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Best Listening Library App

0+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

Libby, the library app is the household name in listening library app, but it's far from the only option. We track 0+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Listening Library App (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.4M)NoNoAug 2026
2Hoopla: Your Library AnywhereHoopla: Your Library AnywhereFree4.8★ (1.4M)NoNoAug 2026
3CloudLibraryCloudLibraryFree4.8★ (253K)NoNoAug 2026
4Apple PodcastsApple PodcastsFree4.9★ (2.1M)YesNoAug 2026
5Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.8M)NoNoAug 2026
6Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (86K)NoNoAug 2026
7Solus Library AppSolus Library AppFree2.7★ (13)NoNoAug 2026
8Spydus LibrarySpydus LibraryFree1.0★ (1)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Listening Library App

Libby, the library app#1

Libby, the library app by OverDrive, Inc.

Library audiobooks and ebooks
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.9😊(4.4M ratings)
Free
#3in Books
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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.

What We Love

  • 📚 Extensive library of books and audiobooks
  • 🔍 Convenient search and browsing features
  • 🔖 Easy to manage holds and returns
  • 🔄 Seamless syncing across devices

Room to Improve

  • 🕰️ Long wait times for popular titles
  • 🔍 Confusing search and filtering options
  • 🤯 Buggy and unstable performance
Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere#2

Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere by Midwest Tape, LLC

Books, Manga, Movies and More
Strong Contender
📚 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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy, crashes frequently
  • 🔍 Limited search and browsing functionality
  • 🔍 Inconsistent syncing across devices
CloudLibrary#3

CloudLibrary by OCLC

browse, borrow and enjoy
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.8😐(253K ratings)
Free
#31in 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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🐛 Unreliable page/progress tracking
  • 🐛 Inconsistent user experience

More Listening Library App apps to explore

4
Apple Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
Audio and video podcasts
Free

Discover and listen to a vast library of podcasts that entertain, inform, and inspire. Get personalized recommendations and curated collections to explore new shows. Seamlessly sync your listening progress across all your Apple devices.

Listen and watch podcastsDownload and play offlinePersonalized recommendations
🎬 Entertainment
(2.1M)
free with in-app purchases
5
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Read books. Millions of ebooks
Free

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.

Read purchased eBooksAccess Kindle UnlimitedCustomizable text and display
📚 Books
(5.8M)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
(86K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Solus Library App
Solus Library App
Solus Library App
from Solus
Free

Access your local library's catalog and manage your account on your Apple device. Search for books, renew existing loans, and place new reservations with ease. Contact your library to get started.

Manage library accountSearch catalogRenew books
🌟 Lifestyle
(13)
free
8
Spydus Library
Spydus Library
Spydus Library
Access library resources
Free

Access your library's online services from your mobile device. Search for items, manage loans and reservations, update your details, and download e-books and audiobooks. Discover new reads with curated lists and recommendations.

Search and reserve library itemsView loans, reservations, and paymentsUpdate personal details
🔍 Reference
(1)
free
9
Mid-Hudson Libraries
Mid-Hudson Libraries
Mid-Hudson Libraries
66 Libraries 1 Great Community
Free

Manage your library account, search the catalog, and borrow digital content like eBooks and eAudiobooks. Discover library events, get directions, and receive important notifications.

Search library catalogManage accountDownload eBooks and eAudiobooks
🌟 Lifestyle
(4)
free
10
Listening: Text to Speech
Listening: Text to Speech
Listening: Text to Speech
Read aloud Papers, Web & PDFs
Free

Transform written content like articles, papers, and PDFs into natural-sounding audio. Ideal for students and professionals, this app enables hands-free learning and efficient multitasking.

Convert articles, papers, books, and PDFs to audioNatural-sounding human-like voicesOne-click note-taking while listening
📊 Productivity
(1.3K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Lexington County Library
Lexington County Library
Lexington County Library
Public Library
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
12
Library Connection Mobile
Library Connection Mobile
Library Connection Mobile
Library Connection Inc
Free

Manage your local library account on the go. Search the catalog, borrow digital books and audiobooks, place holds, and renew items. The app also provides branch information and offers mobile self-checkout.

Search library catalogManage accountDownload eBooks and audiobooks
🌟 Lifestyle
(4)
free
13
Listening Library
Listening Library
Listening Library
by Matthew Hood
Free
📚 Books
(0)
14
Provo Library
Provo Library
Provo Library
by Provo City Library at Academy Square
Free

Access the Provo City Library's collection from your mobile device. Browse the catalog, place holds, manage your account, and discover new books and events.

Browse library catalogPlace holds on itemsManage your library account
📚 Books
(21)
free
15
Washington County Library
Washington County Library
Washington County Library
by Washington County Library
Free

Access your local library's catalog from your mobile device. Search for books, audiobooks, eBooks, movies, and music. Manage your account, place holds, renew items, and find library hours and events.

Search library catalogManage library accountRenew items
📚 Books
(3)
free
16
Biblio Library
Biblio Library
Biblio Library
Player for library audio books
Free

Access and enjoy your library's digital audiobooks and e-books in one convenient application. Stream or download titles for offline listening and reading, making literature accessible anywhere.

Borrow digital booksRead and listen to literatureOffline access
📚 Books
(10)
free
17
Mobile Public Library (AL)
Mobile Public Library (AL)
Mobile Public Library (AL)
Mobile Public Library To Go
Free

Access the Mobile Public Library catalog, manage your account, and borrow digital content like books, audiobooks, and movies. Renew items and place holds directly from your device.

Search library catalogManage accountRenew items
🌟 Lifestyle
(8)
free
18
Riverside Library Cooperative
Riverside Library Cooperative
Riverside Library Cooperative
by Gopinath Jagamohan
Free

Easily manage your library account, search catalogs, and access digital materials. Reserve items, schedule pickups, and discover library events all from your mobile device. Enjoy convenient library access anytime, anywhere.

Manage library accountsSearch library catalogsAccess digital materials
📚 Books
(468)
free
19
Smart Alec @ Your Library
Smart Alec @ Your Library
Smart Alec @ Your Library
Smart Alec
Free

Access library services remotely from your smartphone or tablet. Print documents, reserve PCs, and pay fees without waiting in line. Streamline your library visits with convenient mobile access.

Print emails, maps, and notesSign up for library PCsPay library charges
🔧 Utilities
(49)
free
20
DC Public Library
DC Public Library
DC Public Library
by District of Columbia Public Library
Free

Access a vast collection of books, DVDs, and digital media from your local library. Manage your account, place holds, and discover nearby branches and events.

Search library catalogManage library accountPlace and cancel holds
📚 Books
(19)
free

FAQ about Listening Library App

What is the best listening library app for iPhone?
Libby, the library app tops our listening library app ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 4.4M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top listening library app we rank are free to download, including Libby, the library app and Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere.
Libby, the library app has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
This app allows you to borrow millions of ebooks and audiobooks from your local library for free. You can browse your library's digital catalog, borrow titles instantly with a library card, and enjoy them on your devices.
Key features include borrowing ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines, downloading titles for offline use, sending ebooks to Kindle (U.S. libraries only), listening to audiobooks via Apple CarPlay, and creating custom book lists. It also offers a customizable ebook reader and an advanced audio player.