Best Free Reading Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

If you already know FreeBooks, this is the deeper bench. 249+ free reading apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of October 2026.

Compare top Free Reading Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1FreeBooks: 76,000 Top ReadsFreeBooks: 76,000 Top ReadsFree4.7★ (3.4K)YesYesNov 2026
2Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.9M)NoNoNov 2026
3Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.6M)NoNoNov 2026
4Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.6★ (137K)NoNoNov 2026
5Wattpad - Read & Write StoriesWattpad - Read & Write StoriesFree4.7★ (706K)YesYesNov 2026
6Barnes & Noble NOOKBarnes & Noble NOOKFree4.7★ (119K)YesNoNov 2026
7Inkitt: Books, Novels, StoriesInkitt: Books, Novels, StoriesFree4.6★ (10K)NoNoNov 2026
8Hoopla: Your Library AnywhereHoopla: Your Library AnywhereFree4.8★ (1.4M)NoNoNov 2026

Top Picks for Free Reading Apps

FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads#1

FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads by Quillbound Studios Ltd

World's Largest Free Library
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.7(3.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#24in Books
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Access a vast library of over 76,000 free books across all genres. Discover new reads with personalized recommendations, search by author or genre, and enjoy offline reading. Customize your reading experience with adjustable fonts and themes.

Amazon Kindle: Reading App#2

Amazon Kindle: Reading App by AMZN Mobile LLC

Read books. Millions of ebooks
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.9😊(5.9M ratings)
Free
#4in Books
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Access and read millions of ebooks, magazines, and comics on your device. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text, brightness, and layout. Sync your progress, notes, and highlights across all your devices seamlessly.

What We Love

  • 📚 Huge library of books
  • 📱 Portable and convenient
  • 🔍 Useful features like dictionary lookup and highlighting
  • 🌙 Adjustable reading settings (font, brightness, etc.)
  • 🔁 Seamless syncing across devices
  • 💰 Affordable books and Kindle Unlimited subscription

Room to Improve

  • 🛒 Cannot purchase books directly in the app
  • 🗂️ Difficulty organizing and managing large book libraries
  • 🔍 Inconsistent behavior when highlighting/taking notes
  • 🔄 Unreliable syncing between devices
  • 🔌 Drains device battery quickly
Libby, the library app#3

Libby, the library app by OverDrive, Inc.

Library audiobooks and ebooks
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.9😊(4.6M ratings)
Free
#2in Books
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Access your local library's digital collection of ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines for free. Read or listen on your phone or tablet, download titles for offline use, and personalize your reading experience with customizable settings.

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 Free Reading Apps

What are the best free reading apps for iPhone?
FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads tops our free reading apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 3.4K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 249+ free reading apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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