# Downpour

> Listen to all your downloadable audiobooks from Downpour.com with this free app.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blackstonehybrid](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blackstonehybrid)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.blackstonehybrid`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Blackstone Audio Books
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 249,550
- **Rating:** 4.04 / 5 (1,316 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.5.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-14
- **First published:** 2012-10-28
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 19 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.blackstonehybrid)
- **Website:** [http://www.downpour.com](http://www.downpour.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.downpour.com/pages/privacy-policy-1](https://www.downpour.com/pages/privacy-policy-1)

## Description

The free Downpour.com Chrome extension lets you easily access and listen to all your downloadable audiobooks from Downpour.com. Enjoy features such as quick listening by starting playback as soon as the first track downloads, automatic bookmarking to save your place, and full library views. The app supports audiobook rentals, offering up to 70% savings and 30-60 day rental periods. Cross-device syncing ensures you never lose your spot, and improved download settings optimize playback even on slow networks. Additional controls include variable playback and scrub speeds, individual track management, and support for saving non-rental books to SD storage, making it a versatile audiobook player for all your listening needs.

## Rankings

- #143,172 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.blackstonehybrid.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Overall, Downpour is praised for its DRM-free MP3 downloads, lack of subscriptions, simple interface, solid selection, and affordable pricing. Many users appreciate that you own what you buy and can listen on multiple devices, with responsive support. However, a sizable portion report frequent stability problems: crashes, stalls, and lost progress; occasional sign-in errors or the app failing to open; lag on some devices; and inconsistent library visibility where purchased titles don't always appear. Some desire a larger library and easier discovery of new books. Despite bugs, many remain loyal due to value and policy.

### Pros

- DRM-free MP3 downloads of purchased audiobooks
- Buy-per-book model (no subscription) with flexible ownership
- Wide selection of titles and affordable pricing
- Intuitive, easy-to-use interface for browsing and purchasing
- No ads and generally helpful, quick support

### Cons

- Frequent crashes, freezes, and lost progress (including issues with Bluetooth/car playback)
- Inconsistent library visibility/sync – purchased titles may not appear
- Performance lag and unstable playback (slow responsiveness, lag during use)
- Difficulty discovering new books / limited or clunky search/navigation
- Sign-in errors or the app failing to open on occasions

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.blackstonehybrid)