Audiobookshelf AlternativesEbook Readers and other similar apps like Audiobookshelf

Audiobookshelf is described as 'Self-hosted server for audiobooks and podcasts with multi-user support, open-source apps, real-time streaming, automatic library updates, and cross-device sync' and is a Ebook Reader in the audio & music category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Audiobookshelf for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Web-based, iPad and Android Tablet apps. The best Audiobookshelf alternative is calibre, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Audiobookshelf are Jellyfin, Funkwhale, LibriVox and Libby by Overdrive.

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  1. calibre icon

    calibre

     1555 likes

    Free e-book manager with features including library management, format conversion, syncing to devices, internet-independent operation, built-in viewer, news download as e-books, text-to-speech, privacy focus, extensible plugins, and no registration or tracking.

    137 calibre alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Homebrew
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    calibre vs Audiobookshelf Comments
    Danilo Venom
    Positive
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    Calibre can manage ebooks and audiobooks as well

    • calibre is Free and Open SourceAudiobookshelf is also Free and Open Source
    • calibre is Customizable, Lightweight and DecentralizedAudiobookshelf is not according to our users
  2. Jellyfin icon

    Jellyfin

     373 likes

    A free, open-source media system alternative to proprietary options like Emby and Plex, with Chromecast support, 4K streaming, plugin extensions, focusing on privacy without premium features, managing media from dedicated servers to multiple devices via various apps.

    81 Jellyfin alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • Tizen OS
    • F-Droid
    • Android TV
    • Cloudron
    • Kodi
    • Docker
    • Fire TV
    • Roku
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    Jellyfin vs Audiobookshelf Comments
    Danilo Venom
    Positive
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    Jellyfin can be used with audiobooks too. The bookshelf plugin is required for books libraries, then the Books section will be organized by type (Audiobooks, Books, Comics).

    • Jellyfin is Free and Open SourceAudiobookshelf is also Free and Open Source
    • Jellyfin is a Media Server Audiobookshelf is an Ebook Reader
    • Jellyfin is DecentralizedAudiobookshelf is not according to our users
  4. Funkwhale icon

    Funkwhale

     184 likes

    Self-hosted platform for streaming, uploading, and sharing music or podcasts, browsable by artist, album, genre, or playlist. Accessible on Android, iOS, web browsers. Offers privacy-focused, ad-free experience, decentralized content sharing, and community moderation features.

    95 Funkwhale alternatives

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    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • F-Droid
    • Kodi
    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
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    Funkwhale vs Audiobookshelf Comments
    Danilo Venom
    Positive
    0

    Funkwhale is a music server but let you listen to podcasts too

    • Funkwhale is Free and Open SourceAudiobookshelf is also Free and Open Source
    • Funkwhale is a Music Streaming Audiobookshelf is an Ebook Reader
    • Funkwhale is Decentralized and LightweightAudiobookshelf is not according to our users
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    Libro.fm

    Libro.fm is an online platform that allows independent bookstores to offer digital audiobooks to their customers through free cobranded online storefronts.

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    LibriVox

     55 likes

    LibriVox offers free public domain audiobooks, recorded by volunteers using open-source tools. Accessible globally, it features a wide range of genres and is hosted by Internet Archive.

    35 LibriVox alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Apple Car Play
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  9. Still icon

    Still

     10 likes

    Audiobook player with minimalist design connects to private servers for secure listening, features offline downloads, seamless cross-device sync, and protects undisturbed listening sessions for those seeking depth and focus in a quiet digital environment.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  10. Audible icon

    Audible

     42 likes

    Unlock access to an unrivaled collection of premium audiobooks with features like chapter navigation, bookmarking, and variable speed, all available on the go with the genre-spanning titles from new releases to timeless romances.

    51 Audible alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Apple Car Play
    • Android Wear
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    Libro.fm

     9 likes

    Libro.fm is an online platform that allows independent bookstores to offer digital audiobooks to their customers through free cobranded online storefronts.

    12 Libro.fm alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  14. Booksonic icon

    Booksonic

     7 likes

    Provides remote streaming of user-owned audiobooks using an open-source server framework, offers Android and Subsonic-compatible app access, supports large libraries, MP3, AAC, OGG, HTTP streaming, transcoding plug-ins, bandwidth control, and Java compatibility.

    Cost / License

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
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    Discontinued

    The project is on hold indefinitely. Last version, 2201.1.0, released in January 2022, can be still downloaded from Github

    Booksonic vs Audiobookshelf Comments
    Danilo Venom
    Positive
    0

    Booksonic is a Subsonic Server that focuses on audiobooks like Audiobookshelf

    • Booksonic is Free and Open SourceAudiobookshelf is also Free and Open Source
  15. OverDrive icon

    OverDrive

     15 likes

    Ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and more are available for free through your local library or school.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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