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Best Manybooks Apps

243+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5★, the manybooks category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 243+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Manybooks Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (71K)YesNoJul 2026
2Gutenberg Reader + Many BooksGutenberg Reader + Many BooksFree3.6★ (104)YesNoJul 2026
3Inkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooksInkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooksFree4.6★ (277K)YesYesJul 2026
4Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.7M)YesNoJul 2026
5eBook Search - download bookseBook Search - download booksFree4.5★ (3.4K)YesNoJul 2026
6Kobo Books & AudiobooksKobo Books & AudiobooksFree4.5★ (27K)NoNoJul 2026
7Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.1M)NoNoJul 2026
8Wattpad - Read & Write StoriesWattpad - Read & Write StoriesFree4.7★ (706K)YesYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Manybooks

Apple Books#1

Apple Books by Apple Inc.

Read, listen, discover.
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.4😐(71K ratings)
FreeAds
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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
Gutenberg Reader + Many Books#2

Gutenberg Reader + Many Books by Haven Tran

Gutenberg Books + eBook Reader
Strong Contender
📚 Books
3.6(104 ratings)
FreeAds
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Access over 100,000 free public domain eBooks from Project Gutenberg. Enjoy a customizable reading experience with features like text-to-speech, auto-scrolling, and note-taking. Download books for offline reading on any device.

Inkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooks#3

Inkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooks by Inkitt

Read Novels & Stories
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.6😊(277K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#3in Books
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great stories
  • 🎶 Immersive audio and visuals
  • 🤓 Engaging and addictive content
  • 📚 Diverse genre selection

Room to Improve

  • ⏱️ Long wait times between chapters
  • 💰 Expensive subscription and in-app purchases
  • 🤔 Inconsistent chapter lengths

More Manybooks apps to explore

4
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Amazon Kindle: Reading App
Read eBooks & Magazines
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
(5.7M)
free with in-app purchases
5
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
6
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
7
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
8
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
9
PocketBook Reader
PocketBook Reader
PocketBook Reader
PDF, EPUB, FB2, Audiobooks
Free

This app is a versatile reader supporting 26 book and audio formats, including EPUB, PDF, and audiobooks. It offers features like PDF reflow, text-to-speech, cloud synchronization, and extensive customization options for a comfortable reading experience.

Supports 26 book and audio formatsPDF Reflow functionText-to-speech engine
📚 Books
(8.8K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Goodreads: Book Tracker & More
Kindle, Audible, Amazon & more
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
(730K)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
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
LibriVox Audiobooks
LibriVox Audiobooks
LibriVox Audiobooks
45,000 unlimited audiobooks
Free

Access a vast library of over 45,000 free audiobooks, including classics and bestsellers in over 30 languages. Stream or download titles for offline listening, and organize your favorites into collections.

Unlimited audiobook access45,000+ free titlesStream or download
📚 Books
(400)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
15
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
16
Offline Books - Read Unlimited
Offline Books - Read Unlimited
Offline Books - Read Unlimited
Classic eBooks Reader Library
Free

Access a vast library of classic public domain books for free. Download titles to read offline in multiple languages. This intuitive reader app offers a wide selection of literary works and authors.

Unlimited free booksOffline readingMultiple languages
📚 Books
(192)
free with in-app purchases
17
Epub Reader -read epub,chm,txt
Epub Reader -read epub,chm,txt
Epub Reader -read epub,chm,txt
Ebook Reader for many formats
Free

This app offers a seamless reading experience for various ebook formats including EPUB, PDF, and CHM. It supports multiple compression formats and provides features like table of contents, note-taking, and bookmarking. Customize your reading with adjustable font sizes.

Supports EPUB, PDF, CHM, RTF formatsOpens compressed files (ZIP, RAR, 7Zip)Table of Contents navigation
📚 Books
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
18
BookBub
BookBub
BookBub
Create a wishlist, get deals
Free

Discover daily deals on bestselling and free ebooks across all genres. Track your wishlist and receive price alerts for your favorite titles, ensuring you never miss a sale on books you want to read.

Daily ebook dealsHundreds of free ebooksPersonalized recommendations
📚 Books
(819)
free
19
Inkitt: Books, Novels, Stories
Inkitt: Books, Novels, Stories
Inkitt: Books, Novels, Stories
Fantasy, Sci-Fi, Romance
Free

Discover and read millions of indie novels across diverse genres like romance, fantasy, and sci-fi. Connect with a global community of readers and writers, and support emerging authors through an optional subscription program. Download books for offline reading and personalize your experience.

Discover indie novelsRead across genresOffline reading
📚 Books
(9.3K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Bookmate. Listen & read books
Bookmate. Listen & read books
Bookmate. Listen & read books
Ebooks & audiobooks
Free

Access a vast library of ebooks and audiobooks in multiple languages. Discover new titles through personalized recommendations and curated bookshelves. Organize your reading, save quotes, and sync progress across devices.

Vast ebook and audiobook libraryMulti-language supportPersonalized recommendations
📚 Books
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Manybooks

What are the best manybooks apps for iPhone?
Apple Books tops our manybooks apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 71K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top manybooks apps we rank are free to download, including Apple Books and Gutenberg Reader + Many Books.
Apple Books shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 243+ manybooks apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Apple Books is a digital platform for discovering, reading, and listening to a vast collection of books and audiobooks. It offers personalized recommendations, curated collections, and tools to customize your reading experience and track your progress.
You can customize your reading experience by choosing from various reading themes, adjusting font styles and sizes, line height, and letter spacing. The app also offers an Auto-Night Theme for comfortable reading in low light and vertical scrolling options.