# Basmo.Reading Tracker,Book Log

> Your AI ChatBook Assistant

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1542456934](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1542456934)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1542456934`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Book Vitals Inc.
- **Category:** Books
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (1,502 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.8.57
- **Last updated:** 2023-05-05
- **First published:** 2020-12-18
- **Size:** 156 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/basmo-reading-tracker-book-log/id1542456934)
- **Website:** [https://basmo.app](https://basmo.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://basmo.app/privacy-policy](https://basmo.app/privacy-policy)

## Description

Basmo.Reading Tracker is your AI ChatBook assistant that lets you chat with the book you’re reading. With ChatBook, ask questions and receive answers drawn from the actual text, delivering a new level of engagement. The extension also includes Kindle and Notion sync, 100+ free book summaries, highlights imports, a Book Organizer, Voice Notepad, Quote Editor, Reading Session Scheduler, Journaling & Emotions, Friends Reactions, and a light/dark mode.

Beyond tracking, Basmo helps you build a reading habit with a real-time daily goal tracker, personalized book stats, and tailored reading tips. It features a portable Book Scanner with text recognition in dozens of languages, plus sharing options for quotes. Two Pro subscriptions are available—$4.99/month or $39.99/year after a free 7-day trial—with auto-renewal and introductory offers on the first term.

## Rankings

- #46,239 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise Basmo for its clean, organized UI and the way it helps them track reading time, progress, and owned books. The app also offers note-taking, customizable covers, and an AI chat feature that provides questions or insights. However, reviews repeatedly complain about a paid subscription gate for core features, limited social/sharing options, and problematic Kindle syncing. Other frequent drawbacks include missing to-read/format categorization, UI confusion, and reliability issues. Basmo is appealing for diligent trackers but needs smoother integrations and feature parity.

### Pros

- Simple, organized UI that makes tracking reading easy.
- Encourages reading and habit formation through timers and notes.
- Helpful features for tracking reading time and progress.
- Helps manage owned books and avoid duplicate purchases.
- AI features and note-taking capabilities show promise for deeper insights.

### Cons

- Heavy reliance on paid subscription for core features; constant prompts to upgrade.
- Limited social/sharing options: cannot invite/share with friends or connect Goodreads.
- Kindle integration and sync issues: highlights don't transfer; duplicates can appear.
- Missing essential organization tools: no to-read/owned tagging, no format type (ebook/audiobook/hardcover), no option to start a second reading.
- Not user-friendly or consistently intuitive, with occasional bugs and a dated feel.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1542456934)