249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
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 August 2026.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.7★ (2.6K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.9★ (5.8M) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.9★ (4.4M) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.4★ (86K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.7★ (117K) | Yes | No | Aug 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.6★ (9.5K) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.8★ (1.4M) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.7★ (706K) | Yes | Yes | Aug 2026 |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Discover and read millions of indie novels across diverse genres like romance, fantasy, and sci-fi. Connect with a global community of readers and writers, and support emerging authors through an optional subscription program. Download books for offline reading and personalize your experience.
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.
Discover and read millions of original stories across diverse genres, or share your own writing with a global community. Connect with fellow readers and writers, build your personal library, and potentially see your work discovered by entertainment companies.
Access a vast library of over 500,000 ebooks and audiobooks, including trending novels and fanfiction. Enjoy offline reading with one-tap downloads and customize your reading experience with adjustable fonts and themes. New chapters are updated daily across a wide range of genres.
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.
This educational app offers over 5,000 games, books, and activities for children aged 2-8. It covers reading, math, phonics, and more, with engaging characters and content aligned with educational standards. The app is completely free and designed to foster a love of learning.
This app encourages reading for all ages through engaging challenges and easy progress tracking. It allows family profiles, individual logging, and offers features like barcode scanning and reading timers. It prioritizes user privacy by not selling data or showing ads.
This app provides interactive stories and over 700 hands-on lessons designed to help children from preschool to second grade learn to read. It focuses on phonics, sight words, and vocabulary through engaging, multi-sensory activities and mini-games, all in a kid-safe, ad-free environment.
