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Best Kindle Books Apps

230+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

Amazon Kindle is the household name in kindle books, but it's far from the only option. We track 230+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Kindle Books Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.8M)NoNoAug 2026
2Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (86K)NoNoAug 2026
3eBooks for KindleeBooks for KindleFree4.2★ (9)YesNoAug 2026
4Audible: Audiobooks & PodcastsAudible: Audiobooks & PodcastsFree4.9★ (5.6M)NoYesAug 2026
5Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.4M)NoNoAug 2026
6Barnes & Noble NOOKBarnes & Noble NOOKFree4.7★ (117K)YesNoAug 2026
7NovelFlow-Unlimited BooksNovelFlow-Unlimited BooksFree4.7★ (11K)NoYesAug 2026
8Goodreads: Book Tracker & MoreGoodreads: Book Tracker & MoreFree4.8★ (742K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Kindle Books

Amazon Kindle: Reading App#1

Amazon Kindle: Reading App by AMZN Mobile LLC

Read books. Millions of ebooks
Editor's Choice
📚 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
Apple Books#2

Apple Books by Apple Inc.

Read, listen, discover.
Strong Contender
📚 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
eBooks for Kindle#3

eBooks for Kindle by HYM

Find Your New Favorite eBooks
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.2(9 ratings)
FreeAds
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Discover new favorite e-book titles for free. Browse numerous categories and search by country to find Kindle books. View detailed book information before being redirected to Amazon to purchase.

More Kindle Books apps to explore

4
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
5
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
6
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
7
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
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
8
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
(742K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Amazon Shopping
Amazon Shopping
Amazon Shopping
More benefits, fewer steps
Free

Shop millions of products with app-exclusive benefits for a faster, easier experience. Track deliveries in real-time, view products in 360°, get sale alerts, and enjoy secure sign-in. Access 24/7 live chat support and find items by scanning them.

Real-time delivery tracking360° product viewView in your room (AR)
🛍️ Shopping
(8.4M)
free with in-app purchases
10
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
11
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
12
Google Play Books & Audiobooks
Google Play Books & Audiobooks
Google Play Books & Audiobooks
Books & Audiobooks
Free

Access millions of ebooks, audiobooks, comics, and manga in one app. Organize your library, enjoy customizable reading and listening experiences, and take your stories anywhere, even offline. Features include smart notes, kid-friendly tools, and voice control for audiobooks.

Millions of ebooks, audiobooks, comics, mangaOffline reading and listeningCustomizable library shelves
📚 Books
(9.6K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Audiobooks, ebooks, podcasts
Free

Access millions of audiobooks, ebooks, and podcasts with a reading subscription. Enjoy content across devices, online and offline, with customizable features for both reading and listening. Explore diverse genres and bestsellers with flexible monthly plans.

Millions of audiobooks and ebooksOffline accessCross-device compatibility
📚 Books
(27K)
subscription
14
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
15
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
(282K)
free with in-app purchases
16
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
17
Book Bridge: Send to Kindle
Book Bridge: Send to Kindle
Book Bridge: Send to Kindle
OPDS Library & EPUB Manager
Free

Effortlessly send books to your Kindle from your self-hosted library or loose files. Converts and optimizes formats, and analyzes book content for tropes and mood. Offers a beautiful digital bookshelf experience.

One-click send to KindleConnect OPDS catalogs (Calibre, Kavita)Automatic format conversion and optimization
📚 Books
(1)
freemium
18
Readict - novels and more
Readict - novels and more
Readict - novels and more
Romance & Fanfiction Books
Free

Discover a vast library of addicting novels, from romance to paranormal fiction. Personalized recommendations help you find your next favorite story. Read anytime, anywhere.

Vast novel libraryRomance and fanfiction genresPersonalized recommendations
📚 Books
(12K)
free with in-app purchases
19
KyBook 3 Ebook Reader
KyBook 3 Ebook Reader
KyBook 3 Ebook Reader
Epub, Mobi, Djvu and More
Free

This app is a versatile e-book reader and cataloger supporting numerous formats like EPUB, MOBI, and PDF. It offers a comfortable reading experience with customizable options, powerful annotation tools, and seamless cloud storage integration. Organize your library with tags, collections, and a handy cataloguer.

Supports all major e-book formatsOPDS catalog accessComfortable reading mode with themes
📚 Books
(4.6K)
free with in-app purchases
20
DropKind: Send to Kindle
DropKind: Send to Kindle
DropKind: Send to Kindle
Save Now. Read Deeply
Free

Easily send web articles, PDFs, and other documents to your Kindle device for focused, distraction-free reading. The app cleans up content for a comfortable experience and delivers it instantly.

Send web articles and blog postsSend PDFs, Word documents, and EPUB filesInstant delivery to Kindle
📚 Books
(1)
free

FAQ about Kindle Books

What are the best kindle books apps for iPhone?
Amazon Kindle: Reading App tops our kindle books apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 5.8M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top kindle books apps we rank are free to download, including Amazon Kindle: Reading App and Apple Books.
Amazon Kindle: Reading App has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 230+ kindle books apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
You can read eBooks, magazines, and comics that you have purchased on Amazon. The app also provides access to titles included with Kindle Unlimited and Amazon Prime memberships.
You can customize text size, font type, margins, text alignment, and orientation. You can also adjust brightness and background colors for comfortable reading day or night.

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