Bookmate
Bookmate: A flexible book subscription with free access, offline listening, and family accounts. Ranked #14 of 32 in Audiobook Apps by our editors (7.6/10); pricing: Free plan · 7-day trial; best for flexible subscription with a free plan.
At a glance
- Editor score7.6 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 7-day trial
- Best forFlexible subscription with a free plan
- Free planYes
- Offline listeningYes
- Facts checked21 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free account with access to a public-domain collection
- Offline listening, synchronization, and playback controls
- Family plan with separate accounts across web and mobile
Where it doesn't
- Broader catalog access requires a paid subscription
- Paid pricing may vary by region or storefront
- Access is centered on web, iOS, and Android
Our verdict on Bookmate
Bookmate is a digital reading and audiobook service for people who want ebooks, audiobooks, comics, podcasts, and related content in multiple languages. It supports reading and listening on computers and mobile devices, with offline audiobook listening, cross-device synchronization, EPUB and FB2 uploads, recommendations, themed bookshelves, and social sharing. It suits readers and listeners who want one subscription for several content formats, plus a free way to explore the service.
The free account includes a public-domain collection, and a seven-day free trial is available. Premium includes ebooks and audiobooks, offline reading and listening, plus audiobook and podcast access. The Books plan focuses on book subscription access. A listed starting price is 8.99, with paid pricing able to vary by region or storefront. This structure gives occasional readers a low-commitment entry point while offering a broader content mix through Premium. Buyers who mainly want book subscription access may find the Books plan more focused than Premium.
Bookmate’s strongest fit is its combination of reading and listening features. Audiobook playback speed and sleep timer controls support different listening habits, while synchronization keeps progress aligned across devices. Users can also upload EPUB and FB2 ebooks, build or follow themed bookshelves, and share books, quotes, and impressions. Separate accounts through the family plan add flexibility for households. Choose Bookmate if you want a multilingual reading and audiobook service with offline access, recommendations, and social features. It is less suitable if you want access without a subscription beyond the public-domain collection, or if your preferred platform falls outside web, iOS, and Android.
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Bookmate fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Offline listening | Yes |
| Access model | Subscription |
| Mobile platforms | Ios and android |
| Included catalog | Not verified |
| Family sharing | Yes |
| DRM-free downloads | Not verified |
| Free trial | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan · 7-day trial (source) |
| Website | bookmate.com |
| Facts checked | 21 Sep 2026 |
Alternatives to Bookmate
- LibbyA free library-borrowing app with strong playback controls and broad device support.9.4
- HooplaA free library-card service with audiobooks, offline listening, and entertainment extras.9.2
- AudibleA broad audiobook service with flexible listening, credits, and cross-device support.9.0
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