# Bookmate: books & audiobooks

> Keep your favorite ebooks and audiobooks in one place. Smart book reader.

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bookmate`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Bookmate
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 7,722,868
- **Rating:** 3.28 / 5 (77,669 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.1.8
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-30
- **First published:** 2014-08-15
- **Publisher country:** IE
- **Size:** 92 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bookmate)
- **Website:** [https://bookmate.com](https://bookmate.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://bookmate.com/about/legal](https://bookmate.com/about/legal)

## Description

Bookmate is a comprehensive digital library and smart book reader that lets you explore and enjoy ebooks and audiobooks across 14 languages. Whether you're into classics, romance, sci-fi, business, or comics, Bookmate has a vast collection tailored to your preferences. Access 50,000 free titles or subscribe for unlimited reading and listening.

Bookmate provides personalized recommendations based on your reading habits, helping you discover new genres and bestsellers. It supports popular ebook formats (fb2, epub) and allows you to upload your own books. Features include syncing across devices, customizable reading settings, audiobook speed and timer controls, plus social elements to share quotes, notes, and impressions with friends. Bookmate makes reading and listening convenient and social, perfect for book lovers on the go.

## Rankings

- #17,404 — Overall
- #19 — book

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.READ_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.READ_SYNC_STATS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.bookmate.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users praise Bookmate for its EPUB upload feature and generally easy-to-use experience, plus a large library with offline reading and personalized recommendations. However, recurring issues include a strict paywall with limited free access and login/activation problems, tablet UI/margin bugs after updates, and a perceived decline in overall usability. Content availability gaps and inconsistent free access further frustrate some users. Overall, it’s solid for subscribers but problematic for those seeking free access or a bug-free tablet experience.

### Pros

- Ability to upload and read your own EPUB files (EPUB upload feature)
- Generally positive experience with an easy-to-use interface
- Large library with online and offline reading availability
- Personalised recommendations help users discover books

### Cons

- Premium subscription is required to access most content, with limited free access and confusing upgrade paths
- Recent updates cause tablet-specific UI/margin issues that hinder reading
- Account and login problems: difficulties registering, activation failures, and access denied errors
- Overall usability has declined for some users, with reports of bugs and a less user-friendly experience
- Some titles are not available or free access is inconsistent, leading to frustration when looking for specific books

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