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Best Read And Listen To Books Offline Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free read and listen to books offline apps? 20 of our 250+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Read And Listen To Books Offline Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.8M)NoNoAug 2026
2Hoopla: Your Library AnywhereHoopla: Your Library AnywhereFree4.8★ (1.4M)NoNoAug 2026
3Audible: Audiobooks & PodcastsAudible: Audiobooks & PodcastsFree4.9★ (5.6M)NoYesAug 2026
4Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.4★ (86K)NoNoAug 2026
5Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.4M)NoNoAug 2026
6Google Play Books & AudiobooksGoogle Play Books & AudiobooksFree4.4★ (9.6K)NoNoAug 2026
7Kobo Books & AudiobooksKobo Books & AudiobooksFree4.5★ (27K)NoNoAug 2026
8Offline Books - Read UnlimitedOffline Books - Read UnlimitedFree4.3★ (192)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Read And Listen To Books Offline

Amazon Kindle: Reading App#1

Amazon Kindle: Reading App by AMZN Mobile LLC

Read books. Millions of ebooks
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.9😊(5.8M ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#4in Books
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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.

What We Love

  • 📚 Huge library of books
  • 📱 Portable and convenient
  • 🔍 Useful features like dictionary lookup and highlighting
  • 🌙 Adjustable reading settings (font, brightness, etc.)

Room to Improve

  • 🛒 Cannot purchase books directly in the app
  • 🗂️ Difficulty organizing and managing large book libraries
  • 🔍 Inconsistent behavior when highlighting/taking notes
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
#6in 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
Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts#3

Audible: Audiobooks & Podcasts by Audible, Inc.

Listen to stories you love
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.9😐(5.6M ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#1in Books
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Access a vast library of audiobooks, podcasts, and exclusive originals. Enjoy seamless offline listening, customizable playback, and curated content for entertainment, wellness, and more. Perfect for daily commutes or relaxation.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Convenient for listening while doing other tasks
  • 👍 Wide selection of books
  • 👍 Narration quality is good
  • 👍 Easy to use app

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy app with crashes and sync issues
  • 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription
  • 💰 Expensive subscription and book prices

More Read And Listen To Books Offline apps to explore

4
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
5
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
6
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
7
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
8
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
9
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
10
Hoople - Audio Books Library
Hoople - Audio Books Library
Hoople - Audio Books Library
Listen Books Anytime Anywhere
Free
📚 Books
(0)
11
Moro - Relax
Moro - Relax
Moro - Relax
by Ankit Kumar
Free
📚 Books
(0)
12
LoudReader: Text to Speech
LoudReader: Text to Speech
LoudReader: Text to Speech
Read any book aloud, offline
Free

Convert any ebook, PDF, or web article into an audiobook using natural AI voices. Enjoy unlimited, private, and offline listening with word-by-word highlighting. Offers premium features like adjustable speed and a sleep timer via subscription.

Convert ebooks, PDFs, web articles to audioNatural AI voices100% offline and private
📚 Books
(1)
free with in-app purchases
13
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
14
Audiobooks: Books & Library
Audiobooks: Books & Library
Audiobooks: Books & Library
Audiobooks, Books & Shelf
Free
📚 Books
(0)
15
Nextory: Audiobooks & E-books
Nextory: Audiobooks & E-books
Nextory: Audiobooks & E-books
Stream books at a flat rate
Free

Access an unlimited library of audiobooks and eBooks on your iPhone or iPad. Stream or download content to enjoy online or offline. Discover personalized recommendations and customize your reading experience.

Unlimited audiobook and eBook streamingOffline reading and listeningPersonalized recommendations
📚 Books
(624)
free with in-app purchases
16
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Everand: Audiobooks & Ebooks
Audiobooks, ebooks, podcasts
Free

Access millions of audiobooks, ebooks, and podcasts with a reading subscription. Enjoy content across devices, online and offline, with customizable features for both reading and listening. Explore diverse genres and bestsellers with flexible monthly plans.

Millions of audiobooks and ebooksOffline accessCross-device compatibility
📚 Books
(27K)
subscription
17
Offline Music Player‧‧
Offline Music Player‧‧
Offline Music Player‧‧
MP3 Player & Bass Booster
Free

Play all your audio files, including music, audiobooks, and voice notes, with a powerful and intuitive player. Enjoy offline playback, smart organization, custom playlists, and a sleep timer for a seamless listening experience.

Wide format support (MP3, WAV, M4A, FLAC)Offline playbackSmart file organization
🎬 Entertainment
(1)
freemium
18
ReadWave
ReadWave
ReadWave
Your Daily Fiction Companion
Free

Immerse yourself in captivating stories with this premium novel reading app. Discover a vast library of serialized and complete fiction across various genres, with personalized recommendations and a comfortable, distraction-free reading experience. Unlock exclusive content through membership.

Wide collection of novelsSmooth reading experienceSmart content recommendations
📚 Books
(2)
free with in-app purchases
19
Books: Read & Listen
Books: Read & Listen
Books: Read & Listen
Читалка Книг и Аудиокниги
Free

Access a vast library of Russian books and audiobooks across numerous genres. Enjoy offline reading, customizable reader settings, and track your reading habits. A premium subscription unlocks unlimited access to all content.

Thousands of Russian books and audiobooksOffline reading and audiobook playbackCustomizable reader with dark mode
📚 Books
(10)
freemium
20
Audio Book Listen Offline
Audio Book Listen Offline
Audio Book Listen Offline
Classic Audiobooks & Ebooks
Free
📚 Books
(0)

FAQ about Read And Listen To Books Offline

What are the best read and listen to books offline apps for iPhone?
Amazon Kindle: Reading App tops our read and listen to books offline apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 5.8M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top read and listen to books offline apps we rank are free to download, including Amazon Kindle: Reading App and Hoopla: Your Library Anywhere.
Amazon Kindle: Reading App has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ read and listen to books offline apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
You can read eBooks, magazines, and comics that you have purchased on Amazon. The app also provides access to titles included with Kindle Unlimited and Amazon Prime memberships.
You can customize text size, font type, margins, text alignment, and orientation. You can also adjust brightness and background colors for comfortable reading day or night.