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231+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

The best goodreads free apps on iPhone average 4.6★ across 231+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated July 2026.

Compare top Goodreads Free Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Goodreads: Book Tracker & MoreGoodreads: Book Tracker & MoreFree4.8★ (730K)YesNoJul 2026
2Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.7M)YesNoJul 2026
3GoodNovel - Booktok, StoriesGoodNovel - Booktok, StoriesFree4.5★ (215K)NoYesJul 2026
4Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.1M)NoNoJul 2026
5Audible: Audiobooks & PodcastsAudible: Audiobooks & PodcastsFree4.9★ (5.5M)YesYesJul 2026
6FreeBooks: 76,000 Top ReadsFreeBooks: 76,000 Top ReadsFree4.7★ (2.3K)YesYesJul 2026
7Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (71K)YesNoJul 2026
8Chirp AudiobooksChirp AudiobooksFree4.8★ (86K)YesNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Goodreads Free

Goodreads: Book Tracker & More#1

Goodreads: Book Tracker & More by Goodreads, Inc

Kindle, Audible, Amazon & more
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.8😊(730K ratings)
FreeAds
#5in Books
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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.

What We Love

  • 📚 Great resource for book lovers
  • 👥 Helpful community and reviews
  • 🔍 Useful for discovering new books
  • 🗓️ Effective for tracking reading progress

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
  • 🔍 Inconsistent search and navigation
  • 🔢 Lack of half-star rating option
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
#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
GoodNovel - Booktok, Stories#3

GoodNovel - Booktok, Stories by SINGAPORE NEW READING TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.

Top Trending Romance Novels
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.5😐(215K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#2in Books
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Discover a vast collection of web novels across various genres like romance, fantasy, and sci-fi. Read popular stories, explore trending titles, and even become an author to share your own writing dreams. Earn coins through in-app tasks to continue reading.

What We Love

  • 📚 Great selection of stories
  • 🤓 Captivating and intriguing plots
  • 🕰️ Enjoyable way to pass time
  • 👍 Convenient reading on mobile

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Chapters are too expensive
  • 🕰️ Slow progress due to limited free coins
  • 🔁 Repetitive and never-ending stories

More Goodreads Free apps to explore

4
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
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
6
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
7
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
8
Chirp Audiobooks
Chirp Audiobooks
Chirp Audiobooks
Audio without Subscriptions
Free

Discover and purchase audiobooks at significant discounts, with many titles available for free. This app allows you to stream or download your purchased audiobooks for offline listening, offering a cost-effective way to enjoy a vast library without any subscription fees.

Discounted audiobooks starting at $1Hundreds of free audiobooks availableStream or download for offline listening
📚 Books
(86K)
free with in-app purchases
9
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
10
Dreame - Read Best Romance
Dreame - Read Best Romance
Dreame - Read Best Romance
Get All Cool Original Novels
Free

Explore a vast library of original novels, featuring popular genres like romance, fantasy, and young adult fiction. Discover trending stories, enjoy personalized recommendations, and customize your reading experience with adjustable settings. Read anytime, anywhere.

Vast library of original novelsPopular genres: Romance, Fantasy, YATrending and TikTok hot novels
📚 Books
(170K)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
12
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
(76K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Wattpad - Read & Write Stories
Wattpad - Read & Write Stories
Wattpad - Read & Write Stories
Books: reading and writing
Free

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.

Discover original storiesWrite and share your storiesConnect with readers and writers
📚 Books
(706K)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
(65K)
free with in-app purchases
15
NovelFlow-Unlimited Books
NovelFlow-Unlimited Books
NovelFlow-Unlimited Books
Read All Stories & Audiobooks
Free

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.

500,000+ ebooks and audiobooksOffline reading with downloadsDaily chapter updates
📚 Books
(10K)
free with in-app purchases
16
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
17
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere
Books, Comics, Movies & 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
18
Elf Novel - Romance & Werewolf
Elf Novel - Romance & Werewolf
Elf Novel - Romance & Werewolf
Complete Novels
Free

Discover a vast library of original novels across various genres, including romance, fantasy, and sci-fi. Enjoy a customizable reading experience with offline access and curated book rankings. Explore free offers and purchase books or chapters.

Large original book libraryBook rankingsFree offers and sales
🎬 Entertainment
(766)
free with in-app purchases
19
MoboReader: Top Novels & Books
MoboReader: Top Novels & Books
MoboReader: Top Novels & Books
Read Trending Romance Books
Free

Access a vast library of best-selling novels, fanfiction, and original series with customizable reading options. Enjoy ebooks offline, listen to audiobooks, and discover new stories updated daily. Offers free trials and coins for paid content.

Millions of best sellers and novelsOriginal series and fanfictionCustomizable reading experience
📚 Books
(51K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Light Novel - Offline Reader
Light Novel - Offline Reader
Light Novel - Offline Reader
Romance & Fantasy Novels
Free

Access thousands of free romance and fantasy novels offline. Download chapters to read anytime, anywhere, with features like AI narration and instant translation. Enjoy daily updates and a customizable reading experience.

Free unlimited novelsOffline readingAI audio narration
📚 Books
(278)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Goodreads Free

What are the best goodreads free apps for iPhone?
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More tops our goodreads free apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 730K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 231+ goodreads free apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.