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Book discovery apps

Explore iPhone apps for book discovery. Compare the main workflows, supported features, purchase options, and limitations documented for each listing. Greatooly links to official sources so you can check current availability and terms before choosing.

What to compare

Apps in this category approach book discovery in different ways. Start with the task you need to complete, then compare the workflow and the specific features listed on each app page. The directory below links to app details, documented limitations, purchase notes, and sources.

How this directory is prepared

Greatooly summarizes public product information and links to official listings. App pages identify whether information was researched or hands-on tested. Pricing and availability can change by storefront, app version, and date, so check the linked source before purchase.

How to choose

  • Match the app's documented workflow to the specific book discovery task you need to do.
  • Compare the current free tier, paid features, and renewal terms in the official listing.
  • Check supported devices, data export, sync, and privacy details where they matter to your use.

Frequently asked questions

Are all apps hands-on tested?

No. Each app detail page states whether its information was researched from public sources or hands-on tested. This category page does not imply that every app was tested.

Are prices and features guaranteed to be current?

No. App availability, prices, and features can change. Check the linked official store listing and the verification date shown on each app page.

tome. Books, Reading Tracker

tome. is a private book tracker for current reads, finished books, TBR lists, page logs, yearly challenges, notes, quotes, and ratings. It can import Goodreads or StoryGraph CSV files and add books by search or barcode. Free access has a library limit; Premium unlocks an unlimited library, with purchase terms not specified in the listing.

Book Tracker: Saga Reads

A reading tracker for fantasy, science-fiction, and horror fans, with series order, subgenre discovery, and personalized recommendations.

Bookshelf: Book Tracker & List

Track books you own or want to read, import existing libraries, log reading sessions, save notes, and review reading statistics.

Readive: EPUB & Comic Reader

A reader for personal EPUB, PDF, comic, and audio files with library connections, text-to-speech, and reading history.

LitList - Reading Tracker

A reading tracker with trope tags, audiobook logs, session journals, challenges, and book discovery.

FreeBooks: 76,000 Top Reads

Browse a large eBook catalog, personalize reading settings, save books, and download titles for offline use.

Flumen: eBook Reader

An EPUB reader with personal collections, reading themes, public-domain discovery, and a one-time Pro upgrade for unlimited books and sync.

Vellum: Book Tracking

A focused book tracker for shelves, reading sessions, goals, history, and progress insights.

Shelflife: Book Journal

A private book journal for tracking physical copies, shelf locations, lending, rereads, quotes, and reading memories.