Bookmate. Listen & read books

Bookmate. Listen & read books

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Bookmate. Read, Listen, and Discover with Friends

Join over 3 million readers and access a massive library of ebooks and audiobooks in 12 languages. Curate your personal shelves, follow expert recommendations, and seamlessly sync your own files across every device.

Publisher

BOOKMATE LIMITED

Category

Books

Downloads

3M+

User Rating

4.5/5

Total Ratings

31K+

Locales

14

A Glimpse Inside Bookmate

Discover the interface used by 3M+ users.

A promotional screen for a Marlon Brando biography on the Bookmate reading app

A promotional screen for a Marlon Brando biography on the Bookmate reading app

Bookmate app interface showing a selection of popular ebook and audiobook covers with the text Read or listen

Bookmate app interface showing a selection of popular ebook and audiobook covers with the text Read or listen

Smartphone screen of the Bookmate app showing a curated library of ebooks with categories like nonfiction and bestsellers

Smartphone screen of the Bookmate app showing a curated library of ebooks with categories like nonfiction and bestsellers

Bookmate app interface showing an audiobook player for Pretty Little Liars with a caption stating no internet needed for offline listening

Bookmate app interface showing an audiobook player for Pretty Little Liars with a caption stating no internet needed for offline listening

An e-book synchronized across an iPhone and an iPad showing the Bookmate app cross-device harmony feature.

An e-book synchronized across an iPhone and an iPad showing the Bookmate app cross-device harmony feature.

Bookmate app interface displaying smart book recommendations and curated categories for ebooks and audiobooks

Bookmate app interface displaying smart book recommendations and curated categories for ebooks and audiobooks

Bookmate app interface showing the option to upload personal ebooks in EPUB and FB2 formats

Bookmate app interface showing the option to upload personal ebooks in EPUB and FB2 formats

Your Personalized Social Library

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 3M+ users.

🤝

Curation Over Search

Skip the endless scrolling. Follow expert-curated bookshelves and see what your friends are reading to find your next favorite title instantly.

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Hybrid Reading Freedom

Switch between audiobooks and ebooks without losing your place. Customize fonts, speed, and background colors for a premium, ergonomic experience.

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The Ultimate Multilingual Hub

Access a global catalog or upload your own .epub files. Keep your entire personal library and notes synced across all your devices, online or offline.

Review Analysis

Insights from user reviews.

Sentiment Score

23%
Negative

Summary

The app receives overwhelmingly negative feedback despite some users praising its core functionalities. Users appreciate features like the built-in dictionary, offline reading capabilities, and the ability to highlight text and manage downloaded books easily. However, a significant portion of reviews highlight severe issues including pervasive login and registration problems, frequent app crashes, and non-functional subscriptions, with some users even reporting being charged for free trials. Many also express strong dissatisfaction with the limited content library, lack of variety, and the presence of Russian-language books, particularly in regions like Ukraine, leading to frustration and uninstallation.

Common Themes

Overall App Experience(8)
Customization & Display Options(5)
Reading & Annotation Tools(3)
App Functionality & Stability(1)
Content Library & Access(1)
Login & Account Management(1)

About the app

Everything you need to know about Bookmate. Listen & read books.

Description

— Stacks of ebooks and audiobooks in 12 languages — Get recommendations from friends, experts & editors — Keep your ebooks, audiobooks, quotes & notes with you — So much choice With a Bookmate subscription you’ll have access to a huge collection of ebooks and audiobooks — bestsellers, classics, business books and more — in 12 different languages; including English and Spanish. Even our free account offers 50,000 titles!" — Smart suggestions Experts and other booklovers create themed bookshelves. Browse them, subscribe and receive regular updates. Bookmate also makes recommendations based on your preferences. The more you read or listen, the more accurate our recommendations! — Everything in one place All your books, quotes and notes get saved in Bookmate. Read or listen anywhere: in the subway, at the beach, on a plane. Keep your favourite books on your device to enjoy them offline. Readers can also upload ebooks in .epub or .fb2 format. — Sharing stories Friends are great at recommending books you’ll love. With Bookmate you can keep up with what they’re reading and listening to, and find new friends with similar interests. Share your books, quotes, impressions and get likes. — Customise and get comfortable For the best ebook experience, adjust the brightness and change the font or the background screen colour. Audiobook listeners can set a timer and change the speed to suit. Start and stop as needed — begin on one device and pick up where you left off on another. Bookmate is an ebook and audiobook service that’s available globally. In addition to a free public domain catalogue, we also offer Book, Audiobook and Premium subscriptions, which give partial and complete access to our ebook and audiobook catalogues. These services are renewable on an annual or monthly basis, for a fixed monthly fee. Renewal charges are automatically debited at least 24 hours prior to the end of the previous period. However, readers can manage their subscription package and choose to switch off the auto-renewal option in their Account Settings. If a reader is on a free trial and chooses to purchase a subscription during that time, they forfeit any unused portion of the free trial period. Terms of Service: https://bookmate.com/about/legal#terms_of_use Privacy Policy: https://bookmate.com/about/legal#privacy_policy Got any questions? Contact us at ios-help@bookmate.com

Latest Version

11.6

Size

91.2 MB

First Released

Aug 18, 2010

Join 3 Million Readers and Transform Your Reading Routine

Access thousands of ebooks and audiobooks in 12 languages. Follow expert curators, sync across all your devices, and start your free trial today.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Bookmate. Listen & read books

What content types does Bookmate offer?

Bookmate offers ebooks, audiobooks, and comics. Users can read or listen to a wide range of titles, including bestsellers, classics, and business books.

Can I use Bookmate without an internet connection?

Yes, Bookmate allows users to download their favorite books and audiobooks to their device. This enables reading and listening offline without an internet connection.

Does Bookmate sync my reading progress across multiple devices?

Yes, Bookmate syncs your progress. You can start reading or listening on one device and seamlessly pick up exactly where you left off on another device.

Can I upload my own ebooks to Bookmate?

Yes, Bookmate supports uploading ebooks. Readers can upload their own ebooks in .epub or .fb2 formats to keep them within the app.

Does Bookmate offer free books or a free account?

Yes, Bookmate offers a free account with access to 50,000 titles. It also provides a free public domain catalogue in addition to its subscription services.

What languages are available on Bookmate?

Bookmate offers content in 12 different languages. These include widely spoken languages such as English and Spanish, among others.

What types of subscriptions does Bookmate offer?

Bookmate offers Book, Audiobook, and Premium subscriptions. These provide partial or complete access to its extensive ebook and audiobook catalogues.

How do Bookmate subscriptions renew?

Bookmate subscriptions renew automatically. Renewal charges are debited at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Users manage auto-renewal in Account Settings.

What happens if I buy a Bookmate subscription during a free trial?

If you purchase a Bookmate subscription during a free trial, you forfeit any unused portion of that free trial period.

What customization options does Bookmate provide for reading and listening?

Bookmate allows users to adjust brightness, font, and background color for ebooks. Audiobook listeners can set a timer and change the playback speed.

How does Bookmate provide recommendations?

Bookmate provides smart recommendations based on user preferences. Experts and other booklovers also create themed bookshelves for discovery and regular updates.

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