Best Library Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 250+ library apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Library Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Gospel LibraryGospel LibraryFree4.4★ (13K)NoNoNov 2026
2Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.6M)NoNoNov 2026
3Hoopla: Your Library AnywhereHoopla: Your Library AnywhereFree4.8★ (1.4M)NoNoNov 2026
4Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.6★ (149K)NoNoNov 2026
5CloudLibraryCloudLibraryFree4.8★ (265K)NoNoNov 2026
6Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.9M)NoNoNov 2026
7Bookshelf-Your virtual libraryBookshelf-Your virtual libraryFree4.8★ (3.1K)YesYesNov 2026
8Goodreads: Book Tracker & MoreGoodreads: Book Tracker & MoreFree4.8★ (764K)NoNoNov 2026

Top Picks for Library

4.4😊(13K ratings)
Free
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Access a comprehensive collection of religious texts, conference addresses, music, and learning materials. Study, search, mark, and share a vast library of spiritual content.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent resource with vast content
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 💡 Helpful study tools and features
  • 🙏 Grateful for this free app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔍 Search function issues
  • 🔌 Audio playback problems
  • 📱 Compatibility issues with older devices
Libby, the library app#2

Libby, the library app by OverDrive, Inc.

Library audiobooks and ebooks
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.9😊(4.6M ratings)
Free
#3in 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
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere#3

Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere by Midwest Tape, LLC

Books, Movies, Music, and More
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.8😊(1.4M ratings)
Free
#5in 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
  • 👍 Helpful for dyslexic users

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy, crashes frequently
  • 🔍 Limited search and browsing functionality
  • 🔍 Inconsistent syncing across devices
  • 🔍 Unintuitive navigation
  • 🔍 Missing key features like previewing audiobooks

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FAQ about Library

What are the best library apps for iPhone?
Gospel Library tops our library apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 13K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top library apps we rank are free to download, including Gospel Library and Libby, the library app.
Gospel Library has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 250+ library apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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