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Best Mp3 Audiobook Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.9 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated August 2026

MP3 Audiobook Player is the household name in mp3 audiobook, but it's far from the only option. We track 245+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Mp3 Audiobook Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MP3 Audiobook PlayerMP3 Audiobook PlayerFree3.9★ (427)YesYesAug 2026
2MP3 Audiobook Player ProMP3 Audiobook Player Pro$7.994.1★ (231)NoNoAug 2026
3BookPlayerBookPlayerFree4.8★ (18K)NoYesAug 2026
4Aucast - mp3 audiobook playerAucast - mp3 audiobook playerFree1.0★ (2)NoYesJul 2026
5Audiobook Player: M4B & MP3Audiobook Player: M4B & MP3Free5.0★ (2)NoNoAug 2026
6Bound - Audiobook PlayerBound - Audiobook Player$4.994.6★ (2K)NoNoAug 2026
7Chirp AudiobooksChirp AudiobooksFree4.8★ (87K)NoNoAug 2026
8AudioBooks - MP3 & M4B playerAudioBooks - MP3 & M4B playerFree was $0.994.3★ (18)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Mp3 Audiobook

MP3 Audiobook Player#1

MP3 Audiobook Player by Oleg Brailean

Plays MP3/M4B/AWB audiobooks
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
3.9😊(427 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app allows you to play audiobooks in various formats like MP3, M4B, and M4A on your Apple devices. It supports playback speed adjustment, EQ, and seamless continuation from where you left off. Enjoy your audiobooks without conversion hassles.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Efficient file management
  • 💡 Useful features like sleep timer and playback speed
  • 🚀 Seamless audiobook playback

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 💰 Paid version required to remove ads and access all features
MP3 Audiobook Player Pro#2

MP3 Audiobook Player Pro by Oleg Brailean

Listen audiobooks anywhere!
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.1😊(231 ratings)
$7.99
#67in Books
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This app allows you to listen to your own audiobooks in various formats on your Apple devices. It offers adjustable playback speed, sound boosting, and automatic saving of your listening position. Enjoy your audiobooks with convenient controls and car integration.

What We Love

  • 👍 Excellent audiobook player
  • 🚀 Highly customizable with many features
  • 💡 Supports various audio formats
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Issues with playback position not saving
  • 🐛 Bugs with speed controls and audio quality
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
BookPlayer#3

BookPlayer by Gianni Carlo

Plays M4B/M4A/MP3 audiobooks
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.8😊(18K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#59in Books
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This app provides a dedicated listening experience for audiobooks in M4B, M4A, MP3, and FLAC formats. It offers robust import, management, and playback features, including chapter navigation, variable playback speed, and cloud sync for seamless listening across devices.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Flawless playback
  • 👍 Intuitive and clean interface
  • 💡 Ability to import from various sources
  • 🚀 Fast and responsive

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
  • 🐛 Issues with importing or playing certain files
  • 🐛 Syncing issues between devices

More Mp3 Audiobook apps to explore

4
Aucast - mp3 audiobook player
Aucast - mp3 audiobook player
Aucast - mp3 audiobook player
Mp3 and AAC player
Free

This app plays mp3, aac, and m4a audiobooks and podcasts on your iPhone and iPad. It offers easy file transfer options and saves your reading progress. Enjoy a free trial of 5 minutes per file.

Plays MP3, AAC, and M4A filesSaves reading progressAutomatic Dropbox import
📚 Books
(2)
free with in-app purchases
5
Audiobook Player: M4B & MP3
Audiobook Player: M4B & MP3
Audiobook Player: M4B & MP3
Listen offline, sleep timer
Free

This app allows you to import and listen to your own audiobooks in various formats. It offers advanced playback controls, chapter navigation, a sleep timer, and a unique silence skipping feature to save listening time. Your privacy is protected with no accounts or tracking.

Import MP3, M4B, M4A, FLAC, AAC filesVariable playback speedChapter navigation and bookmarks
📚 Books
(2)
free
6
Bound - Audiobook Player
Bound - Audiobook Player
Bound - Audiobook Player
Play MP3/M4B/M4A audiobooks
$4.99

Listen to your DRM-free audiobooks with a modern interface. Import files from cloud services or your computer, manage your library, and enjoy features like automatic playback saving, adjustable speed, and chapter support. Includes CarPlay integration and a sleep timer.

Import from cloud services (Dropbox, OneDrive)Web uploader via WiFiAutomatic playback position saving
📚 Books
(2K)
free
7
Chirp Audiobooks
Chirp Audiobooks
Chirp Audiobooks
Audio without Subscriptions
Free

Discover and purchase audiobooks at significant discounts, with many titles available for free. This app allows you to stream or download your purchased audiobooks for offline listening, offering a cost-effective way to enjoy a vast library without any subscription fees.

Discounted audiobooks starting at $1Hundreds of free audiobooks availableStream or download for offline listening
📚 Books
(87K)
free with in-app purchases
8
AudioBooks - MP3 & M4B player
AudioBooks - MP3 & M4B player
AudioBooks - MP3 & M4B player
by Pavlo Klymenko
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF

Enjoy your audiobook collection with an ad-free, private listening experience. This app offers customizable playback controls, library management, and the ability to convert EPUB files into audiobooks.

Ad-free and no data collectionEPUB to Audiobook conversionCustomizable skip buttons
📚 Books
(18)
free with in-app purchases
9
Audiobook Player Offline Books
Audiobook Player Offline Books
Audiobook Player Offline Books
Offline MP3/MP4/MOV Uploader
Free

Listen to your personal audiobooks with this simple player. Upload your MP3, MP4, MOV, or WAV files and enjoy audiobook-style playback. Features include progress tracking, smart controls, and offline listening.

Upload personal audio files (MP3, MP4, MOV, WAV)Track listening progress and resume playbackSmart playback controls (skip, seek, speed)
📚 Books
(0)
free
10
Novelwave: An Audiobook Player
Novelwave: An Audiobook Player
Novelwave: An Audiobook Player
Offline player for audiobooks
Free

This app provides a personalized listening experience for your DRM-free audiobooks. It allows for flexible imports, easy organization, and advanced playback customization. Enjoy features like chapter navigation, headphone controls, and bookmarking.

Import various audio formatsOrganize audiobooks into collectionsMerge audio files
📚 Books
(54)
free
11
Audiobook Player: MP3 M4A M4B
Audiobook Player: MP3 M4A M4B
Audiobook Player: MP3 M4A M4B
Import, Listen & Sync Offline
Free

Import and manage your personal audiobooks from various sources, including cloud storage and your computer. Enjoy features like chapter recaps, smart rewind, and offline listening. Sync progress across devices and access a library of free public domain titles.

Import from Files, cloud, WiFiChapter Recaps with Apple IntelligenceBuilt-in LibriVox browser
📚 Books
(14)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
13
Offline Audiobook Player
Offline Audiobook Player
Offline Audiobook Player
Listen MP3/M4B/M4A audiobooks
Free

This app provides a private and feature-rich experience for listening to your own audiobook files. It offers advanced playback controls, robust library management, and supports various audio formats, all stored locally on your device.

Local storage, no cloud dependencyChapter navigationVariable playback speed
📚 Books
(1)
freemium
14
Music Player & Audio Books
Music Player & Audio Books
Music Player & Audio Books
MP3 Downloader, Cloud Library
Free

This app allows you to download and play audio files, including audiobooks and music, offline. It supports importing from cloud services and offers advanced playback controls. An optional premium membership removes ads and unlocks additional features.

Offline playback of audio filesImport from cloud services (Dropbox, Google Drive, iCloud)Advanced audio sorting and playlist management
📚 Books
(27)
free with in-app purchases
15
Audiobook Player SmartBook
Audiobook Player SmartBook
Audiobook Player SmartBook
Play MP3 audio book librivox
Free

Easily play your downloaded MP3 audiobooks on your phone. This app remembers your listening progress, allows for adjustable playback speed, and can shorten silences for more efficient listening. Import your library via cloud services or a local Wi-Fi server.

MP3, M4B, M4A file supportAdjustable playback speedShorten silences
🔧 Utilities
(255)
free with in-app purchases
16
Audiobound – Audiobook-Player
Audiobound – Audiobook-Player
Audiobound – Audiobook-Player
for your Apple Music Library
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
17
LP Audiobook
LP Audiobook
LP Audiobook
by Juergen Loos
Free
🎵 Music
(0)
18
BookPlayer: MP3/M4B/M4A/MP4
BookPlayer: MP3/M4B/M4A/MP4
BookPlayer: MP3/M4B/M4A/MP4
Play audio books offline
Free

This app is a dedicated audio player for your personal audiobook collection. It supports various audio file formats and offers convenient playback features like automatic bookmarking and sleep timers. Enjoy your audiobooks offline without any advertisements.

Plays MP3, MP4, M4B, M4A formatsAutomatic bookmarkingQuick chapter jumping
📚 Books
(197)
free with in-app purchases
19
King James Version Bible Offline:KJV Audiobook MP3
King James Version Bible Offline:KJV Audiobook MP3
King James Version Bible Offline:KJV Audiobook MP3
by Thawatchai Boontan
Free

Access the King James Version of the Bible offline, with full functionality for reading, note-taking, and highlighting. Includes an audio version for listening to God's Word, though internet is required for initial download.

Offline Bible studyNote-takingHighlighting
🔍 Reference
(1)
free with in-app purchases
20
Unpaged: Audiobook Player
Unpaged: Audiobook Player
Unpaged: Audiobook Player
LibriVox, Bookmarks, Offline
Free
📚 Books
(0)

FAQ about Mp3 Audiobook

What are the best mp3 audiobook apps for iPhone?
MP3 Audiobook Player tops our mp3 audiobook apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 3.9-star average from 427 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top mp3 audiobook apps we rank are free to download, including MP3 Audiobook Player and BookPlayer.
MP3 Audiobook Player shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 245+ mp3 audiobook apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
MP3 Audiobook Player is a mobile application designed to play audiobook files in various formats, including MP3, M4B, M4A, and others, on Apple devices. It eliminates the need for audiobooks to be converted into specific formats supported by your device.
Key features include support for a wide range of audio file formats (MP3, M4B, M4A, etc.), adjustable playback speed from 0.5x to 5.0x, an 8-band parametric equalizer, and the ability to resume playback from your last stopping point. It also integrates with CarPlay and offers a sleep timer.

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