNoJul 2026
4Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.7M)NoNoJul 2026
5Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (71K)YesNoJul 2026
6Kobo Books & AudiobooksKobo Books & AudiobooksFree4.5★ (27K)NoNoJul 2026
7BoundlessBoundlessFree4.4★ (18K)NoNoJul 2026
8FreeBooks: 76,000 Top ReadsFreeBooks: 76,000 Top ReadsFree4.7★ (2.3K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Free Library Apps

Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere#1

Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere by Midwest Tape LLC

Books, Comics, Movies & more
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.8😊(1.4M ratings)
FreeAds
#6in Books
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent selection of content
  • 👍 Easy to use app
  • 🚀 Convenient access to books, audiobooks, movies, and more
  • 👍 Great resource for reading/listening

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy, crashes frequently
  • 🔍 Limited search and browsing functionality
  • 🔍 Inconsistent syncing across devices
Libby, the library app#2

Libby, the library app by OverDrive, Inc.

Library audiobooks and ebooks
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.9😊(4.4M ratings)
Free
#2in 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

Room to Improve

  • 🕰️ Long wait times for popular titles
  • 🔍 Confusing search and filtering options
  • 🤯 Buggy and unstable performance
CloudLibrary#3

CloudLibrary by OCLC

browse, borrow and enjoy
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.8😐(253K ratings)
Free
#39in Books
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Manage your library account and discover new content. Borrow physical items, access eBooks and audiobooks, and receive helpful reminders. Personalize your reading experience and stay organized with this intuitive library companion.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient access to library books
  • 🚀 Wide selection of books
  • 👍 Great resource during the pandemic

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🐛 Unreliable page/progress tracking
  • 🐛 Inconsistent user experience

More Free Library Apps apps to explore

4
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Read books. Millions of ebooks
Free

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.

Read purchased eBooksAccess Kindle UnlimitedCustomizable text and display
📚 Books
(5.7M)
free with in-app purchases
5
Apple Books
Apple Books
Apple Books
Read, listen, discover.
Free

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.

Discover millions of books and audiobooksPersonalized recommendations and curated collectionsCustomizable reading experience (fonts, themes, spacing)
📚 Books
(71K)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
7
Boundless
Boundless
Boundless
Premium digital library app
Free

Access a vast collection of ebooks, digital audiobooks, and videobooks from your local library or school. Enjoy a seamless reading, listening, and watching experience with personalized recommendations and engaging reading programs.

Discover ebooks, audiobooks, and videobooksRead, listen, and watch in one appPersonalized recommendations
📚 Books
(18K)
free
8
FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads
FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads
FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads
World's Largest Free Library
Free

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.

76,000+ BooksPowerful SearchPersonalized Reading
📚 Books
(2.3K)
free with in-app purchases
9
BookBuddy: Book Tracker
BookBuddy: Book Tracker
BookBuddy: Book Tracker
Bookshelf & reading list
Free

Manage your entire book collection digitally, track reading progress, and organize your library. Easily add books by scanning, searching, or manual entry. Keep tabs on borrowed and lent items, and gain insights into your reading habits.

Scan barcodes to add booksOrganize into custom categoriesTrack borrowed and lent books
📚 Books
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Audiobooks HQ - audio books
Audiobooks HQ - audio books
Audiobooks HQ - audio books
Hands free audiobooks
Free

Access a vast library of premium and free audiobooks, including bestsellers and classics. Listen on demand without subscriptions, with features like adjustable playback speed and a sleep timer. Also includes old-time radio dramas.

Large selection of audiobooksFree and premium titlesOn-demand listening
📚 Books
(6.8K)
free with in-app purchases
11
The Palace Project
The Palace Project
The Palace Project
by The Palace Project
Free

Access and enjoy e-books and audiobooks from your local library for free. Discover new titles, borrow them instantly with your library card, and read or listen anywhere. Even without a participating library, enjoy a collection of free books.

Borrow e-books and audiobooksAccess local library collectionsRead or listen to books
📚 Books
(4.7K)
free
12
The Urbana Free Library
The Urbana Free Library
The Urbana Free Library
by Urbana Free Library
Free

Manage your library account on the go, including renewing items, searching the catalog, and accessing digital content. Scan book barcodes to check availability and discover library events. Access eBooks and eAudiobooks directly through the app.

Renew itemsManage accountSearch catalog
📚 Books
(4)
free
13
Riverside Library Cooperative
Riverside Library Cooperative
Riverside Library Cooperative
by Gopinath Jagamohan
Free

Easily manage your library account, search catalogs, and access digital materials. Reserve items, schedule pickups, and discover library events all from your mobile device. Enjoy convenient library access anytime, anywhere.

Manage library accountsSearch library catalogsAccess digital materials
📚 Books
(468)
free
14
Inkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooks
Inkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooks
Inkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooks
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
(277K)
free with in-app purchases
15
BorrowBox
BorrowBox
BorrowBox
Your library in one app
Free

Access a vast digital library of eAudiobooks, eBooks, eMagazines, and eNewspapers from your local library. Browse, borrow, and enjoy content on any device with seamless syncing and personalized features.

Borrow eAudiobooks, eBooks, eMagazines, eNewspapersAll library formats in one appRead and listen directly in the app
📚 Books
(842)
free
16
Anyplay Audiobooks & Podcasts
Anyplay Audiobooks & Podcasts
Anyplay Audiobooks & Podcasts
Reading, Library, Talk, Sleep
Free

Access a vast library of audiobooks and stories across diverse genres. Enjoy high-quality audio, offline listening, and personalized recommendations. Features include a sleep timer, bookmarks, and customizable playback speed.

Expansive audiobook and podcast libraryHigh-quality audio playbackOffline listening mode
📚 Books
(604)
free with in-app purchases
17
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
18
Plymouth Public Library App
Plymouth Public Library App
Plymouth Public Library App
Plymouth Public Library (IN)
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
19
Worthington Libraries app
Worthington Libraries app
Worthington Libraries app
by Worthington Public Library
Free

Manage your library account on the go. Access your digital library card, search for and reserve items, and check out materials directly from your device. Stay connected with library staff and enjoy enhanced convenience for all your library needs.

Digital library card storageItem search and reservationMobile checkout
🌟 Lifestyle
(2)
free
20
Reading Public Library App
Reading Public Library App
Reading Public Library App
by Reading Public Library
Free

Access your local library's digital collection, search the catalog, and manage your account. Store your digital library card, browse events, and find library locations and hours.

Search library catalogAccess digital collectionManage multiple accounts
📚 Books
(10)
free

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FAQ about Free Library Apps

What are the best free library apps for iPhone?
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere tops our free library apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 1.4M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 241+ free library apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This application provides access to a vast digital library of content, including audiobooks, eBooks, comics, graphic novels, manga, magazines, music albums, movies, and TV shows. You can stream or download these items for free, all within a single, ad-free app.
Key features include access to a wide variety of digital media, an ad-free experience, the ability to download content for offline listening or viewing, a dark mode for comfortable reading, and driver-optimized Apple CarPlay compatibility for audio content.