Best Reading Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you're new to reading or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 250+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Reading Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Amazon Kindle: Reading AppAmazon Kindle: Reading AppFree4.9★ (5.9M)NoNoNov 2026
2Wattpad - Read & Write StoriesWattpad - Read & Write StoriesFree4.7★ (706K)YesYesNov 2026
3Apple BooksApple BooksFree4.6★ (140K)NoNoNov 2026
4Libby, the library appLibby, the library appFree4.9★ (4.6M)NoNoNov 2026
5Goodreads: Book Tracker & MoreGoodreads: Book Tracker & MoreFree4.8★ (762K)NoNoNov 2026
6Inkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooksInkitt Galatea: Audio & eBooksFree4.6★ (303K)NoYesNov 2026
7WEBTOON: Manga, Comics, ManhwaWEBTOON: Manga, Comics, ManhwaFree4.8★ (517K)YesYesNov 2026
8GoodNovel - Booktok, StoriesGoodNovel - Booktok, StoriesFree4.5★ (236K)NoYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Reading

Amazon Kindle: Reading App#1

Amazon Kindle: Reading App by AMZN Mobile LLC

Read books. Millions of ebooks
Editor's Choice
📚 Books
4.9😊(5.9M ratings)
Free
#4in Books
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Access and read millions of ebooks, magazines, and comics on your device. Customize your reading experience with adjustable text, brightness, and layout. Sync your progress, notes, and highlights across all your devices seamlessly.

What We Love

  • 📚 Huge library of books
  • 📱 Portable and convenient
  • 🔍 Useful features like dictionary lookup and highlighting
  • 🌙 Adjustable reading settings (font, brightness, etc.)
  • 🔁 Seamless syncing across devices
  • 💰 Affordable books and Kindle Unlimited subscription

Room to Improve

  • 🛒 Cannot purchase books directly in the app
  • 🗂️ Difficulty organizing and managing large book libraries
  • 🔍 Inconsistent behavior when highlighting/taking notes
  • 🔄 Unreliable syncing between devices
  • 🔌 Drains device battery quickly
Wattpad - Read & Write Stories#2

Wattpad - Read & Write Stories by Wattpad Corp

Books: reading and writing
Strong Contender
📚 Books
4.7😐(706K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#7in Books
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This platform connects millions of readers and writers globally, offering a space to discover and share original stories across diverse genres. Engage with a community, get your writing discovered, and read content that has inspired major entertainment hits.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great app for reading and writing
  • 👍 Diverse range of stories
  • 👍 Allows for community and interaction
  • 👍 Helpful for improving writing skills
  • 👍 Offline reading feature (previously)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
  • 🔒 Security concerns with data breaches
  • 💰 Monetization through paid stories and premium
  • 📚 Limited offline reading (new update)
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding relevant stories
  • 📢 Excessive ads interrupting reading
Apple Books#3

Apple Books by Apple

Read, listen, discover.
Worth Considering
📚 Books
4.6😐(140K ratings)
Free
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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
  • 🤔 Pricing concerns for some books
  • 🤔 Frustrating UI changes in recent updates

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FAQ about Reading

What are the best reading apps for iPhone?
Amazon Kindle: Reading App tops our reading apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 5.9M App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top reading apps we rank are free to download, including Amazon Kindle: Reading App and Wattpad - Read & Write Stories.
Amazon Kindle: Reading App has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 250+ reading apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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