Discover the World of Kobo | eBooks & Audiobooks
Immerse yourself in captivating storytelling with the Kobo app, your all-in-one platform for eBooks and audiobooks. Whether you're on the move, relaxing at home, or settling in for the night, Kobo delivers a vast library of stories right to your fingertips. With a catalogue exceeding 8 million titles, it caters to every taste and genre. From contemporary fiction and heartfelt memoirs to thrilling mysteries, enchanting fantasy worlds, and wellness guides, Kobo has something for every reader and listener. Build your digital library, find your next obsession or revisit timeless classics, all while enjoying a personalized reading and listening experience. Browse popular titles, explore curated collections, or check out top charts to ignite your curiosity. Save your favorites, sample audiobooks and eBooks, and subscribe to Kobo Plus for unlimited access to thousands of titles.
AUDIOBOOKS THAT FIT YOUR LIFE
Whether you're commuting, working out, or winding down, Kobo makes audiobook listening seamless and enjoyable. The app features an intuitive audiobook player with one-touch skip, bookmarks, and a time-left display. Use the sleep timer to listen peacefully during bedtime without interruptions. The playback speed can be adjusted from 0.5x to 3x, allowing you to listen at your preferred pace. Download audiobooks for offline listening, so you can enjoy your favorite stories anytime, anywhere—perfect for travel or outdoor adventures. The app ensures a smooth transition between chapters and keeps your progress synced across multiple devices. Before making a purchase, you can listen to sample audio clips to determine if the narration style matches your mood—whether it's calming, dramatic, or fast-paced. With Kobo’s extensive selection, discovering narration styles that resonate with your listening preferences adds a personalized touch to your audiobook experience.
READING, YOUR WAY
Customize your eBook reading experience to suit your environment and preferences. Enjoy crisp, clear text with adjustable fonts, sizes, margins, and brightness controls. The app offers Night Mode and Sepia settings, making it easier to read in low-light conditions without straining your eyes. You can lock the screen orientation in portrait or landscape mode. Highlight, annotate, and look up definitions on the go to enhance your understanding and engagement with the material. Your bookmarks, notes, and reading progress are synchronized across devices, making it easy to switch between your smartphone, tablet, or Kobo e-Reader without losing your place.
Kobo Plus Subscription: Unlimited Access to a World of Books
With the Kobo Plus subscription, enjoy unlimited access to hundreds of thousands of eBooks and audiobooks for a low monthly fee with no hidden charges. Read or listen across a wide variety of genres and categories, all without limits. The subscription is flexible—cancel anytime without any commitments—making it a perfect choice for avid readers and audiobook enthusiasts alike. Dive into a new world of stories every month with ease and enjoy the freedom of exploring diverse titles without purchasing each one individually.
Personalized Discovery & Experience
Find books tailored to your unique taste with Kobo's smart recommendation engine. Explore curated collections based on mood, theme, or genre to discover hidden gems. Follow your favorite authors or series to get notified about new releases, keeping your reading list fresh and exciting. Read user reviews and share your own insights to become part of the vibrant Kobo community. You can also explore the Kobo Editor’s Picks and seasonal spotlights that highlight popular and noteworthy titles. Available in multiple languages—including English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Dutch, Portuguese, Brazilian Portuguese, and Japanese—the app offers a multilingual and multi-device experience. Seamlessly switch between Android, iOS, and Kobo e-Readers and set your language preferences for localized suggestions, creating a personalized journey through the world of stories.
Stay Connected & Keep Exploring
Follow Kobo on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for the latest updates, reading tips, and new releases. Although audiobooks are available worldwide (excluding Japan and Turkey), you can listen on smartphones and tablets running Android version 4.4 or higher. Download the Kobo app today and rediscover the joy of reading and listening—your next great story is just a tap away.
Pros
- Wide selection of eBooks and audiobooks available.
- Easy-to-navigate interface for users.
- Syncs effortlessly across multiple devices.
- Supports various languages to cater to diverse users.
- Offline reading and listening functionalities.
Cons
- Fewer free books compared to competitors.
- Some users experience occasional app crashes.
- Requires a stable internet connection for synchronization.
- No feature to lend or borrow books between users.
- Certain titles are restricted based on region.