Best Library Books Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 249+ library books 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 Books Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Hoopla: Your Library AnywhereHoopla: Your Library AnywhereFree4.8★ (1.4M)NoNoNov 2026
2Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.6M)NoNoNov 2026
3CloudLibraryCloudLibraryFree4.8★ (265K)NoNoNov 2026
4Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.9M)NoNoNov 2026
5BoundlessBoundlessFree4.4★ (18K)NoNoNov 2026
6My Books – Unlimited LibraryMy Books – Unlimited LibraryFree3.9★ (1.4K)YesYesNov 2026
7Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.6★ (141K)NoNoNov 2026
8Audiobooks: Books & LibraryAudiobooks: Books & LibraryFree—YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Library Books

Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere#1

Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere by Midwest Tape, LLC

Books, Movies, Music, and More
Editor's Choice
📚 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
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
CloudLibrary#3

CloudLibrary by OCLC

browse, borrow and enjoy
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.8😐(265K ratings)
Free
#47in Books
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Manage your library account and discover new content. Borrow physical items, access eBooks and audiobooks, and receive helpful reminders. Personalize your reading experience and stay organized with this intuitive library companion.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient access to library books
  • 🚀 Wide selection of books
  • 👍 Great resource during the pandemic
  • 👍 Ability to read/listen on multiple devices

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🐛 Unreliable page/progress tracking
  • 🐛 Inconsistent user experience
  • 🐛 Slow performance and loading times
  • 🐛 Confusing navigation and interface

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FAQ about Library Books

What are the best library books apps for iPhone?
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere tops our library books apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 1.4M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top library books apps we rank are free to download, including Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere and Libby, the library app.
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 249+ library books apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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