Audible: Audio Entertainment
Audible, Inc.
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About This App

  • Category

    Books & Reference

  • Installs

    100M+

  • Content Rating

    Rated for 12+

  • Developer Email

    customersupport@audible.com

  • Privacy Policy

    https://www.audible.com/privacy-policy

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Audible, an audiobook and podcast app from Audible, Inc., first launched way back in 1995, making it one of the original players in the audio entertainment space. You can grab it for free from the Google Play Store and Apple App Store; the initial download won't cost you a cent. However, to actually listen to most content, you need to sign up for a membership, which comes with credits each month that you swap for books. It's not just a free app with everything unlocked. There are in-app purchases for extra credits or buying books outright, and honestly, there are a ton of in-app ads pushing the latest releases and deals, though they aren't as intrusive during listening sessions. On Google Play, it boasts over 100 million installs, which tells you how many folks use it regularly.

Using the app is pretty straightforward once you get the hang of it. After you install it and log in, you browse the massive library by genre, narrator, or even length of the book. A tip I picked up is to always use the "sample" feature before using a credit; narrators can make or break a story. I also like to adjust the narration speed in the settings, usually bumping it up to 1.25x for most books. Another thing I do is download books over Wi-Fi so I don't burn through my data plan when I listen on the go.

I chose Audible over other apps like Scribd or Libby because of the sheer volume of exclusive content and original productions. Scribd gives you a flat fee for a rotating library, but popular new releases often get locked away. Libby is free through the library, but the wait times for bestsellers are insane. With Audible, even though you pay per month, the credits let you keep your books forever, which feels more reliable to me. It's not the cheapest option out there, but for a heavy listener like me, the quality and consistency of the app make it a keeper.

Features

  • 🚀 The biggest standout feature of Audible is the "Audible Originals" catalog. Compared to Google Play Books' audiobook section, which mostly just sells you dry versions of printed books, Audible creates exclusive shows and documentaries you can't find anywhere else. It feels like getting a bonus podcast network with your membership.
  • 🔊 The "Whispersync for Voice" feature is a game changer. It syncs your progress between the Audible app and the Kindle app. So if I fall asleep listening to a car chase on my phone, I can pick up my Kindle and instantly see where I stopped, without losing my place. No other audio app I have tried, like Libro.fm, offers this kind of seamless integration.
  • 📝 The narration controls are surprisingly deep. You can set a sleep timer that doesn't just stop the book but also bookmarks your place. Plus, you can clip short segments of the audio to share on social media or save as notes. It's a small touch that makes a big difference for students or anyone doing research.

Pros

  • 🌟 The return policy is incredible. If you finish a book and hate it, Audible lets you exchange it for another credit. I have used this at least a dozen times, and it is way more flexible than, say, Kobo's audiobook store, which ties you down to a purchase once you hit download.
  • 🎧 The narrator exclusivity is a strength. Many top-tier narrators, like Stephen Fry narrating his own works, are locked into Audible deals. You simply cannot get that same listening experience on Spotify's audiobook catalog, which often uses generic text-to-speech or lesser-known voices.
  • 📚 The Great Courses selection is fantastic for learning. Audible bundles whole lecture series from top universities into their membership, while apps like Skillshare focus on video, not audio. It is a great way to learn while commuting without having to stare at a screen.

Cons

  • ⚠️ The credit system can be confusing and expensive. One credit costs about $15, and short books cost the same as long epics. On Chirp, you can buy individual audiobooks for a fraction of that price without a membership lock-in, which is much cheaper for casual listeners.
  • 🔋 The app is a massive battery drainer on older phones. Compared to OverDrive, which lets you listen to library books with minimal battery use, Audible seems to run background processes that heat up my phone and drain the battery in two hours of listening.
  • 📱 The interface is cluttered with promotions. Trying to find your library among all the "For You" recommendations and ad banners is a chore. The Google Play Books audiobook section has a much cleaner interface, just a simple list of what you own, without all the noise.

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