Lobab
Lobab: Daily free summaries with audio, offline reading and book-grounded AI questions. Ranked #25 of 52 in Book Summary Apps by our editors (5.5/10); pricing: Free plan · paid from $49.99/yr · 7-day trial; best for readers wanting daily free nonfiction summaries.
At a glance
- Editor score5.5 / 10
- PricingFree plan · paid from $49.99/yr · 7-day trial
- Best forReaders wanting daily free nonfiction summaries
- Free planYes
- Facts checked29 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Read one free book a day, with text and audio summaries.
- Paid plans add notes, highlights, bookmarks and offline reading.
- Ask AI-powered questions grounded in book content.
Where it doesn't
- Unlimited access requires a paid plan.
- Yearly pricing is shown as both $49.99 and $89.99.
- No desktop app is listed; access is through web and mobile apps.
Our verdict on Lobab
Lobab offers nonfiction book summaries in text and audio, through its website and mobile apps. Its daily free book access makes it relevant to readers who want a regular summary without starting with a subscription. The library is arranged by categories and topics, and reading recommendations draw on history. It suits individual readers looking for concise nonfiction coverage; people who want access to the full collection or features such as offline reading need a paid plan.
The free plan provides one free book a day. The paid plans list unlimited access to all books, highlighting and saving insights, bookmarks, expert-curated lists, offline reading and questions about book content. The Monthly Plan is $14.99 per month; the Yearly Plan is $89.99 per year. A seven-day trial is advertised for individuals. The listed starting price is $49.99 per year, which conflicts with the Yearly Plan price, so buyers should check the current offer before choosing annual billing.
Lobab’s feature set centers on reading and listening to summaries, with notes, highlights and offline library access supporting continued use across sessions. Its AI-powered questions are described as grounded in book content, rather than as a general-purpose assistant. The combination is a fit for readers who value brief formats and want to revisit insights; those seeking full-length books or a broader reading platform may prefer an alternative. Access is available on web, iOS and Android, so it can fit readers switching between a browser and mobile apps.
Lobab pricing
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Lobab fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Catalog size | Not verified |
| Audio summaries | Yes |
| Learning paths | Not verified |
| Notes and highlights | Yes |
| Offline access | Yes |
| Platform coverage | Web_mobile |
| Summary languages | Not verified |
| Free trial | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan · paid from $49.99/yr · 7-day trial (source) |
| Website | lobab.com |
| Facts checked | 29 Sep 2026 |
Alternatives to Lobab
- BlinkistA broad summary library with offline listening, learning Guides and an AI add-on.9.8
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- HeadwayGuided summaries with quizzes, spaced repetition, and offline access for mobile learners.7.7
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