Best Public Domain Books Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Out of 249+ public domain 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 Public Domain Books Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Gutenberg | eBook ReaderGutenberg | eBook ReaderFree4.5★ (768)YesYesNov 2026
2Classics – Public Domain BooksClassics – Public Domain BooksFree4.0★ (3)NoNoOct 2026
3Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.6M)NoNoNov 2026
4eBook Search - download bookseBook Search - download booksFree4.5★ (3.5K)YesNoNov 2026
5Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.6★ (140K)NoNoNov 2026
6LibriVox AudiobooksLibriVox AudiobooksFree4.8★ (33K)YesYesNov 2026
7Books - 23,469 Classics To Go. The Ultimate Ebooks And Audiobooks LibraryBooks - 23,469 Classics To Go. The Ultimate Ebooks And Audiobooks LibraryFree2.5★ (257)NoYesOct 2026
8PageBack: Books PDFs ComicsPageBack: Books PDFs ComicsFree—NoYesJun 2026

Top Picks for Public Domain Books

Gutenberg | eBook Reader#1

Gutenberg | eBook Reader by Webron Software LTD

Library & Librivox Audiobooks
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.5😐(768 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access a vast library of public domain e-books and audiobooks from around the world. Explore tens of thousands of titles across numerous languages and categories, including classics and popular works.

What We Love

  • 📚 Extensive collection of classic literature
  • 💰 Free access to thousands of books
  • 👍 Easy to use interface
  • 📖 Page-turning feature mimics physical books
  • 🌙 Night mode for comfortable reading
  • 🔍 Generally good search functionality
  • ⭐ High-quality ebook and audiobook formats
  • 🎁 Valuable educational resource

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Search function is unreliable and confusing
  • 📱 Poor book organization and browsing
  • 💔 Missing many books found on Project Gutenberg website
  • 📺 Excessive and intrusive advertisements
  • ⚙️ Limited customization options for book format
  • 📍 App doesn't save reading progress/bookmarks
  • 🚫 No dictionary feature for word definitions
  • 💸 Paid features for basic functionality (word definitions, text copying)
  • 📄 Dense text formatting without proper spacing
  • 🐛 Books won't download or load properly
  • 📜 Continuous scroll instead of individual pages
  • 🔤 Limited non-fiction and modern book selection
Classics – Public Domain Books#2

Classics – Public Domain Books by Pedro Moitinho

Read & listen to the classics
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.0(3 ratings)
Free
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Access a curated library of timeless classic literature, available to read or listen to. Enjoy a distraction-free reading experience with customizable themes and offline access to all downloaded books.

Libby, the library app#3

Libby, the library app by OverDrive, Inc.

Library audiobooks and ebooks
Worth Considering
📚 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

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FAQ about Public Domain Books

What are the best public domain books apps for iPhone?
Gutenberg | eBook Reader tops our public domain books apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 768 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top public domain books apps we rank are free to download, including Gutenberg | eBook Reader and Classics – Public Domain Books.
Gutenberg | eBook Reader shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 249+ public domain 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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