Open Library Reader

Name: Open Library Reader
Rating: 3.3939395 (175 reviews)
Author: Loomis House, LLC

By: Loomis House, LLC

Explore, borrow, and read millions of books — for free!

Features & Capabilities

Open Library Reader is a Chrome extension that provides an optimized, portable interface for exploring and reading millions of free books available through the Open Library project. Ideal for tablets and desktop browsing, it allows users to easily borrow, read, and manage digital books within a clean, distraction-free reading environment.

Features include built-in search for adding books, personalized shelf management with custom sorting options, related title suggestions, checkout tracking for limited-access books, and a fullscreen reading mode for an immersive experience. This extension syncs with your Open Library account, ensuring your reading data and book collection are always up-to-date. Please note an active internet connection is required as books are hosted online. Open Library Reader offers a convenient tool to harness the vast cultural and literary resources of the Internet Archive's Open Library initiative.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Education Books

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Version:

2.0.0 Last updated: 2026-04-01

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Creation date:

2021-08-03

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Permissions:

android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE Safe
com.loomishouse.ol_reader_app.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION

Size:

22.03MB

Email:

ol*****@loomis-house.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-29

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 169,960 ▲ 114

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

Loomis House, LLC

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.loomishouse.ol_reader_app

Email:

ol*****@loomis-house.com

Website:

https://loomis-house.com/olreader/

User Reviews

Users appreciate the app for providing access to a wide variety of books with a simple and convenient reading experience, often preferred over the website. However, many report significant issues including persistent network problems, app crashes, difficulties signing in, and slow or problematic book loading. Some also highlight missing features like language translation and audiobook availability. Despite these issues, the app is valued for making library books accessible to those without nearby physical libraries.

Pros

Easy and convenient way to access and read books from the Open Library and Internet Archive.
Provides a better reading experience compared to the website for some users.
Wide selection of books available, especially helpful for those without access to physical libraries.
Simple to use interface appreciated by users.
App helps in checking out and reading books easily.

Cons

Frequent network connection issues preventing book loading and access.
App crashes or freezes during use, especially when opening or loading books.
Problems with sign-up/login process, including password recognition errors.
Reading experience issues such as slow page loads and uncomfortable reading interface.
Lack of full functionality features like language translation and audio forms for all books.

Recent reviews

started reading a book last night, now unable to find it. deleting now

Hu*****, 2026-05-28

This app needs to be updated. The app will not open any book and when you do open the app it stalls and tells you there is nothing there and to retry the app, again. When you do it tells your book can't be read.